Good luck wearing one out with your old ass, you could have the best or worst and it wouldnt matter since its seeing all of a day of use once a season. Nothing problematic, but clearly noticeable. You mentioned the cheap filling stock. May 7, 2018. Moving back-to-front, things start out with a cushy rubber recoil pad. Tikka T3X Compact Bolt-Action Rifle - Best .308 Lightweight Hunting Rifle. Bergara B14 Hunter? All things equal Also, I think the X-Bolt Pro just isnt bringing enough to the table for doubling the price over a regular X-Bolt. Action is amazing and a really great factory trigger. I owned one and sold it. Maybe not, but I have been caught in down pores and all the morons that were with me came back to the car with rust on their guns but not me. Franchi Momentum Varmint Elite .224 Valkyrie 24" 1:7 Bbl TrueTimber Prairie/Midnight Bronze 7+1 Rifle 41712. The molded-in checkering is clean and sharp but in no way uncomfortable. I know its very high end but with a replaced hip and knee, I want anchored shots and believe that cartridge is a slight upgrade on the venerable 300WM. Obscenely lightweight. Ok I concede your right to a degree but there are tons and tons of older made deer rifles on the market. Im leaning on leaving my 300 Weatherby for a 300 win mag, and very interested in Seekins. Question about the vanguard vs the bergara. The data-driven nature of the content is extremely helpful. My brother and another buddy bought one (223 and 22-250) because mine shot so well and they had similar results. The Tikka action is by far the best in this price point because it cycles ammo perfectly, has a silky smooth bolt slide and is manufactured to a high tolerance so every last one I pick up feels just as good as the one next to it. Adjustable from 2 pounds to 4 pounds, my sample fell right in the middle of that range. Franchi Momentum .350 Legend Threaded 24" Bbl FDE BA Rifle 41562. I just want an all around deer rifle that is easy to find ammo for. Surprisingly accurate. Thank you! A fine rifle like this is perfect for beating to shit while you learn the other basics. Fierce is about $400 more and almost a pound heavier. I went with the CVA simply for that reason. Im a lefty that has to shoot cross over right handed bolts. (Momentum 2018 followed by the Momentum Elite 2019). Along with the detail you put into your reviews of new ammo like the 6.5 and now 7 PRC. Thanks again and I look forward to future content. I dont say that lightly. Some day Ill give one a more fair look. Just hasnt been available. Zero quality control issues. If you want to hunt larger game like elk, then Id recommend getting the same rifle in .30-06 Springfield. With a typical retail price of $549, the Franchi Momentum is a lot of Italian hunting rifle for not a lot of cash. Simply depress the rear of it while sliding the bolt out the back of the receiver. Yes your quite right on that and its sad that the majority of hunters never bother to educate themselves in regards to the plethora of 6.5 mm cartridges invented over the years. Im thinking a 6 creedmoore with a proof carbon barrel, MDT onyx chassis, timmey trigger but cant decide on the action. Jim, Love your channel and have spent most likely 30 plus hours reviewing your videos. Stock: AG Composites Alpine Hunter. Newer is not always better. Hes not huge. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. It is still a preferred caliber in Scandinavia for big game. I found barrel engraved with 6.5 Creedmore and read manual before use I didnt see a Bergara in your list. A very accurate danish produced rifle. I figured I could get an AR rifle with Sub MOA accuracy that could maybe hit 2 birds with 1 stone. Definitely the most accurate rifle I have owned right out of the box. Thanks for the videos, they have been great! Best known for making value-priced shotguns, Franchi may well have taken a leap of faith by entering the highly competitive centrefire market. Quality control issues, Im about to send it BACK in for a 2nd time for them to figure out why its damn near impossible to open or close the bolt after a few shots. I havent tried the Rage yet, but I have used that same action and stock in different configurations. I dont own one. Again not a spot of rust. There really isnt much to complain about on a Bergara B-14. I had settled on this for my next rifle based on the Weatherguard coating, price and MOA accuracy guarantee but now it seems we may never see them. Both have NO bolt lock when on safety. Curious to hear your thoughts/experience with it. Ive seen your comments that fierce rifles have poor fit and finish and that customer service is also poor. I like the Bergara B-14 ridge. Why I Picked These Three Rifles Over the Competition. YOU SHOULD TEST THE SAKO S20 in 6.5 PRC OR THE SAKO BRANDS. Bergara is intriguing, but I cant understand why its heavier. Problem with the Savage 110 ultralight is the plastic magazine. There is a nice Bavarian Sako but theres isnt much data on accuracy on the range with a scope. Also, since I\d prefer to keep it to one gun I was more interested in buying a semi-custom gun and was thinking about getting the Fierce Carbon Rogue. Thanks for any input. I actually ordered a CVA cascade first, in .308, but changed my mind and returned it and bought the Franchi. Its a 3-lug design with a decently large extractor and ejector and large locking lugs. It has the accufit system but they did not put it in that rifle I assume its to save weight. In case anyone is wondering and didnt click the link, its available in 6.5Creedmore. Jim, any thoughts on the Venture 2 from TC? I try to ruin stuff like this and am always amazed how much it will take. Never bother with a Winchester M70, because I thought it was old fashion. Thoughts? Ill be using it in the Southern Rockies for context. The action quality, as well as the barrel, produces a very accurate rifle. Jim great reviews. I just cant keep myself from grabbing the Sig Cross. Im not sure why Bergarra and other premium manufacturers dont do this but Im sure theres a reason. Question. Its like the girl you almost dated because you were such good friends and got along with great, but just never could fall in love with. I would love to hear your thoughts on the savage impulse big game. Did you pick up the Seekins? Dont get me wrong. The Franchi Momentum Elite Bolt-Action Rifle also has a 1-piece 1913 Picatinny rail that permits flexible accommodation of various aftermarket optics. However, Ill simply leave this anecdote. I ended up buying a Bergara Mountain 2.0, which checked all the boxes for me as a hunting rifle. i have a momentum in .308. stock looks a bit odd, but handles my frame very well. To be clear, youll load the rifle from the top, pushing one round at a time down and into the internal magazine, and this function allows you to safely and easily unload the Momentum. They are reviewing new rifles not old ones. What do you think of the weight of the gun compared to some of these lightweight carbon stocks? Have you ever tested any Franchi hunting rifles? Tikka T3X or Franchi Momentum Elite - ALDEER.COM Aldeer.com Copyright 2001-2022 Aldeer LLP. The internal box magazine holds four rounds. I wanted to get into deer/large game hunting while trying to stick with one gun for all animals (deer to elk) and I live in northeast South Dakota. Again a super nice old world crafted gun anyone would be proud to own and show off to friends. Those that do could at least be highlighted. Wondering your opinion on those I understand theyre not hunting rifles I just thought you would enjoy those rigles as I do. So small and packable, and Im getting incredible accuracy out of it. Along with it is 2-position safety that . Boy, so many good 7 mags. Keep the good work buddy on your show. this are what i like long range in a good rifle, with hornady ammo. Like you I love the idea of the cerakote on it and I think a stiffer stock lends itself to shooters well. I\m relatively new to the channel & website, and it has quickly become a favorite of mine. Not impressed with the plastic trigger guard also because I have broken one on a different rifle and it was a pain in the rear to source. Have you ever made a review of the Schultz & Larsen rifle? I am over 50 now an i have owned and hunted 21 different rifles, that will be all brands from Rem 700, Browning , tikka, several Blasers and Sakos, Heym and some more. Took my buck at 325 shooting Federal Premium 110gr bullets. Their ammo is INSANELY expensive, so I wouldnt invest in a Weatherby chambering. Of all the rifles I own, if you just said Grab a rifle and go hunting without any more specifics of where Id be hunting or what Id be hunting, Id grab that rifle. Performance is really good. A very solid four stars here for the Franchi Momentum bolt-action rifle. Lets weed out a few rifles I DONT recommend first. Pls recommend as I need a rifle under 1500 $ including Scope for shooting upto 600 Yards with cheaper ammo to practice more. I have been eyeing the ruger go wild.I like the heavier barrel profile. You mention that you felt the Browning X-Bolt Pro was not a good fit for a heavy recoil gun. Is there a far better option for the money? I am stuck between the tikka t3x and the Bergara b14. I was unaware of the QC issues with the Cross. Yeah, the Reaper is pretty awesome. Your email address will not be published. The Tikka T3 features a standard box 3 round magazine but certain models come with a 4 round magazine. Would love to see your review on the Australian built Lithgow if you havent fired one yet I am sure you will be blown away by it in build quality, accuracy and value considering we are paying $900 for rifles worth $350 in America. You dont want fine wood and blued steel in the rain on a hunt. Pretty typical for a synthetic-stocked, budget-oriented hunting rifle. What do you think? $699.00. If I were buying a new hunting rifle today and I could drop $2,300, Id pick the Fierce Rogue with a steel action. Plus, it uses an old-school sporter stock that just isnt what todays long-range shooter is looking for. The Howa is around $200-$300 cheaper than the Savage. Seller: Ammo And Arms. As I completely dislike sporter pencil barrels. I hear a lot of people liking the Seekins Havak, but it just hasnt grabbed me. I reload, so Ive been able to work on the load. Any opinions/guidance would be much appreciated! As you can see I am a gun collector and have not used my 7 mm Mag. The build quality was amazing, and shot sub MOA with factory Norma ammo. Server Time: 2023-01-16 08:20:56 UTC The stock feels really cheesy. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Benelli Lupo should had definitely made the list Better rifle than most others mentioned in my honest opinion. So in general, pick the Tikka T3X Lite if you want a lightweight rifle with a fantastic action, and youre going to be shooting cartridges lighter than a 7mm Rem Mag or .30-06. Why would anyone purchase a rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor when 7mm-08 will do everything the 6.5 can but with a bigger bullet, flatter trajectory, and comparable wind drift at typical hunting ranges? XBolt Pro is a good gun but needs a new trigger. 3. and three-stage safety. I know you get requests for reviews a lot but Id be very interested in hearing your thoughts on the CVA Cascade line of bolt action rifles. An XBolt in 6.8 Western may be a great option. Appreciate the comment. I watched each individual rifles review from you and the best option under $350, but I would like to hear your feedback from either a new video or just through here about which of the 3 rifles you think is the best in that category since you havent put them head to head in that category. The Momentum Elite comes with a detachable box-type magazine that holds three or four cartridges (depending on the caliber) for fast, safe and easy loading and unloading. However, Ruger American rifles are not perfect. Twist Rate: 1:11 Thanks! I have a Momentum elite varmint in 224 Valkyrie. The sub-$500 version of the CVA Cascade comes with just blued steel. I\m looking for a good \all around\ big game hunting rifle (elk, whitetail/mule deer, and antelope mostly). Today, though, I would buy a Dead Air Nomad or a CGS Hyperion given the choice of anything on the market. My assumption has been that given the limited rifles and ammos out, the x-bolt with browning ammo would have to work well together right out of the box. And I need it in a shorter stock. I\ve hunted since high school age but always small game/birds. BarrelLength: 22 inches I mean, this is one heck of a tight group! When will you be putting the Seekins HAVAK PH2 through its paces? Ruger Americans are fantastic. Thats a nice collection. So, if those ones should be avoided, what rifles SHOULD hunters consider? Plus all the pros of the above B-14 review. Is the quality that good? So Id recommend just paying for it online. My main gun is a Tikka T3 in 30-06. James I probably wouldnt recommend Fierce Firearms right now. Is it worth it? GSG, I always just hunted. There are many rifles above the $2k price point. I really enjoy your reviews and opinions. I am a big Fierce fan. Never worried much about how my rifle looked either before or after the hunt. Im at a point that I can spend $1500+ for a hunting rifle. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. The Tikka action is by far the best in this price point because it cycles ammo perfectly, has a silky smooth bolt slide and is manufactured to a high tolerance so every last one I pick up feels just as good as the one next to it. Really, the only thing that keeps me from owning more of them is that I can rarely find them in the chamberings I want. John did tell me that they are currently working on a fix for the extractor problem. Keep up the good work. Unfortunately now I see it for $1700. Length of Pull: 14 inches (adjustable with spacers) I have fond memories of my Weatherby, but the last few years its spent more time in my gun safe while I pack smaller calibers. Do you know a lot about rifles. Vlad I have no idea who you are but you sure do make a lot of noise and a lot less sense. Im looking for an elk rifle. I knew an unknown secret that they did not know, its called grease and oil. Keep up the great work. The pistol grip is thicker than on many similar stocks, which I appreciate a lot, but at the same time a little more palm swell wouldnt hurt. Just doing a bit of research on the Momentum because the local gun store has a bunch on sale. Frankly, I just dont see the value in the Werkman. In front of the recoil pad, on the bottom of the Momentums shoulder stock, are two molded-in features: a hand groove grip area for holding the stock with ones support hand while shooting from a rest, and a recessed sling swivel mount. Ive been kicking around trying out the 28 Nosler just to pick up a bit more performance at 500+ ranges. have you try the weatherby mark v accumark in 300 win mag? The Sig Cross: Amazing design after some early quality control issues. If you were to build a rifle what action would you use. Hi Jim Not a Sako to be seen ? The Momentum loved Armscors 168 grain FMJs, though. I would love to get your take or even see a review on it. Manual dont talk about 6.5 Creedmore ! I appreciate your knowledge and insight. Even on safe, the bolt can be manipulated to chamber or eject a round. Accurate, lightweight, and comfortable with a great trigger, its a solid choice to fill your freezer this season. The SIG Cross would be a best second choice. Really enjoy your content! Id love to hear if the model 70 is still relevant. Next. killed three whitetail with it this past season. If you had 1500-2500 just for one, which make would you drop that cash on? What is your opinion on the Edge vs Rival? The stock is not very rigid, the butt pad is too stiff, and the stock geometry is only acceptable. Can Italian go to a local gun store and buy one (or any firearm) without a government license or permission? However, as Ive owned the Sig Cross for almost a year now, Im surprised by how frequently its the gun I reach for in the safe. People say its the most consistent action, but I only sort of agree. However, they really dont get enough attention from huntersmostly because they make few attempts to really stand out from the other rifles on the shelf. Premium recoil pad, pic rail, fluted barrel, muzzle breakMOA guaranteed accuracy like the Tikka. hey jim i have a 2022 ridgeline in 308 it shoots 1/4 to 1/2 moa looked a long time and read many bad reviews butt talked to many people and am very happy with mine thanks. Also, what about the Bergara MG Lite with their proprietary carbon barrel? Stock: A carbon version of Bergaras excellent HMR stock. You havent included Winchester in your reviews. Overall, I think the best three rifles under $1,000 are the Tikka T3X Lite, the Bergara B-14 Ridge, and the Weatherby Vanguard. At the back of the bolt shroud, the firing pin protrudes to show cocked status (as seen above) and is flush with the rear of the bolt shroud when not cocked. If youre into Italian and youre into affordable, but you still want some Ferrari performance at the Fiat price, Franchis Momentum delivers the goods. That one is on my radar and Id love to hear your thoughts on it. Is it ever gonna happen or should I just buy a 6.5 prc? 80lbs maybe. One-Piece Picatinny Rail Quick and easy optics mounting. bolt turn was a bit rough out of the box. Yes, even if my hunting situation means most shots will be shorter range, I want a rifle that will reach out and make a 250 or 350 yard shot accurately in case it needs to. I am looking for a 6.5 creedmoor bolt action hunting rifle for our place in north central west Texas. Or even at a much higher price range. . and the weathermark? Store. These are incredible results from a rifle with an MSRP barely over $600! It seems to boast a sturdier stock. (I\m in Denver and could use a road trip). I was really looking at the Waypoint before so would you recommend that now or another? So how do you choose between them? And outside chance of a Bergara HMR or sauer 100 Pantera. I have mostly x bolt now and really like them but dont think onyx chassis is made for brownings so thinking the tikka t3x but wanted your opinion. . Like I said not sure what you tested it in, but I just wanted to let you know. Or, even better if your choice cost less. You mentioned the seekins havoc, but not in detail. My loads averaging 3050 fps with the 162gr eldx. The more you talk the clearer it becomes that youve never held much less used a gun. Weight: 6.6 pounds The stock is among the best I have ever used, its reasonably lightweight, excellent on accuracy, and the manufacturing quality is reliable. Know it is not a bolt action rifle, but how does the Henry Long Ranger stack up against these options? I have been considering the Winchester xpr spotter (walnut stock) in 308 Win. Shot yesterday and shot at 200, 300 and 400 yards, 1/2-3/4 MOA. However, I kill a lot of elk where Im from, and my smaller 6.5s dont produce the knock down effect I had with the Weatherby. Both have V block bedding blocks (But Ruger's are Y blocks for pillar bedding the action bolts.) Removable e Box Magazine (Large Capacity) Usage for the rifle would be long distance hobby shooting, but also potentially taking it on everything from whitetail up to moose for a hunt should I ever get in to the sport with my brothers and dad. I purchased a 280 AI in a Mark V Weatherby instead. Or is the lighter, cheaper, better looking cva more applicable? Its a Howa 1500 action in their own pretty cool stock. I load for better, but what would you choose? I recently purchased the Momentum Elite in the 6.5 creedmoor and respectfully think an honourable mention for the under $1000 would be appropriate. Its way more fun to shoot than the other guns. You have probably heard this before but I am not really a hunter, at least not yet. I went ahead and ordered a scope today, I had a leupold vx5 3x15 and sent it back, and today I ordered a Burris Signature HD 3x15, so I will see how they compare. Action is very heavy and clunky. The reasonwhen Im going to kill an animal, I want to kill it stone deadone well-placed shot. Gunwerks builds great guns, but I just dont see them as being THOUSANDS of dollars better than a Fierce, Weatherby, Seekins, etc. Base Price: $789.99: Tax: - In Stock: kygunco.com Buy. Mine is in 223 for chucks. I am looking to spend around $1200, and I am between the Savage ultralite and the Howa carbon kratos. You have my general answer, but below Ill provide more detail and reasoning for those selections, as well as some rifles not to pick. Well, I picked up a momentum elite in .308, and absolutely love it so far, still deciding on a scope to go on it, but cant wait to get to shooting it. Would like a rifle that print a sub MOA with factory ammo. LOL. I am between a Bergara B-14 Hunter and the Weatherby Vanguard. I\m in northern Arizona and hunt in everything from dense forest to open desert, shots rarely over 400 yards. Then you can go pick up in your local store in just a couple days and do the government paperwork and walk away with it. In this price range, this rifle appears to be a very good value. Will be used for 100-500 yd plinking and occasional deer hunting. Chambered in .308 Winchester, the author's Franchi Momentum has a 22-inch barrel with a threaded muzzle and a black synthetic stock with a recoil pad and integral sling-swivel studs. Customization * * * * Hello Jim, Your videos and information are amazing. I am finally biting the bullet and having a custom gun made. This ammo is usually an average accuracy performer for me, but dang did the Franchi shoot it well. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You mentioned it once but I cant find a video where you review it? Franchi Momentum .308 Win Threaded 22" Bbl Htr Gry BA Rifle 41533. Ive got a line on a used Seekins Havak Element in 6.5 PRC. Hey Jim! Second is the on top the receiver scope mounts are based on Savage Accutrigger not Remington. He has managed multiple gun ranges, and has hunted around the world. Would love to know your thoughts on the Seekins Precision Havak PH2 rifles. I own a 6.5-.300 Wby and reload my own ammo. What matters is on the paper for 550 dollars and a threaded barrel to boot. I verified it with factory ammo, Guaranteed 1 MOA accuracy, but probably beats that, Guaranteed 1 MOA. I am a huge fan of their 1911s and know they are big into precision rifles. Jim, between the Savage 110 Ultralight and the Weatherby Mark V which would you pick for accuracy? Thanks. Was very happy with all of it. Wish you wouldve done a review on Mauser 18 or sauer 100 as I became interested in those two guns and did ultimately pick up a Mauser this year based on some other reviews. Ive fallen in love. And dollar for dollar you could never purchase a rifle that guarantees you 1 moa back several years ago for the same relative cost. Anyway, sorry but I dont have much experience with it. And contrary to most German rifles today, the barrel is threaded into the reciever (not heat shrunk). Even though Im happy with my decision, the Ultralite might have been the better way to go. I purchased Savage Axis II XP- 6.5 Creedmore from Cabelas. Is it felt more? Which takes of the other half of recoil . This gun is for actually hunting in adverse conditions and not worrying about scratching it or damage. I might add for a hunting rifle the 6.5 Swede is superior to the 6.5 Screedmore. I mean, I realize you use supersonic ammunition and would have liked to have heard how home-rolled subsonic ammo performed. $1,049.00. It shoots as well as some of my full blown custom rifles I have thousands invested in. No doubt, it has s lot to offer. I do have a question that I hope you will address. November 29, 2018 By Steve Gash. Just my two cents, but would love to hear an honest review of these rifles. It appears that Fierce is stretching the truth a bit on weight because mine weighs 6 pounds, 4 1/8 oz and its a short action with 24 6.5mm barrel so it should be about the lightest one they have. Seems like the bergara barrel profile would be better for larger cartridges. I would not even try and shoot a moose with the Creedmore but its no problem with the 6.5 Swede with its 1 in 7.8 twist with the 160 grain slugs. I really love your channel. There are a few really nice ergonomic details that Franchi has implemented on their stocks. I have watched your reviews on both, so maybe your opinion on whether itd be worth the additional money To go with the Waypoint. My mossberg patriot shoots like a custom rifle.

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