I recall in a vid you talked about hunting with Mosin Nagans, the Russian 30.06! You dont want fine wood and blued steel in the rain on a hunt. 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 would like to buy new as its going to be my first rifle so thought with mod . I have been eyeing the ruger go wild.I like the heavier barrel profile. I\m also looking at the Seekins Havak PH2? 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. Are you still doing a full review on that caliber? Im sure a video review by you would certainly help clarify and perhaps sway my views on the Sauer 100s. Well yeah man its a larger case. I was down to the Ultralite or the Savage High Country and went with the High Country because of this. 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. It was made for them as a throw back to the Finbear (now Discontinued) Its chambered in 270. Whats the pros and cons in your opinion? Same as you, I wish the offerings were a bit better. Any thoughts? TOP DEALS View All Deals. 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. Love your reviews. Will be used for 100-500 yd plinking and occasional deer hunting. 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. Good read. Ive been kicking around trying out the 28 Nosler just to pick up a bit more performance at 500+ ranges. I had a question on my first rifle purchase. Which takes of the other half of recoil . I guess Im looking for an under 2K rifle chambered in a 300 win mag. If you want to hunt larger game like elk, then Id recommend getting the same rifle in .30-06 Springfield. I can not find on your website. As an Skandinavian hunter i must say we do have some different taste in rifles, and that is great. Really enjoy your advice and reviews on guns and equipment, I appreciate your opinions. Like I said not sure what you tested it in, but I just wanted to let you know. Thanks. 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. Browning X-Bolt Pro I like the X-Bolt Pro. Price points on the ammo dont put them too far apart when searching on Ammoseek, usually within 5 bucks a box depending upon brand. 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. In case anyone is wondering and didnt click the link, its available in 6.5Creedmore. The build quality was amazing, and shot sub MOA with factory Norma ammo. However, Ill simply leave this anecdote. No doubt, it has s lot to offer. The forend felt fat and a bit chunky, and the detachable mag looks like it could get in the way when carrying, hunting, using rests, etc. It doesnt handle recoil well because of the stock design. The one I tested was in Badlands camo, and is probably the most common edition I see on store shelves. killed three whitetail with it this past season. Launched on the March 2018 cover of Guns & Ammo, the Momentum was actually Franchi's first rifle. Seems like the bergara barrel profile would be better for larger cartridges. A very accurate danish produced rifle. When will you be putting the Seekins HAVAK PH2 through its paces? 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. Went on my first hunt (elk) this October. Saving a penny by not buying grease and oil costs you hundreds of dollars in rust repair. Jim love your channel. I knew an unknown secret that they did not know, its called grease and oil. A friend texted me last week and said he had a $750 budget for a first hunting rifle and asked me what he should buy. What? Both have 3 lug bolts with the lugs integral with the rest of the bolt body 3. Im looking for an elk rifle. It is so fun to shoot and is extremely accurate! Helping the Franchi Momentum turn in great groups well, helping the shooter do his or her part better is a wonderful factory trigger. 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. 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? That\s not a total game changert now there are other choices. Id like to see how the Sauer 100 performs. Jan 18, 2020 #3 C clockworkgator Hi Jim, Really enjoy reading your reviews and opinions! Things happen and every animal is different, but I feel like its my duty to show that respect. To this day when I pull that out for fun it still shoots tight groups. Franchi lists the Momentum's weight at 6.6 pounds, unloaded and unscoped. $699.00. Mr. Harmer, I really appreciate your reviews on the Sig Cross and Waypoint. JavaScript is disabled. **sorry for posting this comment on another article, but I guess this is the more suitable article for this discussion. 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. 3. and three-stage safety. He lives outside of Austin, TX. I enjoy watching your videos but havent found any with this specific manufacture. Purchased an Sig Cross in 6.5 today. Im looking for a 7mm-08 in a left handed model. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. Ive got a lot of autoloader pistol and AR experience, but my only bolt action is an old Mosin Nagant. Franchi, a 150-year-old shotgun manufacturer, clearly felt it was high time an affordable Italian hunting rifle hit U.S. shores. Hello Jim, I am in the market for a new rifle and have really narrowed it down between the Fierce Rival and the Springfield 2020 Waypoint. Why no ones talk about the sakos in the states?? Im not sure why Bergarra and other premium manufacturers dont do this but Im sure theres a reason. The Tikka Superlite 7RM is my dedicated high country rifle, weighing in at 7.1 lbs scoped. Have you reviewed one yet? Great reviews, but nothing on the Browning AB3? I like the action of the Howa better but the Proof barrel on the Savage. Im looking at the Waypoint now. Hi Jim Im trying to click your links to the guns but its not working. 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. Id prefer 7mm-08, but 6.5 is the newest kid on the block. 1 is the Footprint for the Action is proprietary, It is NOT made by Bergara. Tikka T3X Compact Bolt-Action Rifle - Best .308 Lightweight Hunting Rifle. Also, I think the X-Bolt Pro just isnt bringing enough to the table for doubling the price over a regular X-Bolt. Christensen MPR The MPR looks fantastic, but I do feel like its a little bit of lipstick on a pig. It can be tough to watch all the individual reviews of rifles that I do on Youtube and get a sense for where each rifle stacks up on the Jim Scale, so in this post, Ill give it to you straight. Your reviews and articles are very helpful for us folks that dont have a big gun shop within 150 miles! 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. The Tikka T3x has a single-column detachable clip magazine made from a strong fiberglass-reinforced composition. Thank you for your time and consideration of this request. 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. 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. First available in 1936 for Petes sake. 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. 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. Is the Sako worth the that premium price though? Plus all the pros of the above B-14 review. I just took the first shots with the Winchester XPR in 6.8 Western today. The only downsides I have read of it is its screw-on bolt-knob and the fact that you may need a few more tools to disassemble the rifle. The sub-$500 version of the CVA Cascade comes with just blued steel. They are built in the same factory where they produce Mauser and Blaser rifles (all owned by the same company), so I guess quality shouldnt be an issue but unlike Mausers and Blasers, these rifles are far less expensive. Great Content. and . Then I bought an Alaskan 338 Win Mag Laminate in Stainless. They do have a more expensive option for a titanium action that is even lighter, but I feel the titanium actions just arent as smooth in the hand. I appreciate your knowledge and insight. Cries racism when pointed out that is an idiot. The budget rifle video and cartridge wars are among my fav on YouTube for hunting alone. NO, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gun_control_in_Italy, F Franchi, and Baretta and their ilk. They are reviewing new rifles not old ones. You might also consider a more traditional 7 Rem Mag or .30-06. It is very expensive. Going to take the plungedeep. There really isnt much to complain about on a Bergara B-14. I just bought a Savage Axis II XP in 308 after much research and debate amongst my hunting partners. It and the Fierce Rogue are tight competitors. It has become one of my favorite guns. Thank you. Glad that rifle is a shooter. what makes it a Bergara? 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. Remington 700 footprint scope bases, a threaded barrel, and a user-adjustable trigger put the Momentum one star above average here, too. Very impressed. I purchased Savage Axis II XP- 6.5 Creedmore from Cabelas. People say its the most consistent action, but I only sort of agree. My brother and another buddy bought one (223 and 22-250) because mine shot so well and they had similar results. Franchi is known for making high-quality firearms at affordable prices, and the Momentum Elite is the perfect example of this. Actually, I like it a lot. I am over 50 now an i have owned and hunted 21 different rifles, that will be all brands from Rem 700, Browning , tikka, several Blasers and Sakos, Heym and some more. My search is with an elk/mule deer hunt in mind. Seems that they manage to work loose occasionally. More velocity with the heavier bullets which by the way do not work so well in the 6.5 Creedmore. Magazine Comparison: The Browning X-Bolt features a 4 round detachable polymer rotary magazine. My concern is that with your test, the vanguard with a #2 profile barrel threw shot #5 basically everytime. Its hard to find info anywhere on it. Hey there Jim. It is a three lug 60 deg. 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. Hi Jim. The SIG Cross would be a best second choice. Keep up the great work. What are your thoughts on the Remington Model 700 Alpha One? $599.99. Thanks! I am a big Fierce fan. In fact, I did a whole video showing the limitations of the Ruger American. Ive owned a Lupo chambered in 30-06 for several months now. I think a majority of Americans know the old saying you just took a paragraph to explain. I even bought one Mauser with a shot out barrel knowing it was shot out for $240 dollars complete with scope and had a local gunsmith rebarrel it for me and reblue the whole gun and I had only $600 in it. Thank you! Weatherby Mark V Weatherby makes a fantastic rifle. In this price range, manufacturers use very loose tolerances and have very poor quality control, so Im careful what I recommend. Hello I love your videos and your reviews the only comment I have is that the savage 110 ultralite does not have the accustock. Moreover, the firearm boasts an excellent light and smooth trigger. Really enjoy your content! Using Burris Zee rings, I just applied a thin layer of silicone sealant inside the rings and remounted the scope. Is it ever gonna happen or should I just buy a 6.5 prc? Do you have any other recommendations or would you like to sell the Savage? What r your thought for a high end choice up to around the 3k range? 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. Model 70s and tons and tons of various 98 Mauser rifles ranging from converted low cost military guns to commercial Mausers that cost thousands. I am looking to buy a new rifle and Im between the Franchi Momentum Elite and the Weatherby Vanguard MeatEater edition mainly because of availability. In this day and age, there is really no reason to not have a removable magazine that you could top load also. Have you considered the recently released rifles introduced by Franchi? Instead of light gun oil, I wouldwipe gun with a rig rag. Franchi, the well-known maker of fine and affordable shotguns, unveiled an updated bolt gun in its Momentum Elite. Highly recommended. Cannot find the Federal rounds anymore so Shooting the Hornady Precision Hunter 110s now. Hey Jim, big fan of your Youtube channel and I always enjoy watching/reading your content. Available in: 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win, 277 Sig Fury. John did tell me that they are currently working on a fix for the extractor problem. If youre into Italian and youre into affordable, but you still want some Ferrari performance at the Fiat price, Franchis Momentum delivers the goods. I might just know about a new rifle coming in January 2023 that might change your mind, Awesome reviews Jim. The trigger is heavy, but thats true on the Browning XBolts as well. On the flip side, a 60-degree throw is often not always, but usually stiffer, and this was the case here. Manual cover also says- Do not use without reading Manual. Thanks again and I look forward to future content. Non custom rifles are often a hit or miss affair. Thanks so much, you guys are great! I believe the momentum rifle could easily stack up against the models outlined in the under $500 category. I just have to say thank you I really appreciate your unbiased and honest opinions. Push it flush with the inside of the trigger guard, and . They come in the same price bracket as Tikka rifles but from what I have read, unlike the popular T3X rifles, Sauer 100 rifles keep on the good work and excuse my poor englis. Great review. Havent shot it yet, but well see how it performs. 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. You know, turning ammo into noise kind of use. Id pick the CVA Cascade from that group. Optional Features TSA Recoil Pads TSA recoil pads for LOP adjustment. Jim, I think you misspoke about the Ultralite. Jim, A very solid four stars here for the Franchi Momentum bolt-action rifle. or browning. Commissions are earned for links to Brownell's, Amazon, MidwayUSA, GoHunt, OpticsPlanet, Sportsman's Warehouse, and other retailers. 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). 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. Keep up the great work. With a typical retail price of $549, the Franchi Momentum is a lot of Italian hunting rifle for not a lot of cash. The only problem with a Springfield 2020 Waypoint is they dont offer it in enough chamberings. As Im new to the shooting world Im still undecided on a long range target rifle. Today, though, I would buy a Dead Air Nomad or a CGS Hyperion given the choice of anything on the market. The stock and barrel is nothing special unless someone could chime in as to why it is different than all the others plastic stocks? Would like a rifle that print a sub MOA with factory ammo. Its like saying 300 Blackout isnt as effective as 300 WinMag. A lot of older rifles are very superior to these entry level rifles. I got mine during their initial recall for $199. With attitude like that, you will only buy domestic products and if leftists have their way, none. Its short, compact, lightweight, sinfully accurate with my handloads, feeds 100%, and adjustable so it fits me perfectly. Jim love the reviews and the Channel. So if you are shooting 300 win mag, will it throw inaccurate shots on the 3rd shot (or even the 2nd)? Bergara is intriguing, but I cant understand why its heavier. I would like something under 6# for $2000 or less with a carbon wrapped barrel. Overall Length: 42.3 inches I have not seen a semi-auto in 6.5 PRC, should I wait? Is the bergara name worth it? Is it felt more? Franchi Momentum All-Terrain Elite .223 Rem 18" 1:8" Bbl TrueTimber Strata/Midnight Bronze 10+1 Rifle 41751. Ive got a line on a used Seekins Havak Element in 6.5 PRC.
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