They are reviewing new rifles not old ones. Things happen and every animal is different, but I feel like its my duty to show that respect. LOL. Phil. For some unknown reason it really didnt like Gorillas super nice, match-grade ammo and that entirely unoffensive group above was really horrible by Franchi Momentum standards. The molded-in checkering is clean and sharp but in no way uncomfortable. Thanks, I have looked all over and cant find out much about these. I am finally biting the bullet and having a custom gun made. Sorry its been so long since I have followed up on this, but didnt want to post on this rifle till I had some time with it and straightened out a problem Ive been having with my scope. Likely sub-half-MOA. I appreciate your knowledge and insight. A fairly vertical pistol grip offers comfortable control from most any shooting position. Weight: 6.6 pounds Seems like a lot of bang for the buck. A 60 degree bolt lift that makes second fast shots from the shoulder a complete impossibility. Jan 18, 2020 #3 C clockworkgator 1) the quality from rifle to rifle And all the great work you do! Im looking for a great elk rifle/big game in left handed. Hes not huge. 1. can be top loaded, Removable e Box Magazine (Large Capacity) In todays market, it needs a more modern stock design, carbon barrel, and premium trigger to be worth the price they are asking. Sure, you can have better fit and finish, but it costs more. Not sure what caliber you tested the bergara b14 ridge in but, I bought one from Scheels last year in 6.5 prc and it would scratch up the casings, and jam up on the last round. Available in: 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win, 277 Sig Fury. 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. Looks to me like an Apples to Oranges request. 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. 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. Im down to the Savage 110 Ultralite and the Christensen Ridgeline. Still, its the 2020 Waypoint in my opinion. The only competitor would be a full custom on the amazing MDT HNT 26 chassis. I like the Sig Cross because its lightweight, easily adjustable to fit me or my kids, very accurate, and the short barrel and folding stock make it easily packable for hunts. Weighs under 6 lbs. Im extremely satisfied with this rifle, for a hunting rifle. HOWEVER, since recording that review Ive also had the opportunity to hunt a good bit. Im a big fan of Sig pistols and never had an issue with QC. I sent my Rival back for repair and after six weeks it came back with the same problem. 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. And based on my limited sample size, this budget rifle seems to prefer budget ammo. Im a lefty that has to shoot cross over right handed bolts. The rifles are accurate, reliable, and built well. With a Leupold VX-2 3-9x40 scope mounted on Leupold dual dovetail rings and loaded with a maximum of five rounds of ammunition, the Momentum I tested weighed almost exactly eight poundslight enough to carry on long hikes through steep country but not unpleasant to shoot. The muzzle break sends recoil back into the rifle which breaks cheap scopes . 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 areas are designed to provide purchase and ergonomic grip options for different shooting positions and styles, such as the five seen above. Vald, I love me some harbor freight. Ive got a lot of autoloader pistol and AR experience, but my only bolt action is an old Mosin Nagant. The scope I bought is a Sea Adler, 3x9x40. (weight) Twist Rate: 1:11 then Best 5 shot group was .320 so I wouldnt knock the compass for a budget rifle. The barrel is cold hammer forged with rifling like the Sako (Tikka). A shiny one. Thanks, I enjoy watching you on YouTube and its really nice to see your reviews before purchasing guns and related stuff. Im sure the leupold would be better, but for a 700 dollar difference, Ill see how I like the Burris. Gunwerks builds great guns, but I just dont see them as being THOUSANDS of dollars better than a Fierce, Weatherby, Seekins, etc. Have you reviewed the werkman? Hunting rifles per say but not many of the new techno rifles. I love that Fierce Reaper but would probably have to sell another nice gun to get it and not sure I quite want to do that. 2023 Backfire LLC, a limited liability company headquartered in Utah, USA. A lot of older rifles are very superior to these entry level rifles. You never mentioned. Thanks for all of your vids and you helped me get my last two rifles with all the choices. These are incredible results from a rifle with an MSRP barely over $600! I found not too long ago a Husqvarna Mauser for $400 bucks in like new condition. As of now its my most accurate and favorite rifle. Its one of the best 3 out of 8 rifles we tested in this price range. Gun Review: Franchi Momentum Rifle in .308 Win, School Security: As a Parent, Hold Your School Officials Accountable, Campus Carry Celebrates Two Years in Texas, Doomsayer Professors Refuse to Comment, Gun Review: Smith & Wesson Model 317 Kit Gun .22LR Revolver, Oh, The Humanity: Latest Polling Shows a Majority of Americans Now Oppose an Assault Weapons Ban, Smith & Wesson Announces the New M&P FPC Pistol Caliber Carbine. You dont want fine wood and blued steel in the rain on a hunt. It talks about every calibre Savage Arms is selling in Canada but dont talk about calibre I purchased. Thank you. In the end I still believe the 7mm RM is more versatile. And youre right about the cost of Weatherby ammo. I think in theory controlled feed is better, but they also generally dont feed well (or at all) if you try to feed by dropping one in, rather than mag feeding. 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 really enjoy your reviews and opinions. Now they are North of $400. I owned one in .28 Nosler and it was a very poor choice for that heavy-recoiling of a cartridge. The Tikka T3x has a single-column detachable clip magazine made from a strong fiberglass-reinforced composition. Love your reviews. It is very expensive. 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. The Sig Cross is the rifle that I have consistently used more than any other hunting rifle in my gun vault. Ive fallen in love. (The extra mags are also only like $20 which is nice, too.) Its for my 3 teenage daughters (all first year deer tag draws) . I am a big Fierce fan. A junk injection molded plasticky stock that expands with heat and contracts with cold. I preferred the action on the FME a lil bit over the CVA, but I could not get over how every Franchi had stock contact somewhere along the barrel. All six chamberings available in U.S.-market Momentums come with a threaded barrel. I might just know about a new rifle coming in January 2023 that might change your mind, Awesome reviews Jim. Can you review the Sako S20 or why havent you done it yet? Jim, 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. Surprised you didnt mention anything about the Sako 85. They seem to check a lot of the boxes Im looking in a rifle and seem to have a lot of bang for the buck for a rifle just over $500. Meet the Franchi Momentum Bolt-Action Rifle. The Elite series, added alongside the budget-priced original in 2020, did nothing to diminish those impressions. Gun #: 999725884. I want a lightweight rifle that has mild Recoil with ballistics similar to 270 Winchester but in a short action. What? I do like the Weatherby rifles as well as Tikkas. I looked at the Tikas as well and for the calibers Im looking at, I just think theyll beat the hell outta my shoulder. Christensen Ridgeline So many people have asked me to review one, and I just cant justify spending $2,000 on one because Ive heard so many reports of inconsistent manufacturing quality. Ive never seen Sea Adler anywhere in the US, do you know if theyre imported? My personal Ruger American shoots 0.8 groups consistently. Itd make a Backstreet Boy jealous. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. DK. Thanks. Id like to see a comparison between all the weather resistant advertised rifles, quality of weather protection materials, pros and cons of the different coatings or metals. The scope hasnt moved for years now and I have shot it quite a bit. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Great review. The internal box magazine holds four rounds. Thanks and keep up the great content! Id go with the Sako in that case. The stock is cheesy feeling, but nicely shaped and rigid. I knew an unknown secret that they did not know, its called grease and oil. I have been looking at the 6.8 western. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. You mentioned the cheap filling stock. Yeah, the Reaper is pretty awesome. The other option is the Springfield 2020 Waypoint. it seems well priced at about 600. Do you have a suggestion for a backcountry hunting rifle that does well with heavy recoil? Fancy for an affordable rifle, the Franchi Momentum sports a one-piece, fluted bolt. The SIG Cross would be a best second choice. Jim, Ive had three X bolts in 6.8 western in the past 8 months and all shot well but velocities were a good 100 fps or more below what was stated on box on three different brands. There are quality inexpensive rifles being made, but if you step up into the $500-$1,000 price range, almost every option will shoot accurately and have more consistent quality control. I really like the Springfield waypoint but it is out of my price range but definitely the nicest rifle Ive held! killed three whitetail with it this past season. Would I buy this rifle? and see how it stacks up next to the high end factory rifles. I might add for a hunting rifle the 6.5 Swede is superior to the 6.5 Screedmore. If you want an accurate rifle with a threaded barrel and a decent trigger, it doesnt seem like you can go wrong with this one for under $500. I used to not care about if the bolt locked on safe but after a walk in the woods of ND with a Ruger American and the bolt falling out, to not be recovered on the opener, I now only have guns that lock the bolt on safe.
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