Can you do a in-depth comparison review of the CVA Cascade vs. Ruger American? I was very impressed at the response I got from John and can tell you Fierce is a company that stands behind their products. The Sig Cross has really become one of my favorite guns to shoot. Franchi Momentum All-Terrain Elite .308 Win 18" 1:11" Bbl TrueTimber Strata/Midnight Bronze 10+1 Rifle 41750. Is it worth it? Ultimately it still looks and feels like an inexpensive, plastic stock that youd expect to find on a budget hunting rifle. Hi Jim, While I believe theyve succeeded in creating a stock that accommodates many different shooting positions and feels above average in all, it doesnt necessary excel in any of them. Browning X-Bolt Pro I like the X-Bolt Pro. So it is not a 700 rem action like the Bergara, So no MDT chassis at this time to match. American Hunter's first reports of it indicated excellent fit and function and accuracy. it just feels right. Remember the cheap skates that passed up Colt Pythons when they were only $260 bucks and now are 10 times that. No. But I cant understand why offering left handed guns seems impossible to some manufacturers. Have you reviewed one yet? Most of the great rifles youve taken time to make us salivate for do not make left handed models. 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. Thanks in advance. All good options, but Id go with the Cross if youll be using it for any backcountry hunting. Since recording the review of the Sig Cross, my copy of the gun did develop the issue with the safety where it doesnt quite go to the correct position. The build quality was amazing, and shot sub MOA with factory Norma ammo. The reasonwhen Im going to kill an animal, I want to kill it stone deadone well-placed shot. Franchi Momentum .308 Win Threaded 22" Bbl Htr Gry BA Rifle 41533. Im not the person I asked the question but I am also looking at one chambered and 308 and another shop down the road has a 30-06. I am going to use the rifle for mainly whitetail deer hunting in Wisconsin but I occasionally like once every 5-10 years go out west and hunt pronghorn or elk and have recently tried to hunt moose in Alaska. Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. I have been looking for a carbon barrel rifle in a .308 due to ammo availability. Id prefer 7mm-08, but 6.5 is the newest kid on the block. 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??? But 300 WinMag doesnt fit in an AR15 and 6.5 Swede doesnt fit in a short action. Great info on the ins and outs of shooting and the rifle reviews. One thing I always know I need in any rifle, hunting or range, is accuracy. stock not sticky yet? I have found a lot of draw backs such as a cramped magazine box that when I tried to seat bullets out there was no room in the magazine to do so therefore I had excess bullet jump into the throat of the barrel, especially older barrels with slightly eroded throats and not being able to seat the bullet out sometimes does not give you the best accuracy. 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. I own a Fury in 6.5 Creedmoor that will shoot the smallest 5 shot group you ever seen. It doesnt handle recoil well because of the stock design. Loved this article keep em coming! They are also slippery when wet and ice cold to touch in winter. I want your opinion on there trigger system. Man I really love your reviews! However, Ruger American rifles are not perfect. I also own a Savage 110 Ultralite in 6.5 PRC- fantastic accuracy, but I just could not warm up to the plasticy stock. TIKKA is proven, Franchi has some good reports. enough shoulder for secure mounting. Nothing problematic, but clearly noticeable. I recommend getting this Ruger American Predator in 6.5 Creedmoor if youll be hunting deer-sized game (or smaller than deer), want to have tons of inexpensive ammo options, and if youll also be using it for target shooting. I would pick 7mm Rem Mag since you mentioned long range. Not a Sako to be seen ? I think you did a good job in your review of 25 hunting rifles at various price points. Thanks. when buying a boltaction rifle to be used for hunting,do you prefer a safety that locks the bolt down,or one that allows you to work the action.I prefer the type that locks the bolt. Is the bergara name worth it? 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. Franchi, a 150-year-old shotgun manufacturer, clearly felt it was high time an affordable Italian hunting rifle hit U.S. shores. Ill keep one in mind next time Im in the market. A shiny one. Honestly, you need to review one. Your primary con towards the Weatherby was around the cost of the company\s \boutique\ cartridges. I guess Im looking for an under 2K rifle chambered in a 300 win mag. I figured I could get an AR rifle with Sub MOA accuracy that could maybe hit 2 birds with 1 stone. He missed the entire point of the product to rant about what great deals can be had on old guns. Will be used mostly for white tail and hogs in Texas. This gun is for actually hunting in adverse conditions and not worrying about scratching it or damage. I decided to go a different direction by changing out the barrel for a 20 inch Proof. I have been eyeing the ruger go wild.I like the heavier barrel profile. Keep the vids coming, I look forward to seeing them. 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. That\s not a total game changert now there are other choices. I am looking at it in 243 but cant decide between that and x bolt. A friend of mine was trying to talk me into a Christensen arms Ridgeline FFT but from what you said about their QC in manufacturing I\m not sure I want to risk it. Any chance you would do a review on that caliber? this are what i like long range in a good rifle, with hornady ammo. Hi Jim, Know it is not a bolt action rifle, but how does the Henry Long Ranger stack up against these options? There are very few reviews and almost zero information about how the Howa carbon shoots. Fierce rifles are accurate, built well, look great, come with good triggers, and feed perfectly. A junk plasticky trigger guard, its enough to make you barf just looking at it. But after that, its likely going to be a custom. I like the straight comb with minimal drop and I found the cheek weld comfortable. I am a huge fan of their 1911s and know they are big into precision rifles. You mention it just once in this string but dont come back to it at all. Thank you for your time. Hey Jim I recently found your stuff and have been doing a deep dive. Hi Jim love your content I was wondering if you had a chance to fire a Benelli lupo I own one and love it also have a Tikka tac t3x a Daniel Defense delta 5 pro a accuracy International at. I purchased a Stockys carbon stock for my Vanguard 6.5 PRC Meateater rifle and was able to shoot a suppressed 5 shot group at 100 yards that measured under 1/2 moa. I did go looking for the reloading equipment you mentioned and more on acquiring lowers ahead of time, yet unable to find. Obscenely lightweight. How may races are there and is idiot one? Why I Picked These Three Rifles Over the Competition. The Tikka Superlite 7RM is my dedicated high country rifle, weighing in at 7.1 lbs scoped. Buy FRANCHI MOMENTUM For Sale Price - New and Used - In Stock I have been looking at the 6.8 western. I have been considering the Winchester xpr spotter (walnut stock) in 308 Win. If you were to build a rifle what action would you use. I am really interested in a waypoint. You know, turning ammo into noise kind of use. Gun Review: Franchi Momentum Rifle in .308 Win Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. At present time i run Sakos and Blaser. Thoughts? Anyway, sorry but I dont have much experience with it. I am looking for a new rifle, and am looking at the Franchi Momentum Elite, was looking for any input by those of you that have one. I use Swaro and Zeiss optics and i use moderators on all of mine. Are you still doing a full review on that caliber? I have a slue of rifles in many calibers 22LR up to 338WM, except the 7mm mag. I just have to say thank you I really appreciate your unbiased and honest opinions. You know Beretta will not support either rifle. I will be hunting suppressed from now on and want to keep my rifle as short as possible. To my surprise John Mogle responded and told me to send in my gun and they would replace the barrel and fix the problem. I have not seen a semi-auto in 6.5 PRC, should I wait? I own one in a 30-06, with 3 safes full of guns, it is my favourite. I am stuck between the tikka t3x and the Bergara b14. Itd make a Backstreet Boy jealous. I also like the Fierce Reaper and the Sako S20 for heavy-recoiling cartridges. Things happen and every animal is different, but I feel like its my duty to show that respect. Im a lefty that has to shoot cross over right handed bolts. Again one star better than average in this category, but it still leaves plenty of room for improvement. As a side note, I have a Sako 85 from Cabelas. The redesigned rifle includes all the original features that. 2. have a metal finish at the trigger-guard, My main criteria is staying sub 6 lbs if I can for the rifle only and sub moa guarantee. I really enjoy your reviews and opinions. Nor do my groups appear to be outliers for the Momentum. Ive owned a Lupo chambered in 30-06 for several months now. and see how it stacks up next to the high end factory rifles. I knew an unknown secret that they did not know, its called grease and oil. I\m looking for a good \all around\ big game hunting rifle (elk, whitetail/mule deer, and antelope mostly). As a matter of fact these days it usually sucks. Vlad I have no idea who you are but you sure do make a lot of noise and a lot less sense. It is still a preferred caliber in Scandinavia for big game. I have been taking in everyone of ur vids I can find and sincerely appreciate your work and am interested in your take on the Seekins product? Never spent over $500 before. I do have a question that I hope you will address. FRUSTRATING. More velocity with the heavier bullets which by the way do not work so well in the 6.5 Creedmore. 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. Cries racism when pointed out that is an idiot. Beater rifles go until they cant. 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! Could you add another tier or two? bolt throw. Indeed, the Momentums bolt only travels 60 degrees from fully open to fully locked and vice-versa, whereas your typical 2-lug job requires a 90-degree throw. #1. Weatherby also makes it in some non Weatherby calibers. Base Price: $789.99: Tax: - In Stock: kygunco.com Buy. As did locking it. Its for my 3 teenage daughters (all first year deer tag draws) . Fit me like a glove. With attitude like that, you will only buy domestic products and if leftists have their way, none. 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. Nor did it entirely love the excellent Hornady Black ammo, putting two rounds through the O that I was aiming at and three in another very tight group some distance away. Id also like to hear more about the threading on the various barrels and if they are suitable for use with a suppressor i.e. It is so fun to shoot and is extremely accurate! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. . Great choice in a gun. Its typically priced around $950, but for $100 extra dollars over the $850 budget, you get an adjustable mini chassis. Best purchase I ever made. Thank you. Hey Jim, your videos are great not only on rifles, but optics too. I\m in northern Arizona and hunt in everything from dense forest to open desert, shots rarely over 400 yards. I was considering the Sig Cross, but the safe selector issue concerns me. The reason I am more interested in an AR instead of a bolt action is because: I would like to have an adjustable stock for hunting in multi layers of clothing and backpack straps, the need to adjust my length of pull is important. Is it felt more? Thanks for your thoughts and time! Im in love. In regards to the Howa 1500 I got one in 300 PRC, it had a Houge stock, I installed a Bell & Carlson, put a Konos M30 on top and got a group the size of a 50 cent piece at a 100 yards. Ruger Americans are fantastic. Would you take the Waypoint over the Seekins? The scope I bought is a Sea Adler, 3x9x40. You mentioned in your latest live video that youre off the Savage Ultralight these days. Store. Ive narrowed it to 3, but just cant quite choose. Im not sure why Bergarra and other premium manufacturers dont do this but Im sure theres a reason. 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. The also Cerakote the barrel which lowers the need for oiling the metals on your gun, and protects it in rainy or otherwise wet conditions. Id probably go with the Bergara Wilderness Ridge. I personally prefer the Bergara B-14 Ridge, but they are all good options. A lot of older rifles are very superior to these entry level rifles. Seller: Ammo And Arms. Premium recoil pad, pic rail, fluted barrel, muzzle break.MOA guaranteed accuracy like the Tikka. Your email address will not be published. Hunting rifles per say but not many of the new techno rifles. 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. Jim, 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. He has managed multiple gun ranges, and has hunted around the world. Im really down to the Fierce Carbon Rival vs the Weatherby MarkV Backcountry. The only downside I see is the weight at 7 plus pounds if your looking for a ultralight mountain rig. Ive been looking at the varment line in a 6.5 cm. But honestly these are not deal-breakers (or at least I think so). Affordable? Doesnt do it when there is no round in the chamber. Or is the lighter, cheaper, better looking cva more applicable? Im sure a video review by you would certainly help clarify and perhaps sway my views on the Sauer 100s. Might want to hold off a month or so. FRANCHI MOMENTUM ELITE True Price: $ 816.99. 3. and three-stage safety. I have played with many of the rifles you have. I believe the momentum rifle could easily stack up against the models outlined in the under $500 category. The stock feels like it is created of a very tough polymer. Jim, after watching the review of your Rival I wanted you to know I had the same problems with mine. Thanks for the content you put out! Yes if I were going to Alaska where you can run into damp rainy weather for days on end I would either have my Mauser electrolysis nickle plated (it plates even the inside of a receiver and barrel) or if I wanted to get off cheap take a chance on a modern stainless rifle that probably would freeze up in very cold weather with their speed lock mechanisms which are idiotic in a hunting rifle. Would love to hear your review and/or thoughts on military surplus and/or rifles you and friends first started on. My mossberg patriot shoots like a custom rifle. The need for fast follow up shots, I know with practice a bolt action is fast, but I also dont want to break my right hand grip on the gun and trigger. then Seekins is another I looked into but judging by the lack of representation in reviews I\m not confident in it either. I am not sure, or saying one is better than the other, but that was something that bothered me. Interested in loading this cartridge. Thanks. Have you had any experience with the new fierce rage? What about the Winchester Model 70? I dont say that lightly.