It feels almost as rigid as concrete, and thats a good thing. Watch my review here. 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. With plain Jane 55 grain hornady soft points and max listed load of H4895, it shoots 1/4 to 3/8 at 100 yards if I lay off the coffee. Interesting comparison. Love the guns review vid on ones under $500 and everything else! I just purchased a Rival this week. 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. $1,049.00. Springfield 2020 Waypoint with a steel barrel, Click here to jump to the section on rifles under $500, Click here to jump to the section on rifles under $850, Click here to jump to the section on rifles under $1,600, Click here to jump to the section on premium rifles, a whole video showing the limitations of the Ruger American, ordering that rifle with a Vortex Crossfire II scope on it, Watch my full review of the Springfield 2020 Waypoint, Guaranteed accuracy of 3/4 MOA. Ill keep one in mind next time Im in the market. Moving back-to-front, things start out with a cushy rubber recoil pad. Those that do could at least be highlighted. Leave the modern made junk guns to the young and inexperienced people which results in the good stuff out there being more plentiful for us old foxes that know what a quality gun is and what a reliable one is. Great Content. There is a nice Bavarian Sako but theres isnt much data on accuracy on the range with a scope. What do you think of the Bergara B14 HMR? No doubt, it has s lot to offer. Actually, I like it a lot. Franchi Rifles - EuroOptic.com Just curious, have you had a chance to review the Benelli Lupo. i would like to buy new as its going to be my first rifle so thought with mod . Just hasnt been available. With them being two different price points, Id be interested in your thoughts on spending the extra amount on the waypoint. My two next rifles will be a Weatherby Mark V and a Sako 85. If youre going to buy a Ruger American, know there are dozens of different configurations available. The Momentum loved Armscors 168 grain FMJs, though. 1. can be top loaded, Both have NO bolt lock when on safety. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Twist Rate: 1:11 Thanks so much, you guys are great! I am looking to spend around $1200, and I am between the Savage ultralite and the Howa carbon kratos. I was down to the Ultralite or the Savage High Country and went with the High Country because of this. 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. Made in Italy? 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. Thanks for the content you put out! Great choice in a gun. But honestly these are not deal-breakers (or at least I think so). 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. I would also love a video on the Winchester model 70 extreme weather! I own one in a 30-06, with 3 safes full of guns, it is my favourite. 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. Keep up the great work. Watch my review here. Ruger precision is really heavy for hunting, but a cool rifle. Hardware: Franchi Momentum Elite Varmint | An Official Journal Of The NRA Most of the great rifles youve taken time to make us salivate for do not make left handed models. The Tikka T3x has a single-column detachable clip magazine made from a strong fiberglass-reinforced composition. I am from Canada- and watching your channel for quite a time. 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 got mine during their initial recall for $199. The Weatherby Vanguard comes in several different editions. Hey jim i was wondering if you have done a review on the savage impulse i found some videos on it but not many that really go indepth on the build quality or how well or not well the action works. I was pretty confident in the 110 Ultralight that I found locally for a hair under $1000 but your updates here are making me rethink that. 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. Jim, after watching the review of your Rival I wanted you to know I had the same problems with mine. Keep up the great work. Trying to decide which roughly $1k or less rifle to get has been no easy task, and I still dont feel that Im close to deciding. Keep them coming! As i get older i am now back to 6,555 and 8x57IS and 308win when it come to calibers but that is more related to the hunting i do than the rifles .Love your tube videos and the fact that you have your own opinions an are not afraid to tell everyone about them. One-Piece Picatinny Rail Quick and easy optics mounting. I want to buy a new rifle in 30-06. I would love those see a review of the Benelli Lupo.Ive been shooting mine for little while now and I have to say it is a very accurate hunting rifle with a great ability to conform to just about anybody.Hope to see a review in the near future.Da Butcher. love the mauser style trigger guard/magazine. Thanks. A shiny one. Have you considered the recently released rifles introduced by Franchi? I purchased Savage Axis II XP- 6.5 Creedmore from Cabelas. and We have a complete post on the best rifles under $400 right here. I was very impressed at the response I got from John and can tell you Fierce is a company that stands behind their products. 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. Accurate, lightweight, and comfortable with a great trigger, its a solid choice to fill your freezer this season. 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 cant say I love the idea of a polymer sling mount with a relatively thin wall to it, but its definitely more out-of-the-way than a protruding stud. I like the straight comb with minimal drop and I found the cheek weld comfortable. There are so many other options to consider, but hopefully, that gives you a solid starting place if youre looking for a premium hunting rifle. We hunt in northern Utah. Not much going on here, really, but its simple and it works. One issue that has come up with all three of their guns is having to check and tighten the front and rear action assembly screws. Sorry youtube is being such a pain in the ass to you as well. Would love to hear your review and/or thoughts on military surplus and/or rifles you and friends first started on. Its the classic , its The One , its stood the test of time , its been around longer than the rest and will still be here long after these other rifles have fallen out of fashion. Fun to read through this after watching all the vids. My initial impression is that it is a pretty standard budget bolt gun. I like the Bergara B-14 ridge. 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. Price points on the ammo dont put them too far apart when searching on Ammoseek, usually within 5 bucks a box depending upon brand. The Franchi Momentum Elite Bolt-Action Rifle also has a 1-piece 1913 Picatinny rail that permits flexible accommodation of various aftermarket optics. One thing I always know I need in any rifle, hunting or range, is accuracy. You must log in or register to reply here. The barrel is cold hammer forged with rifling like the Sako (Tikka). 12 Best .308 Rifles Reviewed In 2023 - Survival Gear Shack I'll stick with my Tikkas, they make me happy! 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. 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. I have been looking at the Browning BAR for years, its a great gun, but I would really like to have an AR format. Action is very heavy and clunky. Curious to hear your thoughts/experience with it. I was considering the Sig Cross, but the safe selector issue concerns me. I like the reviews on the CVA but the Bergara is hard to beat, the Terrain Wilderness is the one Im leaning towards. There are a few really nice ergonomic details that Franchi has implemented on their stocks. Obscenely lightweight. My concern is that with your test, the vanguard with a #2 profile barrel threw shot #5 basically everytime. Going to take the plungedeep. I know they are two different price points, but Id love to see a side by side comparison between the 2020 Waypoint and the Savage 110 Ultra Lite. Ill be using it in the Southern Rockies for context. Hey there Jim. They look standard, dont include fluting on the (rather beefy) bolt or the (rather beefy) barrel, the action and barrel are just blued, the trigger is fine but not outstanding, the action is quite smooth but not as smooth as a Tikka. Or even at a much higher price range. Torn between CVA cascade or bergara b14 ridge in 7mm-08. 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. I am really interested in a waypoint. Model 70s and tons and tons of various 98 Mauser rifles ranging from converted low cost military guns to commercial Mausers that cost thousands. Theres something cool coming. 5. 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. I have the 2020 waypoint. I\ve been looking at a lot of your reviews and videos and am wondering if 7mm rem mag might be the best option for a cartridge. Thank you for your time and consideration of this request. Franchi is known for making high-quality firearms at affordable prices, and the Momentum Elite is the perfect example of this. The stock feels really cheesy. 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. Will be used mostly for white tail and hogs in Texas. Really enjoy your channel and dialogue on your reviews. I really like the sig cross but I cant decide between 308 or 6.5 Creedmoor, or if I should instead go for a different rifle with chamberings more suitable for my kind of hunting and if so what chamberings and rifles would you suggest. He has managed multiple gun ranges, and has hunted around the world. Keep up the good work of educating shooters in a neutral way. There really isnt much to complain about on a Bergara B-14. Your reviews and articles are very helpful for us folks that dont have a big gun shop within 150 miles! Id love to hear if the model 70 is still relevant. 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. I havent tried the Rage yet, but I have used that same action and stock in different configurations. Looking at a Seekins Havak in 300 PRC. 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. Jim Harmer is a host of the Backfire Youtube channel. Watch my full review of the Springfield 2020 Waypoint. Ive been pouring over your channels videos, and a lot of Ron Spomers content (as well as a few others for the past months). Since Bergara use a Rem 700 barrel (action and trigger too?) Combing the interwebs just now I see other reviews reporting groups from 0.40 to 2 MOA depending on caliber and ammunition brand/load. Jan 18, 2020 #3 C clockworkgator Very impressed. What ammo are you shooting in your cross? But its a great all around gun out to 450 when most hunters can only shoot 250, if that. I would love to see you review a Lithgow la102 from Australia. 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. Ive tried a lot of others, including Hornady PH (178gr I think) and Hornady Match 168 gr, and they are lucky to shoot 4 inch group with huge point of impact change. If you just go in the store, they almost never seem to have any good chambering options. The reasonwhen Im going to kill an animal, I want to kill it stone deadone well-placed shot. 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. May 7, 2018. Yeah, the Reaper is pretty awesome. Myself being a lefty, I have been on the hunt for a good rifle for midwest deer and western hunting in 6.5 PRC. So I do still think they have some QC issues to deal with. Would this interest you? Having said that, in this price range, a lot of the decision is matching the rifle to your unique circumstances and preferences. 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. Now I want another one and to get in to some long range and MAYBE some hunting. And all the great work you do! Caliber: .308 Winchester (available in five other calibers, too) Moreover, the firearm boasts an excellent light and smooth trigger. Im looking at my first hunter and precision rifle that I can take to the range once a month and go on 2 or 3 hunting trips per year (pig/deer) mostly in California or surrounding states. keep on the good work and excuse my poor englis. I dont want it to feel pain or the anxiety of dying slowly. Boy, so many good 7 mags. A very solid four stars here for the Franchi Momentum bolt-action rifle. enything under 2k. I would like something under 6# for $2000 or less with a carbon wrapped barrel. Simply depress the rear of it while sliding the bolt out the back of the receiver. some of us realize we would be charged a certain premium. I havent seen you review any CZ rifle, any cause un particular? Any tips on bullet weight and powder brand? Trigger: 2-4 lbs, adjustable, single stage P.S. Newer is not always better. I own the X-Bolt in 7mm Magnum and it is fantastic. Fancy for an affordable rifle, the Franchi Momentum sports a one-piece, fluted bolt. What do you think about the CZ 557 line and the new 600s? 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. The build quality was amazing, and shot sub MOA with factory Norma ammo. Agreed on the MarkV. My mossberg patriot shoots like a custom rifle. Hey Jim! I want your opinion on there trigger system. The Momentum is Franchi's hunting rifle, introduced by the Italian firm in 2018. All things equal What do you think of the weight of the gun compared to some of these lightweight carbon stocks? More velocity with the heavier bullets which by the way do not work so well in the 6.5 Creedmore. Hey Jim, Hey Jim, love your reviews and videos, just wondering when we might start seeing 7mm PRC rifles becoming more available in stores?
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