Seller: Ammo And Arms. I\ve been perusing the site trying to find it as my rifle should be here today or tomorrow. Hi Jim, I love your reviews and think you are the best reviewer I have come across. Curious to hear your thoughts/experience with it. The stock feels really cheesy. I would definitely buy the Winchester XPR SR version, which means suppressor ready, so you get a threaded barrel. Also, I think the X-Bolt Pro just isnt bringing enough to the table for doubling the price over a regular X-Bolt. Those all sound like good options. Overall, if you forced me to pick a winner in this category, Id probably give it to the Springfield 2020 Waypoint. Action is amazing and a really great factory trigger. I hear a lot of people liking the Seekins Havak, but it just hasnt grabbed me. I had a question on my first rifle purchase. It weighs a little heavy per the stats, Ill admit but at that price point, its very hard to ignore especially since lightweight after-market chassis can cost as much as the base model B-14, Rem 700, Tikka T3, etc. and see how it stacks up next to the high end factory rifles. 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. With them being two different price points, Id be interested in your thoughts on spending the extra amount on the waypoint. Wont win any extra points for its weight but seems like a quality affordable and very accurate rifle. Can you review the spring kit for the factory trigger? 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. The one I tested was in Badlands camo, and is probably the most common edition I see on store shelves. It also really liked this 147 grain MEN stuff that I bought in bulk cheap some years ago basically just for semi-auto plinking use. Italy has crazy gun control laws, like most of Europe. Savage, Tikka, Browning, Christensen- all offer LH options and should be commended for it. So where are you from originally and where are you now..Im thinking not the US. Action is very heavy and clunky. I really like the stock design. Fierce rifles are accurate, built well, look great, come with good triggers, and feed perfectly. Ive got a line on a used Seekins Havak Element in 6.5 PRC. I am going to buy one last hunting rifle eventually in 7mm or 7 PRC so I am watching CVA XT and Weatherby. What ammo are you shooting in your cross? Ive killed elk, mule deer and whitetails, with it. Agreed on the MarkV. The action is a little sticky at the back because its a 2-lug so theres a little play at the back if you arent pushing straight. Im surprised it didnt make the list. And dollar for dollar you could never purchase a rifle that guarantees you 1 moa back several years ago for the same relative cost. Have you heard any news about springfield adding additional calibers for it? threaded barrel w/muzzle brake. It was made for them as a throw back to the Finbear (now Discontinued) Its chambered in 270. (Momentum 2018 followed by the Momentum Elite 2019). Jeremy is TTAG's Deputy Editor, working mostly behind the scenes but, when he attempts to write, he focuses on comprehensive gun & gear reviews. I dont want it to feel pain or the anxiety of dying slowly. I have a Sears gun with an FN Action and a deluxe hand checkered walnut stock (real hand checkering not junk machine cut checkering) in .270 caliber and I paid $300 for it used. Ive got an old 700 that is a beautiful gun and was a great deal but Im taking the plastic stock Savage up in the tree this fall. Hold on to it. I have narrowed my next purchase down to those two. Savage 110? I like the Bergara B-14 ridge. A very accurate danish produced rifle. Ruger Americans are fantastic. Jim love your channel. Can't see enough difference to make a difference. I recently purchased a Franchi Momentum 300 win mag w/24 in. Ill update the post. Franchi Momentum All-Terrain Elite .223 Rem 18" 1:8" Bbl TrueTimber Strata/Midnight Bronze 10+1 Rifle 41751. Franchi lists the Momentum's weight at 6.6 pounds, unloaded and unscoped. I have been looking at the savage 110 ultralite 6.5 creedmoor. Ive been pouring over your channels videos, and a lot of Ron Spomers content (as well as a few others for the past months). Backfire LLC owns and operates this website. Full Details. Have you or will you be doing a video on Franchi hunting rifles. I would love to get your take or even see a review on it. . And true to their ads, it is a sub-MOA shooter. In your opinion, is the Fierce worth the extra you pay or does the Springfield give you more value for the money you spend. Im giving the Momentum an extra star above average for the polished, fluted bolt and all the checkered ergonomic areas on the stock that fancy it up a bit. Good Morning Jim If youre into Italian and youre into affordable, but you still want some Ferrari performance at the Fiat price, Franchis Momentum delivers the goods. Been looking at the franchi momentum has anyone got this rifle ? Bergara seems to have just come out with a Walnut stock maybe as a result of one of you comparing their stocks to garage floors??? Im familiar with it, but havent done an official review. Thanks. The reason I put the CVA Cascade above the Ruger American is: (1) It has a better action with more reliable feeding, (2) Its stock is more rigid, (3) It doesnt have a super loud safety like the Ruger American, which I found to be tricky to hunt with. I recently had a chance to sight it in and run everything over the chronograph . The scope I bought is a Sea Adler, 3x9x40. Its a Howa 1500 action in their own pretty cool stock. I would like a 280 Ackley and Fierce only makes it in the Rival. You mention it just once in this string but dont come back to it at all. A junk plasticky trigger guard, its enough to make you barf just looking at it. Mine is in 223 for chucks. If a close friend asked me what hunting rifle to buy at each price point, these would be my recommendations: If you dont want to read this entire post, jump to the section for rifles in your budget. Theres something cool coming. Thanks for any input. Kimber Mountain Ascent Subalpine I just dont like the Kimber Mountain Ascent. Unfortunately, I cant weigh in on the Sauer 100 yet because I havent tried it. I came over the years to loath short action rifles. Have to admit I love Henrys, so am trying to take my heart out of the decision with wisdom from someone more experienced like you. These are incredible results from a rifle with an MSRP barely over $600! The 300 win mag barrel twist is a little slow, but if you arent going to handload, it should shoot up the 200 grain bullets in factory Ammo just fine. I have been looking for a carbon barrel rifle in a .308 due to ammo availability. If so have they made any notable changes to this model over previous models? I\m looking for a good \all around\ big game hunting rifle (elk, whitetail/mule deer, and antelope mostly). Optional Features TSA Recoil Pads TSA recoil pads for LOP adjustment. Ive seen your comments that fierce rifles have poor fit and finish and that customer service is also poor. Regardless, they should have went with a flush mount magazine like the Axis which, if I may add sells new for a third of the Momentums MSRP in my part of the world. From afar it looks pretty standard, but it does set itself apart in a few ways. Most of the great rifles youve taken time to make us salivate for do not make left handed models. It would be a tiny bit more expensive, but really not much. Keep them coming! In our testing, the Weatherby Vanguard shot the most accurately, although the difference between it, the Bergara and the Tikka was so small that I doubt we could call it statistically significant. Could you add another tier or two? No, naturally I forgot to measure and I didnt keep the targets (estimating with the On Target app based on the dimensions of the ammo box, its about 0.45 MOA). I am between a Bergara B-14 Hunter and the Weatherby Vanguard. I am looking for a semi-auto gun for hunting, been looking at the Savage MSR 10 in 6.5 CM and the Smith and Wesson M&P 10 in 6.5 CM (I would really love to see an AR10 in 6.5 PRC). Moreover, the firearm boasts an excellent light and smooth trigger. To wit: 1. The Sig Cross is the rifle that I have consistently used more than any other hunting rifle in my gun vault. Im considering a modern Win 70 as well. Its one of the best 3 out of 8 rifles we tested in this price range. Jim, I think you misspoke about the Ultralite. I owned one and sold it. The only problem with a Springfield 2020 Waypoint is they dont offer it in enough chamberings. The rings came with friction paper. Manse, he actually has a point this time. Its a good quality scope for shooting out to 300 yards but doesnt have adjustable turrets so if youll want to do some long-distance shooting, order it without a scope. You have my general answer, but below Ill provide more detail and reasoning for those selections, as well as some rifles not to pick. Just hasnt been available. I like the action of the Howa better but the Proof barrel on the Savage. As did locking it. I just have to say thank you I really appreciate your unbiased and honest opinions. Italian? The only competitor would be a full custom on the amazing MDT HNT 26 chassis. Its decent, but if you can possibly squeeze another $100 into your budget to get a version with Cerakote, get the CRKT version as itll be more durable in the woods. Would you take the Waypoint over the Seekins? My main gun is a Tikka T3 in 30-06. I just bought a Savage Axis II XP in 308 after much research and debate amongst my hunting partners. Excellent 3/4 MOA accuracy with Hornady Precision Hunter ammo, QD Flush cups and picatinny embedded in the stock, Available in all the most popular chamberings for custom rifles (including 7 PRC), I personally would have preferred that they went with a more modern vertical grip, I wish there were an arca rail on the bottom of the forend for connecting to a tripod. Travis Skurray from Australia. Also would be cool to see you do a semi-custom rifle (Bighorn action, prefit barrel, Ag composites stock, trigger tech, etc.) The action is butter smooth and the stock has a palm swell the sold me when I first picked the gun up. I was considering the Sig Cross, but the safe selector issue concerns me. Thanks for the videos, they have been great! Was very happy with all of it. Took my buck at 325 shooting Federal Premium 110gr bullets. Along with it is 2-position safety that . I really enjoy your reviews and opinions. funny, I was between the FME and the CVA cascade for a 350L. You mentioned the seekins havoc, but not in detail. Franchi designs some very good scatter guns, and this is their first rifle attempt. A shiny one. Hi Jim, Im in love. Alpha? I am looking for a 6.5 creedmoor bolt action hunting rifle for our place in north central west Texas. I recently purchased the Momentum Elite in the 6.5 creedmoor and respectfully think an honourable mention for the under $1000 would be appropriate. Great comment, Frank. Forearm checkering extends nearly all the way forward, ending just short of another molded-in and recessed sling swivel mount. 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. I would really like one in one of the 7mm flavors. Just easier to carry in hand, never a sling. Plus all the pros of the above B-14 review. Know it is not a bolt action rifle, but how does the Henry Long Ranger stack up against these options? Pretty typical for a synthetic-stocked, budget-oriented hunting rifle. They will be on sale at cabelas this next week, and I havent heard that much about them. Hi, I really enjoy your reviews on YouTube. I have played with many of the rifles you have. Great choice in a gun. A lot of older rifles are very superior to these entry level rifles. Which one do you recommend, God-bless you for being a second amendment supporter I will pray for you your wife and your family God-bless, Wow! What is your opinion on Gunwerks? I decided to to send Fierce an email basically telling them how disappointed I was with the tight chamber and extractor design issues and failure. Its an expensive gun but Ive been hearing good things. Thanks so much, you guys are great! Hey Jim I recently found your stuff and have been doing a deep dive. There is a nice Bavarian Sako but theres isnt much data on accuracy on the range with a scope. Newer is not always better. Again not a spot of rust. Keep up the great work. I enjoy your videos on YouTube, very informative and you dont pull any punches, I like that. Thanks and keep up the great content! The stock looks like a varmint/tactical/long range/hunting compromise, and may do those thing well, its just not what I was looking for. CVA all the way. Performance is really good. Ive narrowed it down to a Sig Cross in 6.5, a JTAC Screech Owl in 6.5 22 barrel. Mine shoots 1/2 MOA with handloads, Available in: 6 Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, .308 Win, Available in: 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, .308 Win, 300 Win Mag. Theres also no shortage of cartridges that send a 6.5mm bullet at much higher velocities than the Swede so I have to assume by your metric those are all superior to the Swede? The deciding factor for me was the trigger, and that 3 of my buddies shoot the Savage. How about a Bergara Wilderness Ridge in 7 mag? John did tell me that they are currently working on a fix for the extractor problem. Can you do a in-depth comparison review of the CVA Cascade vs. Ruger American? I was about to buy a Christenson Arms rifle but you and a few others have commented about the quality.

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