You dont want fine wood and blued steel in the rain on a hunt. Yeah, the Reaper is pretty awesome. BarrelLength: 22 inches Great deal. Fierce is about $400 more and almost a pound heavier. I expect to spend a few thousand or more to get what would meet my needs. enything under 2k. Hi Jim, I heard you mention a good handload that worked well with this 18\ barrel. Ultimately it still looks and feels like an inexpensive, plastic stock that youd expect to find on a budget hunting rifle. Also would be cool to see you do a semi-custom rifle (Bighorn action, prefit barrel, Ag composites stock, trigger tech, etc.) I like the cleaner lines without the mag sticking out. Hello Jim, And I need it in a shorter stock. My brother and another buddy bought one (223 and 22-250) because mine shot so well and they had similar results. Can you, or have you already, done a review on the Bergara Premier Divide ? Kimber Mountain Ascent Subalpine I just dont like the Kimber Mountain Ascent. I love to hunt white tail deer in Arkansas. But its a great all around gun out to 450 when most hunters can only shoot 250, if that. So far really like it FYI. I was considering the Sig Cross, but the safe selector issue concerns me. I have 13 riffles in calibers from 7mm08 , 270 ( my favorite caliber), 300H&H and 300 WM and 300WSM in Weatherby Mark V and Vanguard, Sako, Tika, Winchester model 70 pre 64 and new one, Kleingunther, Browning Xbolt, Browning medallion, BAR in 270 and 300 WM, 7mmMag in Weatherby Vanguard and Sako composite, Bennelli Lupo in 270. keep on the good work and excuse my poor englis. Keep the good work buddy on your show. 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? Unsurprisingly, the Momentum is equipped with a synthetic stock. ITs one of hte most versatile calibers since you can load down to 125 gr bullets and turn it into a .243 in recoil to train kids with a light load. Best 5 shot group was .320 so I wouldnt knock the compass for a budget rifle. Base Price: $789.99: Tax: - In Stock: kygunco.com Buy. Have you considered the recently released rifles introduced by Franchi? Just doing a bit of research on the Momentum because the local gun store has a bunch on sale. Assuming a commercially-available cartridge (I\m leaning towards .30-06 Springfield), how would the you stack the two up? Its a good option for light cartridges, but the light weight and stock design dont make for a good match on heavy cartridges. Yes, it shipped with a knurled thread protector but I immediately lost it when I slapped my Dead Air Sandman Ti on. (Great videos by the way!!). If I were buying a new hunting rifle today and I could drop $2,300, Id pick the Fierce Rogue with a steel action. Watch my full review of the Springfield 2020 Waypoint. November 29, 2018 By Steve Gash. What about the Winchester Model 70? Its a great suppressor. Keep up the good work! Do you think this is normal business practice ? 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. I also own a Savage 110 Ultralite in 6.5 PRC- fantastic accuracy, but I just could not warm up to the plasticy stock. Savage just came out with a Savage 110 carbon predator. Thanks, Joe. Feeler gauges became shims for my lathe and mill. I own one in a 30-06, with 3 safes full of guns, it is my favourite. Awesome at this price range. Very accurate, handles recoil well, and easily in your price point with room to spare. 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 know I have expediencies it. This is Franchis first rifle and they want into the market place are keeping the price low. Holy Moses, what an incredible rifle. Its actually a piece of cake. After reading you, I am going to use them now for hunting. Jim, 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. Capacity: 4+1 Have you reviewed one yet? I load for better, but what would you choose? Do you still recommend them. Yes its more than that modern piece of shit for $300 but I have found other used Mauser sporters including commercially made ones in the $300 dollar range not once but many , many times. JavaScript is disabled. Hey Jim, Any tips on bullet weight and powder brand? Weight: 6.6 pounds Thank you! It was made for them as a throw back to the Finbear (now Discontinued) Its chambered in 270. Take your pick but you get a super reliable gun and if you ever broke an extractor or firing pin you can change them out right in the field within minutes. CVA all the way. Thanks for doing great work. Not much going on here, really, but its simple and it works. Both have cold hammer forged barrels 2. Even on safe, the bolt can be manipulated to chamber or eject a round. I did go looking for the reloading equipment you mentioned and more on acquiring lowers ahead of time, yet unable to find. Price points on the ammo dont put them too far apart when searching on Ammoseek, usually within 5 bucks a box depending upon brand. 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. If you want to hunt larger game like elk, then Id recommend getting the same rifle in .30-06 Springfield. And dollar for dollar you could never purchase a rifle that guarantees you 1 moa back several years ago for the same relative cost. I try to ruin stuff like this and am always amazed how much it will take. I didnt see a Bergara in your list. Can you do a in-depth comparison review of the CVA Cascade vs. Ruger American? Im holding my breath for the comments section on this post. Plus all the pros of the above B-14 review. Ive shot heavier .308s with more felt recoil than this guy. I bought a Tikka M550 in 308 while stationed in Germany back in 1984. Both have 3 lug bolts with the lugs integral with the rest of the bolt body 3. Also 243win, 270 win, 300 win mag and 30-06. Do you know a lot about rifles. Its like comparing a Kia against a BMW. In your opinion, is the Fierce worth the extra you pay or does the Springfield give you more value for the money you spend. In the video below, I review the Fierce Rogue and show what I like/dislike about the Fierce Rogue. Agreed on the MarkV. Simply depress the rear of it while sliding the bolt out the back of the receiver. The new Franchi Momentum is darn near an exact copy to the Ruger American. 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 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. I am stuck between the tikka t3x and the Bergara b14. I understood going into it that it was a boutique and emotionally motivated cartridge choice, but the performance and build quality is excellent. You have probably heard this before but I am not really a hunter, at least not yet. My 2 favorite calibers are 270( I have 6 of them) and 300H&H ( one pre 64 Winchester Model 70 and one Cooper). Winchester Xpr or Franchi Momentum ? In 270. | Rokslide Forum I figured I could get an AR rifle with Sub MOA accuracy that could maybe hit 2 birds with 1 stone. Im a lefty that has to shoot cross over right handed bolts. Do you have any experience with the Franchi? For the record the cheapest gun Ive ever owned is a TC compass in 6.5 Creedmoor and it has shot sub MOA with most factory offerings from day one and consistently shoots sub 1/2 moa with handloads. Its great out to about 400. Again a super nice old world crafted gun anyone would be proud to own and show off to friends. You mentioned the seekins havoc, but not in detail. Accurate, lightweight, and comfortable with a great trigger, its a solid choice to fill your freezer this season. So not sure what went wrong with the patriot, and I dont really use the ATR except for friends to use but it is a hell of an accurate rifle. Ive fallen in love. Hi Jim. Stock: AG Composites Alpine Hunter. A hammer fudged junk barrel that was obviously used. . Not many have been around since they are new this year. What do you think of the French after some time? In this day and age, there is really no reason to not have a removable magazine that you could top load also. I have a slue of rifles in many calibers 22LR up to 338WM, except the 7mm mag. Unfortunately, I cant weigh in on the Sauer 100 yet because I havent tried it. Thank you. Next. Im sold on the 7mm-08 for hunting but am having a hard time deciding/finding a decent rifle chambered in that caliber. and the weathermark? Another group was slightly more evenly distributed but similar in size. **sorry for posting this comment on another article, but I guess this is the more suitable article for this discussion. And have heard mostly good things on it, so I kinda think it was mostly a caliber issue for that gun. I really have enjoyed watching your YouTube channel and reading some of your articles on backfire! Is it felt more? Thanks! 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. Any suggestions would be appreciated. I have the weather extreme in 25-05 that I purchased for a Pronghorn hunt topped with a Leupold VX6 HD. I think you did a good job in your review of 25 hunting rifles at various price points. MSRP:$609 (about $450 retail). Manse, he actually has a point this time. I am going to buy one last hunting rifle eventually in 7mm or 7 PRC so I am watching CVA XT and Weatherby. 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. Availability might be part of the problem. Is the Sako worth the that premium price though? 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. Ive narrowed it to 3, but just cant quite choose. 12 Best .308 Rifles Reviewed In 2023 - Survival Gear Shack Hello Jim. Just my two cents, but would love to hear an honest review of these rifles. Just how it shot when the time came. Available in: 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win, 277 Sig Fury. Would you please review the a CZ 600 Alpha? You know Beretta will not support either rifle. I believe the momentum rifle could easily stack up against the models outlined in the under $500 category. Looks to me like an Apples to Oranges request. As Im new to the shooting world Im still undecided on a long range target rifle. A very solid four stars here for the Franchi Momentum bolt-action rifle. Now they are North of $400. New for 2021: Franchi Momentum Elite Rifle - YouTube 0:00 / 1:38 New for 2021: Franchi Momentum Elite Rifle NRApubs 129K subscribers Subscribe 148 24K views 1 year ago American Hunter Executive. Its short, compact, lightweight, sinfully accurate with my handloads, feeds 100%, and adjustable so it fits me perfectly. My experience as well Tim! Great review. The Weatherby Vanguard Meateater edition comes with Cerakote, threaded barrel, stiff stock and a pretty decent 2 stage trigger. Hey Jim! 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. 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 like the fact that you backed your reviews with a substantial reason for the review vs nothing to substantiate the review. Review: Franchi Momentum Bolt-Action Rifle - RifleShooter Im familiar with it, but havent done an official review. Some people get a good one, others get a lemon. I just took the first shots with the Winchester XPR in 6.8 Western today. Christensen needs to improve its quality control in my opinion. I looked it up and the barrel profile is exactly the same for bigger calibers. $599.99. You have entered an incorrect email address! Everyone else says so but I figured Id ask. Stock: A carbon version of Bergaras excellent HMR stock. It is still a preferred caliber in Scandinavia for big game. Honestly, you need to review one. The data-driven nature of the content is extremely helpful. Have you had a chance to look over or review the Savage Impulse? Franchi Rifles - EuroOptic.com killed three whitetail with it this past season. I am looking at loading with heavier grain bullets such as the Berger 30 cal 215 Hybrid or Berger 7mm 180 or 195 Grain bullets. Ill keep one in mind next time Im in the market. Its a scaled down, lighter weight Sako TRG action with a Sako barrel and trigger. Thanks so much, you guys are great! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. He has managed multiple gun ranges, and has hunted around the world. Ill use my customized REM 700 in 300 win mag for elk. Why I Picked These Three Rifles Over the Competition. The internal box magazine holds four rounds. People say its the most consistent action, but I only sort of agree. Watch my review here. The stock is not very rigid, the butt pad is too stiff, and the stock geometry is only acceptable. LOL. The Vanguard does come in quite a few cartridges, but retail stores will only give them so many spots on the shelves, and since Weatherby is always pushing its own cartridges, its common to not find the chambering youre looking for without special ordering it. Seller: Ammo And Arms. In the case of the .308 Winchester tested here, its a 22-inch, cold hammer forged barrel with U.S.-standard 5/8-24 threads. Fierce Reaper I just love it so much. . Also, the very aged sporter stock design doesnt lend itself well to shooting long rangeespecially in such a light rifle. Way sub-MOA. The only competitor would be a full custom on the amazing MDT HNT 26 chassis. 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. You sound like the new guy that is 25 and has 150 years experience. Likely sub-half-MOA. I hear a lot of people liking the Seekins Havak, but it just hasnt grabbed me. In fact, I did a whole video showing the limitations of the Ruger American. Know it is not a bolt action rifle, but how does the Henry Long Ranger stack up against these options? It may not display this or other websites correctly. I am really interested in a waypoint. Thanks again and I look forward to future content. 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). Unless you spend 4-5 G on a custom built left handed. Can't see enough difference to make a difference. I thought of the Waypoint myself but I also like the Sako Finnlight II. I would love to hear you critique rifle makers that offer nothing left handed in their main lines. I saw you also mentioned something coming at Shotshow but did not see if you talked about this yet. A fairly vertical pistol grip offers comfortable control from most any shooting position. I owned one in .28 Nosler and it was a very poor choice for that heavy-recoiling of a cartridge. I purchased a 280 AI in a Mark V Weatherby instead. I got it in 6.5 creedmoor for deer hunting. Thanks for such a speedy response. In regards to the CVA and the Bergara, Im looking at getting one or the other in 7mm Mag. Thanks! An innovative modern design with folding buttstock, pistol grip. threaded barrel w/muzzle brake. Its one of the best 3 out of 8 rifles we tested in this price range. Fun to read through this after watching all the vids. Am I wrong in my logic? 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. 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. Thanks. I have purchased about 12 different rifles in the sub-$500 price point over the last 3 years to test out for this review. Or even at a much higher price range. Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.6.1.1 (Release build 20180111) Page Time: 0.097s Queries: 14 (0.037s) Memory: 3.1032 MB (Peak: 3.2586 MB) Zlib disabled. What is your opinion on this gun? Loved this article keep em coming! 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. Backfire LLC owns and operates this website. 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. Great reviews, but nothing on the Browning AB3? Seekins is another I looked into but judging by the lack of representation in reviews I\m not confident in it either. High comb, rigid, modern stock lines. (Momentum 2018 followed by the Momentum Elite 2019). Well yeah man its a larger case. Im looking for a 7mm-08 in a left handed model. You might also consider a more traditional 7 Rem Mag or .30-06. love the mauser style trigger guard/magazine. Will be used for 100-500 yd plinking and occasional deer hunting. Im really interested in the Benelli Lupo, any chance your going to get your hands on one of those? I rarely hear manufacturing quality concerns about Weatherby rifles. As a matter of fact these days it usually sucks. 1. can be top loaded, Like you I love the idea of the cerakote on it and I think a stiffer stock lends itself to shooters well. Any of you guys have any experience with the Burris signature scopes? But honestly these are not deal-breakers (or at least I think so). I recall in a vid you talked about hunting with Mosin Nagans, the Russian 30.06! 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). I reload, so Ive been able to work on the load. Hi, I really enjoy your reviews on YouTube. Problem with the Savage 110 ultralight is the plastic magazine. Unlocking the Momentums bolt took more effort than a typical Remington 700. I\m a big fan of your videos and expertise. The build quality was amazing, and shot sub MOA with factory Norma ammo. Keep them coming! He recommended a wildcat round, 7 mm SAW. I decided to go a different direction by changing out the barrel for a 20 inch Proof. He missed the entire point of the product to rant about what great deals can be had on old guns. Shot yesterday and shot at 200, 300 and 400 yards, 1/2-3/4 MOA. I\m also looking at the Seekins Havak PH2? But 300 WinMag doesnt fit in an AR15 and 6.5 Swede doesnt fit in a short action. The more you talk the clearer it becomes that youve never held much less used a gun. Overall, it seems like a decent gun for the price. This ammo is usually an average accuracy performer for me, but dang did the Franchi shoot it well. I went with the CVA simply for that reason. I agree! I am looking to buy a Savage 110 Timberline in 300 win mag, what is opinion about it ? 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. Full Details. $1,299.00. can you give me your thoughts on I was about to buy a Christenson Arms rifle but you and a few others have commented about the quality. The trouble Im having wracking my brain over is caliber. Doesnt do it when there is no round in the chamber. Spacers are included for length of pull adjustment. have since restocked it with a B&C M40, and will use it for long range targets and steel. Im at a point that I can spend $1500+ for a hunting rifle. 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. Never fired, sold it for 600). What do you think about the CZ 557 line and the new 600s? . It and the Fierce Rogue are tight competitors. Have you reviewed the werkman? Again one star better than average in this category, but it still leaves plenty of room for improvement. Savage, Tikka, Browning, Christensen- all offer LH options and should be commended for it. Did you pick up the Seekins? I am looking into ordering a 20 Super Sniper chambered in .308 and was curious to know if you have had any experience with it? Keep up the good work! Thanks. These are incredible results from a rifle with an MSRP barely over $600! Ill be curious to see them for myself, but Ive heard good things. The Weatherby Vanguard comes in several different editions. Seems like a lot of bang for the buck. Is the quality that good? Im considering a modern Win 70 as well. I really like the trigger feel, but it is a little heavy. Required fields are marked *. I recently purchased a Franchi Momentum 300 win mag w/24 in. 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. A fine rifle like this is perfect for beating to shit while you learn the other basics. Thank you. Along with it is 2-position safety that . 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. Yes, thats five rounds as always. Hey Jim, It doesnt snag or grab clothes but somehow its still plenty soft and grippy. I just bought a Savage Axis II XP in 308 after much research and debate amongst my hunting partners. You are using an out of date browser. Specifications: Franchi Momentum in .308 Caliber: .308 Winchester (available in five other calibers, too) Capacity: 4+1 Barrel Length: 22 inches Twist Rate: 1:11 Overall Length: 42.3 inches Length of Pull: 14 inches (adjustable with spacers) Trigger: 2-4 lbs, adjustable, single stage Weight: 6.6 pounds MSRP: $609 ( about $450 retail) FRANCHI MOMENTUM ELITE True Price: $ 816.99. Havent shot it yet, but well see how it performs. The stock is among the best I have ever used, its reasonably lightweight, excellent on accuracy, and the manufacturing quality is reliable. Love you work and your research is unparalleled. 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. 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? Any information is greatly appreciated. The Momentum loved Armscors 168 grain FMJs, though. 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.

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