The Best Precision Rifles: Top 7 Budget to Premium

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The Best Precision Rifles: Top 7 Budget to Premium
Choosing the right precision rifle isn't easy.
and choosing the best precision rifle for yo is even harder
In this video I will make it a bit easier for you,
from all the rifles I have personally reviewed I have selected the top contenders at graduating price points to give you an idea of what you should buy at what price.
these rifle were selected for a few reasons: accuracy, ergonomics, modularity suitability as a PRS rifle and all were reviewed in 6.5 Creedmoor
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The most affordable Budget precision rifle .... (please Savage bring back the HB version!)
Savage Axis II XP Review: Possibly one of the best budget bolt actions:
• Savage Axis II XP Revi...
Savage 110 Tactical: Best Budget Precision Rifle
• Savage 110 Tactical: B...
Savage axis 2 precision Review:
• Savage Axis 2 Precisio...
Bergara B14 HMR Review
• Bergara B14 HMR 6.5 cr...
Ruger Precision Rifle Review: 6.5 Creedmoor
• Ruger Precision Rifle ...
TIKKA UPR: 6.5 Creedmoor review
• TIKKA UPR: 6.5 Creedmo...
Pristine Action, JC Custom Barrel: Fully Canadian Fully Custom
• Pristine Action, JC Cu...
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@endernumberone Жыл бұрын

“6.5 should have a 6.5 muzzle brake”. I don’t think you’d know the difference. I have argued this for years with people. Finally Ultimate Reloader did a full video showing that there is very little difference for muzzle brakes with over sized bores. They were very surprised. Great video. You should check it out.

@dtconnelly 11 ай бұрын

Good on you for mentioning used rifles. I picked up a Savage 110FCP at an outstanding price and it’s been a great rifle as I’ve been learning.

@mattnaylor145 11 ай бұрын

Still a great pump gun even though it is mostly plastic, kzfaq.infoUgkxh4su9YgU1tWmjikirWcKJbjsFLEU62Bc but with care it will last a long time. It would be neat if Crosman would make a commemorative version of this with real wood stock, but of course it would weigh more and cost more, but hey, it would be cool. The included scope is more of a toy, but it does work for backyard plinking. I prefer to use pellets for greater accuracy, but BBs are just as good for plinking. This is not a Red Ryder folks; fully pumped it is 3 times the power of a Red Ryder and can be dangerous if not handled properly. Be safe out there.

@theindooroutdoorsman Жыл бұрын

You can get a Howa 1500 and an MDT Oryx for under $900. You can get a solid optic for $400. So for about $1,300 you're in the game and able to shoot accurately at long range. Or you can get a short action 1500 with the Hera H7 chassis for under $750.

@user-yc1bf5ge1w Жыл бұрын

I loooooove my Bergara B-14 HMR! Extremely accurate! I put a nice Vortex scope on it and it shoots like a dream. Except: as an ex-military sniper and an active bear hunter I am using 300 Win Mag. And I just LOVE IT!!!!!!

@Spanishfutbol2010 Ай бұрын

Running that exact same rifle in 300 win (lefty) but I’m running Arken EP5.

@DamageLLC Жыл бұрын

Mine is the Ruger Precision 308 and I will never get rid of it. Amazing rifle and that’s why it has “precision” in the name. Love it!

@lobo-uh2tb 10 ай бұрын

Dont they go for like 2500 dollars now

@DamageLLC 10 ай бұрын

@@lobo-uh2tb I don’t know what they’re going for today, but I bought mine in July of 2021 in Long Island, NY and I paid $1400 roughly. It’s the toys you add to it that will get ya! 😬

@lobo-uh2tb 10 ай бұрын

@@DamageLLC damn that was i realy nice price you got for yours 👍. i realy wanted one but at the price they are now its just to much

@robrod2782 3 ай бұрын

I paid 1600 for mine 1 week ago

@12Deathcon Жыл бұрын

Your comment on second hand arms is bang on. I bought my first GenII RPR for ~$1200 AUD when the Gen3 had just been released I put the savings into a better scope and reloading set and could not be happier. I own a few of the Tikka T3X and could not agree more on how butter silk the actions are, even without the coating on the bolt. Biggest down side is the magazines for them. My first upgrade to any is a replacement bottom metal to accept the AICS mags

@davidmercer1246 Жыл бұрын

The Tikka T3X CTR right out of the box is hands down the best rifle for the price.

@demolitiondan1188 Жыл бұрын

I love my Tikka’s too! My T1X tactical shoots like a dream….👍🏻👍🏻

@hankhill3417 Жыл бұрын

No. Howa 1500

@nickschaps4022 Жыл бұрын

@@hankhill3417 not even close to comparable to a Tikka, Howa triggers are garbage in comparison.

@dvskane1808 Жыл бұрын

@@nickschaps4022 I’m not sure on that one, I have a tikka veil in .308 and a howa 1500 in 30-06 with a 2 stage trigger. After that first stage of take up, the howa breaks oh so good. I know mine has the HACT trigger. Maybe that’s the difference? 🤷‍♂️ I prefer that trigger over the Tikka. And having shot the savage 110 tactical, I much prefer the Howa 2 stage over the accutrigger. If you wanna talk triggers…both my CVA cascades at $600 have a much better trigger than my $1200 Tikka. I’m happy with the Tikka, but trigger wise, the cascades beet the Tikka.

@petter5721 Жыл бұрын

Yes👍🏻 I hade minne for years and it is my best hunting rifle!

@DimitrosSJ Жыл бұрын

Glad You mentioned B14 HMR in 6.5cm. It rocks for the price!

@gabesailer1171 Жыл бұрын

I just finished my first prs build last week. Didn’t want to go all out since I’m new to the sport, but I’ve got a Tikka T3X lite in 223 Rem, set in a MDT XRS chassis with a vortex venom on top. I also just put together a nice reloading set with all the special tools to dial in a solid load. All that’s left now is to learn to shoot better, and figure out how to use all the fancy tools I bought. Wish me luck!

@santicristyn2328 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely Welcome to shooting community

@shaunosby5093 Жыл бұрын

Good luck to you!

@cortilach Жыл бұрын

Nice one mate, I'm building a very similar setup. Started off as a Tikka roughtec lite in 223, MDT elite muzzle brake (can't recommend that enough) Leopold mark 5HD optic. Lightened trigger spring. MDT ckye pod bipod. Just waiting on my MDT HNT26 stock to complete the build. First custom load tests produced amazing groups shooting prone. Smallest group was less than a 1/4MOA at 100m. Largest was a 1/2MOA. It's a great calibre I reckon. Can't wait to try my hand at some competition shooting. Good luck with yours!

@gabesailer1171 Жыл бұрын

@@cortilach unfortunately my muzzle isn’t threaded, or I’d definitely give it a look. Maybe if I replace the barrel in the future… Ckye pod is a little out of my budget, but I have been looking into the grnd pod. There aren’t very many reviews out there though, so it makes the decision between that and an atlas just that much harder.

@cortilach Жыл бұрын

@@gabesailer1171I hear you, ckye pod is stupid expensive, but kinda worth it. Heaps better than the old Harris bipod I was running. But from what I've heard, the grnd pod is an excellent option. All the MDT gear is good.

@monsterk7603 Жыл бұрын

After watching a bunch of your videos over and over again, I bought a Bergara B-14 Wilderness HMR in 6.5 Creedmoor. I've only shot it twice and I'm already getting 1/2 moa groups regularly when I do my part. Great rifle. Great videos. 👍

@brandonhonea4207 Жыл бұрын

That’s what I just bought today! Can’t wait to shoot it! What scope did you put on it?

@hondas562 Жыл бұрын

i have it in 300 prc and its the best shooting factory rifle i own.

@timothygarrity5181 Жыл бұрын

Bergara and tikka are pretty much the same accuracy.

@monsterk7603 Жыл бұрын

@@brandonhonea4207 US Optics 5-25. Congrats!

@forkthepork Жыл бұрын

Man I wish they made that rifle in .223

@russhayes4882 9 ай бұрын

Now that was a great video ! Very informative

@TwoGoatsRacing Жыл бұрын

I hunt with my Ruger American with Vortex II scope. It will shoot 1/2 MOA at 100-150 yards all day. For longer ranges I use my HMR Pro in 6.5cm. I use the Sig BDX system and love it!

@Sparks00psn 4 ай бұрын

Which vortex?

@MamacrackerJ Жыл бұрын

Thanks for putting this together

@LPM84. Жыл бұрын

I liked the HMR but wanted a full chassis rifle so i ended up going with the B14 B.M.P in 6.5. 1/8 twist, 24" barrel, and weight of 12lbs. Found it new 3 years ago just under $1000.00 u.s. topped it off with a vortex viper PST GEN II FFP 5X25X50 for another $800.00. So far I've been really happy with it.

@LosDoyerss 3 ай бұрын

I’m also running a Bergara BMP in 6.5 CM. For under 2 grand it’s easily the best rifle.

@streetkombativesystem4704 Жыл бұрын

Howa 1500 308, outstandingly accurate rifle with amazing trigger, easily hit 800yrd + targets, although the cat is out of the bag now and they are going up in price, got mine for just over $500 with 20 inch heavy barrel.

@garyyakamoto2648 9 сағат бұрын

You are 100% correct on Savage 110 @5:35 Mine refused to reject or fire after 10-15 shots. I had to return it, and went with Tikka. Never regretted it, even though Savage 110 could have been a bit more accurate.

@Jeremy-dd2jj Жыл бұрын

Did all my training as a sniper, on the m24. Which is a Remington 700 in 308. So I'm biased as hell when it comes to all these new calibers. But my pick for the best long range rifle is the FN spr A1. Good vid guys

@a.joegevara3519 Жыл бұрын

Just ordered another Howa 1500, my 4th. Went with the 16" heavy barrel in 6.5 creedmoor. I already had a B&C stock, Atlas BM, Vortex scope. I'll have just north of a grand all in!

@tomrhadigan3085 Жыл бұрын

Just the video I needed. In the market for one right now.

@EpikArms Жыл бұрын

glad i could help!

@patthis Жыл бұрын

Thats a sweet collection you have...or had. Thanks for the video

@bigjimmy6690 5 ай бұрын

I have two of the rifles you reviewed. A Savage Axis II Precision in 6.5 Creedmore and a Bergara B14 HMR in 308. The Bergara shoots as good as my five thousand dollar ground-up custom-built rifle. I get consistent 0.3-inch groups with Sierra Palma Match 155s and Barnes 130-grain TTSXs. It doe I did replace the trigger with a Trigger Tech because the factory trigger was a little creepy. The Savage shoots great, and the first load I came up with using 140-grain ELDMs shoots just about 0.7-inch groups. I found the trigger very nice and have no plans to change it out. I disagree with buying used rifles because you never know why they were sold. I know I personally sell any rifle I can't get to shoot to my standards with a reasonable effort. I know others do the same. It's always somewhat of a roll of the dice with a mass-produced off-the-shelf rifle as far as accuracy goes. Sometimes you get lucky sometimes you don't.

@langleyj8199 Жыл бұрын

Good review. On budget end Ruger American Predator is my choice. Heavier barrel and threaded.

@DaVinci0963 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! This video helped my research.

@pewpewpro3309 11 ай бұрын

I run a B-14 Wilderness Ridge and the bolt does have a little catch at the top of the throw but dry fire training makes that easy. You can’t break a bolt from running it too hard so run that Bad Larry.

@raymondoreilly7569 Жыл бұрын

Hello from Ireland, Had the Tac A1 for 6 years in 308, best rifle I ever had. Cost €2250. I now use a Sako trg. The difference is, it will shoot any ammo. The Bergara HMR is fantastic, but heavy if your running around. Retail for around €1800. It's 22lr trainer is a fantastic set-up. Great video

@saloneju 6 ай бұрын

What's your take on the TAC A1 vs TRG? I'm deciding my next rifle between the two.

@raymondoreilly7569 6 ай бұрын

@saloneju , well first of all, it's a lot cheaper than trg. But the tack A1 only likes certain ammo. I have yet to complain about Sako when it comes to ammo. The only problem with this, is we can't reload in Ireland

@saloneju 6 ай бұрын

@raymondoreilly7569 Thanks for the reply. Used TRGs pop up somewhat regularly here in Finland, and their price (even in good condition) can even be lower than that of a new TAC A1. I haven't got to reloading either.

@scottykelk6682 5 ай бұрын

I liked my Tac A-1 in 223 so much I bought one in 308. I liked the 308 so much I bought my wife one in 6.5 Creedmoor. We love our Tikkas. I also have T3 Tacticals in 308 and 223. Each of these are very accurate. I reload using Lapua brass. I also found they shoot Federal Premium cartridges very well for store bought. I’m very pleased with Tikka.

@MJW66 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your work on this. Helpful

@EpikArms Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@HTownIron832 Жыл бұрын

I got a ruger American and dropped it in MDT XRS. .308 22” barrel and a Arken sight and I had touching bullet holes at 100 yds. Love that gun

@lasergames1798 8 ай бұрын

How do you like the Arken? Which did you get and how is the low light performance?

@malinkifox2011 4 ай бұрын

I think Ruger American ii is the new budget king side by side with CVA cascade. And if you can pay a bit more then next stop is tikka t3x light. I’ve done a toooooon of research

@J1I9M7M4Y Жыл бұрын

Very good video with nice information. Thank you for this!! Have you tried the Howa 1500?

@mostachiocam1598 Жыл бұрын

B14 is the way to go since it’s a 700 clone you can set it up however you want. Perfect starting place

@michelburgess4246 Жыл бұрын

I have a .260 Rem Magpul with heavy barrel that was clearance brand new $899. It is a tack driver. Replaced x-mark pro trigger (which wasn't bad but couldn't get below 3#) with Timney. It is nicer than savage and better action. Only have taken it to 300 yds but it it is sub moa easily. My favorite gun I own with Vortex diamondback tactical scope. If I put better glass I'm sure it could ring steel to 1000 easily. Where I live we don't have much long range shooting ranges.

@markhudson2475 Жыл бұрын

As a .308 Savage 110 Tactical owner, I could not be happier for the price point and phenomenal accuracy. This is in comparison to some custom and much improved rifles I own and shoot. The 110 is topped with a Vortex Strike Eagle in Mrad. The gun has exceeded my expectations, which were admittedly low, on every use out to 800 yds thus far.

@forkthepork Жыл бұрын

Not trying to start an argument here, but if you own custom long range rifles, why did you buy the 110? Was it in a different, cheaper caliber? I'm fairly new to LRPS and looking at different platforms/brands, so I'm curious why you'd go backwards in budget.

@steveh5307 Жыл бұрын

I have one as well in 308 and I got the long barrel version (24" instead of 20"). I wanted a "sniper rifle" to add to my collection but didn't wanna spend a lot of money. Researched it and it's all the reasons stated in the video. I don't have to bed it. I can adjust comb and LOP and don't need to get another stock. It already has 20 MOA rail. It's already threaded. It has a trigger that doesn't need to be upgraded. It's basically already ready to go package. Extremely economical. And it's definitely sub-MOA. Not sub-0.5 MOA but it's plenty accurate for all but competition shooting. I don't like the grip angle and bottom of the stock. I wish the bottom was flat instead of angled. The sling point digs into my hand when I support the stock.

@cordelainsmith8746 Жыл бұрын

@@steveh5307 savage axis .270win 3-9x40mm bushnell scope a Ordinary rifle But a sniper in my hands. Its not the gun its the person using it. See a sniper rifle is any rifle in the hands of a sniper thats the only time a rifle becomes a snipers rifle other then that its just a regular rifle. And you can't call your self a sniper till your taught by one to be one. I shoot sub 1/8"moa or better 🤔 id hit a dime at 400yrds in the dark. I'd put 5 rounds through one hole

@ryanlewis5072 Жыл бұрын

@@cordelainsmith8746man you’re so coooooool 😂

@markhudson2475 Жыл бұрын

@@forkthepork Utilitarian reasons. The gun was 10x cheaper, the scope 1/4 the cost, it shoots .25 moa wider than the high dollar guns in the practical ranges I can actually deploy such a rifle for real world use. I carry and shoot this gun much more than the custom. While not capable of the same accuracy, it’s accurate enough. How many car collectors drive their most prized/expensive auto to work every day?

@thatoneguy454c Жыл бұрын

Savage makes a 110 with a McMillan style stock that is around 1000-1100 depending on where you get it. I have one in 300 winchester magnum and I love it. Light enough to pack around and heavy enough that it doesn't beat the crap out of you with recoil.

@gutstompenrocker 5 ай бұрын

I built a Savage 110 quite a few years back. It was in .270 and I was into handloading at the time. I started at 4/5 maximum load and the shot groups were pretty erratic. I started going down on the powder loads and watched the groups get tighter every time till finally they were all going thru the same hole. I can't say enough about the 110 if you are on a budget. With 6 kids, I know I was.

@jamesglenn520 Жыл бұрын

I have an RPR Gen2 308 $800.00 new I topped it with a Riton 6-24×50Ri scope and it is very accurate and pleasant to shoot 👍

@lloydsims1573 Жыл бұрын

I was shopping for a .308 deer rifle but the big box store was "sold out", but I found a used Howa 1500 in .243 Win. that had a Hough overmolded stock and came with a 6-20 scope for 450 bucks (deer joke). After tweaking the zero and getting a feel for the gun, I repeatedly shot 100 yd. 3/4 in. groups, with an occasional flyer.Most accurate rifle I've ever had or shot.

@Drgunzo616 Жыл бұрын

I'd choose a Howa any day. I have one in .308. 243 is a better round for what I like to hunt but 308 is cheaper to shoot. Sad Howa isn't on this list because they are incredible for the price.

@drewberrynews3875 Жыл бұрын

for those who want a good mid tier option the bergara hmr pro in 6mm is fantastic. for around $1600USD this is a great choice and has an upgraded bolt over the b-14 which makes the action super smooth. The tika x3 is also a great choice for budget

@dvskane1808 Жыл бұрын

Bergara crest, best of both worlds, Bergara’s are always shooters, but heavy. HMR is great, but heavy. The crest in my opinion is a good option. Around the same price.

@OhshitPositive 11 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, that was discontinued a while back. But I agree. If you can get your hands on one, it's an insanely good rig.

@samhouston5217 8 ай бұрын

Christiansen is a good mid level as well.

@OhshitPositive 8 ай бұрын

@@samhouston5217 Not really. Christiansen puts out some of the absolute worst rifles in the industry. I've never seen a rifle shoot 4" groups at 50 yards until I saw a Christiansen do it. Their QC is horrific and so is their customer service.

@samhouston5217 8 ай бұрын

My Mesa 338 Lapua is 1 MOA at 100yds so I'm happy with mine for sure. I can't speak to anything else other than my own experience on that. @@OhshitPositive

@chrisp.5272 Жыл бұрын

I’d say if you’re really on a budget and want something accurate the old Marlin X7’s are worth your time, just bed the stock, thread the muzzle, and you’re in the game. Savages are great, especially for a budget precision rifle, the OG Accu-Trigger was awesome. Bergara B-14’s are the best in the mid-range class, while Tikka T3’s and the Mauser M18 seems comparable. I had a M99A1 and that was the most expensive rifle I’ve experienced. Bergara’s are where it’s at.

@223dmr7 Жыл бұрын

Wow I'm not Canadian but that last one you showed with the flag was awesome

@JohnPatrick-mylifecademy 8 ай бұрын

Used...love 'em. I got a Rem 700 Police in .308 with a Leupold 3.5x10 that I sold off for a nice chunk. Harris Bipod and a Pelican case for six bills.

@johnpoole8321 Жыл бұрын

Super smooth action as it don't open up @ 6:49 lol. The First Tikka action looked sweet though as well as the scope you had on it at the bench.

@chriswest6090 Жыл бұрын

My Savage 110BA in 338 LM was bought for $1900 at a time where the big name stores were charging $2100-$2400 .It was from the original pre-order that forced stores to buy at least 1unit of all 3 calibers it came in , nobody local to this small rural shop wanted to spend the cost of ammo for 338lm so this rifle was discounted to clear so their money wasn't tied up sitting on the wall for eternity The longer 26 " with the 1in 9 twist that only came in this caliber barrel makes this a tack hammer at conventional ranges and has been 1200m regularly using Kool aid filled water bottles . The brass clearing issue is easily remedied by any competent gunsmith for minimal charge and in my case only the Hornaday brass was sticky , the cheapo S&B and the Remington rounds that I tried had zero issues other than the S&B being kinda dirty and requiring a quick cleaning after every 10 or 15 rounds .

@chrisfournier6144 4 ай бұрын

A lot of folks dis Savage. I have a .22 and an FCP McMillan in .308. Both are great rifles and don’t get the respect that they deserve. Great value! And yes the Tikka TAC A1 is spectacular!

@Mr1MOA 9 ай бұрын

I had 2 other bolt action rifles before I picked up my first Bergara B14 HMR. Hands down the best bolt action rifle I’ve ever shot, and for less than $1K. I can use it for precision long range shooting or hunting. It is a bit heavy, but I’m not an avid hunter that’s going to hike out miles with it. If I was an avid hunter, I’d lean towards the TIKA T3.

@zacharyhall6404 9 ай бұрын

I'm currently in the process buying a bergara b14 hmr with a vortex venom 5-25, cadex muzzle break and a bipod for 1900$. Getting a great deal for this one from a previous owner.

@Arkmor Жыл бұрын

I got the savage axis 2 heavy barrel used the only thing I changed on it was I put a loup scope on it because it had an off-brand Chinese scope on it. Love the 700 Rem Mag but am hoping to upgrade to something with a little more range

@dawnfallon6812 2 ай бұрын

I fell in love with the RPR when they first released. I had a chance to shoot one of the 1st Gens, and I couldn't stop smiling. But that price was outside of my budget. So, I worked a service job part time and saved my tips. It took me 2 years, but the day finally came. The owner of the gun store gave my baby to me for $1000 and even bent over backward to find my desired scope and rings. She is my pride and joy.

@elkhuntr2816 Жыл бұрын

Chambering can make a significant difference in accuracy. The new 6.5 creedmoor and all the PRC cartridges are specified with tighter chamber tolerances compared to the old 7mm rem mag for example. You are basically getting a match grade chamber. On average the 6.5 creedmoor will be more accurate in factory rifles using factory ammo.

@EpikArms Жыл бұрын

Interesting, I had no idea

@m4rvinmartian Жыл бұрын

Do you have any docs to back that up. Not that I don't want to take the word of a random person on the internet before I spread info like this.

@BBouncer Жыл бұрын

Nope...same chambers as anything else.

@michaelshuey1614 Жыл бұрын

Tighter chambers in regard to SAAMI spec AND ALL THINGS BEING EQUAL, will shoot SAAMI spec FACTORY ammo more consistently as long as the factory ammo isn’t too long while still meeting the spec tolerance window. The reamers for the 6.5 C are not all the same either. Early on there were variances and those variant reamers are still floating around. The new Hornady offerings ( 6.5C, 6.5 PRC, etc) do not have a tighter SAAMI tolerance. SAAMI tolerance is the same as any other chambering. Go to SAAMI website and look it up yourself. Custom, tighter chambers with turned necks and etc can, may, might, offer better consistency when going after lower velocity S.D.’s, ALL THINGS BEING EQUAL, but that ain’t the holy grail in precision. The holy grail starts with an amazing barrel and a balance of everything else as required. Yes, I meant to repeat myself.

@danielboggan2479 Жыл бұрын

@@m4rvinmartian Hornady, the company who released all the PRC cartridges and the the creedmoors has made this info public and they talk about it in their podcast

@dodgemanbunch11 Жыл бұрын

The ruger american ranch bolt action rifles are amazing!

@StangLX351 Жыл бұрын

I’ve always wanted a Tikka, and have had to own Savage 110’s because that’s my budget. The savage is a phenomenal rifle for the money. But after shooting a friends Bergara that will be the rifle I buy this year. Maybe Tikka will find it’s way into my safe someday.

@nickschaps4022 Жыл бұрын

You can get a T3X for about $800, it will shoot lights out even with a sportster barrel. Upgrade the barrel and stock when you have the $$$.

@r1pbuck Жыл бұрын

I haven't shot my Bergara HMR a lot, but now that I got a good scope for it [Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25/56] for Christmas, there will be no stopping me [except for ammo prices, maybe]. One reason to prefer the Bergara is it's use of AICS magzines. I have several that I use in my Ruger Scout. It may not be a prime consideration in terms of accuracy or overall quality, but it's a consideration none the less.

@michaelficarro2591 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelhill6451 Saying one brand is more accurate than another is simply not true, also if you're going to shoot in matches AICS mags are the way to go, they are relatively cheap,available, and several companies make them. Rifle companies that make proprietary mags in Precision rifles are just trying to screw you. If I toss one of my mags on a station and then crush it I'm not that upset LOL. Also posting group sizes is ridiculous, EVERY gun shoots a .3218756" group once in a while......

@Mr.Killswitch Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you got a solid setup! Look at the KRG bravo if you ever want to upgrade the factory stock on the hmr. It’s a great bang for the buck!

@TheDollarSportsman 11 ай бұрын

Awesome video man 😎; hope you’re doing well!!

@EpikArms 11 ай бұрын

hey its been a long while! thanks man, you going to make it out to shot show again?

@TheDollarSportsman 11 ай бұрын

@@EpikArms I hope to :), though probably not all week this time: maybe just Mon-Wed.

@BlackdogADV Жыл бұрын

I shoot frequently but with AR10s and AR15s, lately often I’ve been thinking of getting a bolt gun. I use to hunt with a Sako so the Tikka is probably what I’d get. I never had a 6.5 so I guess I’d go with that. With a new rifle and new caliber plus reloading supplies and equipment I have a feeling this could get expensive fast.

@wymple09 Жыл бұрын

Deep pockets for ammo if you are going to actually shoot it.

@orwellknew9112 8 ай бұрын

Tikka TACT A1 Mine shoots 0.3 to 0.4 MOA with reloaded 6.5 Creedmoor ammo. It comes with a very nice 2 stage trigger that has a very clean break. No need to upgrade the trigger. It has a medium heavy hammer forged barrel that seems to shoot everything really well that I load it with. Not fussy about bullets or jump. Not fussy about a dirty barrel either. It’s too heavy to carry around for hunting but the weight is really nice to have at the range. It also comes in .308.

@ravenguard7484 Жыл бұрын

Great video as usual. What would you recommend for a left handed shooter? Bergara only offers the HMR. I know Tikka has more options, unfortunately the UPR is Not one of them.

@foonus406 Жыл бұрын

MDT makes left handed chassis for all of the platforms in todays video.

@jimr5703 Жыл бұрын

I owned a regular Savage 110 in .243 when it first was released. I very much regret selling it a few years later. I put a thumbhole stock that I customized on it with pillar bedding. I could shoot a group at 200 yards that would touch or fall into a quarter. Magnificent firearm. (sigh) A man does what he must in hard times. My plan was to shoot competitively. Sadly, I'm too damn old for that now.

@bmstylee Жыл бұрын

I had a Savage 111 in 300 win mag. It was a tack driver. I sold it to a friend to finish paying for my CZ Shadow 2. Now I love my CZ but hindsight I think I would rather have my 300 win mag back.

@chrisdubois7688 Жыл бұрын

I’m quickly finding my self in the same spot brother.

@wymple09 Жыл бұрын

I agree. I bought a Savage Model 14 in .243 and it was amazing. I bought it for my son and he will take it to his grave. Even the stock seemed very high quality wood.

@pshhyeahh Жыл бұрын

I have an older Savage 10 FCP-SR in 308 with a 24" barrel and threw a Viper HST on it. It's okay, but the bolt can get hung up sometimes... so it's nothing to write home about. Last month, I bought a Tikka T3X CTR in 308 with the smaller 20" barrel and slapped a KRG Bravo chassis, a YoDave trigger spring, and a Leupy Mark 5. This is the way.

@EpikArms Жыл бұрын

This is the way.

@Skidz1818 21 күн бұрын

Have several long range precision rifles. My Savage 110 Elite Precision in 6.5 Creedmoor with my Vortex Razor is an unreal rifle. Sub MOA and 1000 yard monster

@stanleyspurgeon5339 11 ай бұрын

I did lots of research on all makes of rifles, I went with a Styer pro hunter in 30.06, Styer was the inventor of cold hammer forged barrels,they were the first to build a sniper rifle for the military,and there sub Moa is guaranteed or they will buy the rifle back. A Styer will out shoot any thing you have there. Look into Styer before blowing you’re horn to loud

@efl7750 5 ай бұрын

I had a Steyr Prohunter in 7 mag. Missed a great buck because the safe action safety didn’t trip the bolt when I tried to switch it to fire. It was accurate, but I don’t miss it. Hunted with it for 20 years. I’d take a Tikka CTR over it every time now.

@stanleyspurgeon5339 5 ай бұрын

@@efl7750 It’s hard to beat the Styer , The safety is something that you have to get used to that is for sure, but that’s the way the Mauser action was made, so was the model 70 Winchester

@jamescole8049 Жыл бұрын

The savage axis 2 precision is an awesome rifle. I got one almost brand new for 519 out the door. With hand loads it’s well under 1moa

@theman-pc2ej Жыл бұрын

I also have one of these in .308.. it is very impressive at 200-500 yards..

@solidrockofjesuschristmini2423 11 ай бұрын

Their great rifles for accuracy at an affordable price

@B_noJ Жыл бұрын

I bought the axis II w/ the "thicker" bbl in .350 legend. I think it was on sale new at Dunhams for $349 😊

@jonathanhorne6503 9 ай бұрын

I’ve had two extremely accurate rifles. One was a dead stock Remington 40XB-BR in 222 REM the othe was a real benchrest rifle assembled by a notable gunsmith on a Wichita 1375 in 22PPC. those two woul make single hole five shot groups. Other great rifles I had was a Rem 721 in 300 H&H that would make a group at 200 yards that could be covered with a quarter. Another notable gun was a stock FN Mauser made for Venezuelan 1954 PanAm games with open sights it would make MOA groups off a rest. That was the best finished and feeling military rifle I’d ever seen.

@dantheman9756 Жыл бұрын

I recently got a savage 110 magpul hunter 308 and i love it, shoots accurate .5 moa at 100 yards, magpul stock is feels nice and cerakote finish on barrel and receiver is very nice. My only gripe is the action is not smooth, it will stick sometimes. I’m wondering is swapping the bolt body with a savage jewelled or fluted bolt body will do the trick?

@twinarrowssurvival.2.065 Жыл бұрын

My main go to rifle is my bolt action Savage 110 308 but I have just acquired a Remington 700 30 -06

@robertjackson1407 10 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

@axiosg8787 2 ай бұрын

I have a savage axis in 270 and i love it, super flat shooting for the price

@tufftrucker40 5 ай бұрын

Im happy you got that big ol thing shooting straight .

@dannypierce9528 Жыл бұрын

That was a good list

@brustar5152 Жыл бұрын

Watching the range performance of shooting the Bergara; the bolt action was anything BUT "smooth". Shooter actually had to fight with it to both eject AND chamber another round.

@Ironpine27 Жыл бұрын

Noticed that too, lmao. Tbf he was rushing it at first, but even going slow it seemed to hang up a bit.

@XxBigDAWG22xX 11 ай бұрын

😂 I own a bergara b-14 and the actions are butter. The issues is this guy has absolutely terrible form 😂. I actually laughed my entire way through his video personally. But to each their own. Putting a savage axis on this list was the first thing that got me dying. They are so inconsistent on build quality you don’t put them anywhere near precision. The bergara b-14 and the tikka t3x is where performance out of the box starts. Browning x bolts perform well with a $10 spring for the trigger to upgrade it. Bergara are a built up Remingtons 700 basically. They perform better out of the box but you can built 700’s to be honestly some if not the best rifles. Their is a reason they are a common sniper in the military with a couple parts thrown at them. Anything precision is going to have a heavy barrel on it. Light barrels are for hunting and mobility and low shot quantities. That’s why they suck after 3 shots. So much misinformation in this 😂. But he’s a Canadian so I wouldn’t expect much.

@krisholden5365 11 ай бұрын

⁠⁠⁠@@XxBigDAWG22xXBigDawg says it so it must be true! I love when people talk shit about someone that’s actually out creating content for people to watch and is literally on the video shooting every rifle that’s being discussed while the shit-talker is just repeating whatever their favorite fake-ass TactiCool KZfaq gun-guy said in their video about it. Having probably never fired anything more than whatever worn out bolt gun his cousin used to deer hunt with. You’re talking shit about the man’s form but we can’t see how your groups look. You mentioned him being Canadian as if it’s a disease. That just means he has to work five times harder to create gun content because of Canada’s insane Leftist firearms laws. It’s ignorant, xenophobic, nonsensical comments like that that contribute to the stereotype that gun guys are just stupid, hypermasculine idiots with a Napoleon complex. The same stereotype that’s currently being used to slowly but surely whittle away at our constitutional rights with the ultimate end-goal being an outright ban and confiscation of pretty much anything outside of a pump shotgun or a .22LR bolt gun. So, keep talking shit and making yourself sound more and more like the bully from high school that didn’t get enough attention at home. It’s super helpful and people definitely read it and think you’re really cool and tough. Moron.

@rmac5530 11 ай бұрын

I've got Begara b14 hmr and it's the smoothest action I've ever felt..tikka is close but not imo

@guitarplayer4429 9 ай бұрын

@@rmac5530being a noobie at bolt action, if anyone should have a problem should be me, I’ve got a bergara HMR in 308 and seems buttery smooth, gonna get a more affordable 6.5 for fun comparison.

@a-a-ron4679 Жыл бұрын

I recently purchased a Ruger RPR 6.5 CM. I’ve put about 100 rounds through it. Awesome Rifle. Shooting Hornady 147 gr ELD match. Almost every single 5 shot group at 100 yards has been .25 to .5 moa. I shot some federal 140 gr and it was meh. 1 moa to .75. Ordered some hornady 143 gr ELD X but the 147 gr seems to be the winner. If anyone else is shooting the RPR please let me know what factory ammo is working for you.

@dbobo2222 Жыл бұрын

i have a gen 1 version of that same rifle in 6.5 cm and the 147 grain eld is also my best factory loading mine will shoot 3/4 moa consistently with it.

@a-a-ron4679 Жыл бұрын

@@dbobo2222 awesome. Thanks. I’m gonna try 143gr eld x because I have 3 boxes. I’ll try and remember and let you know how it shoots.

@timothygarrity5181 Жыл бұрын

De-nice!

@a-a-ron4679 Жыл бұрын

@@timothygarrity5181 lol. I had a friend named Denise. Called her that all the time.

@seraforshort Жыл бұрын

Surprisingly, Sellier & Bellot 140gr Soft point was giving me 0.5MOA groups at my most recent range day. Hadn't fired it yet and was blown away. REALLY cheap, really clean brass, too.

@SEAKPhotog Жыл бұрын

Nice line-up and recommendations. Have enough .22s with which to do a similar video? Happy New Year!

@EpikArms Жыл бұрын

hey Seak, thanks! i have a lot of 22's but not enough to do this type of video just yet.

@SEAKPhotog Жыл бұрын

@Affordable Optics and Rifle Reviews Keyword "yet" I hope! 😉 I think it'd be a popular upload. I've got a T1x and B14r and I'm thinking about building a 10/22 just for fun to eventually, maybe gift to my stepson but it'd be fun to get your take on a handful of the usual suspect .22s and maybe some off-beat and custom builds.

@timsamson6225 Жыл бұрын

Subscribed!!!

@EpikArms Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim!

@SCH00NY125 11 ай бұрын

That candian painted rifle just says "sorry" after every shot

@wymple09 Жыл бұрын

6:40 I watch these few shots & wonder where that slick smooth bolt action is you are talking about.

@tonyenglish5153 Жыл бұрын

Tikka T3x Super Varmint 6.5 PRC is the best Ive seen and these are also very good.

@jasonl2610 Жыл бұрын

I’m in the market for an RPR in .308WIN. Planning on doing F-Class (no 6.5CM allowed) as well as other open classes. But the cost means I am saving for it rather than shooting it today

@user-mk2rx1zw3y 10 ай бұрын

Every savage I’ve shot has been an absolute tac driver. Even my Axis Xp in 6.5 creedmoor groups at 6” @1000 yards with my hand loads. That said, I’ve never had a savage that was exempt from the failure to extract issue, and therefore won’t likely buy another.

@markn4526 Ай бұрын

Extremely informative and well-presented comparison. Honestly, I never even considered the Savage 110 Tactical until watching this video. I had been focusing in on the Bergara B14 HMR. Now I'm not sure if it's worth spending the extra $400-ish on the Bergara for rifle that will be used strictly at the range and probably not for competition. Or to put it differently, the Savage is 2/3's the price of the Bergara. The bolt throw angle difference has me considering scope clearance, preferring the 70-degree of the Savage. But the Bergara's stock features are far superior to the Savage's. Thoughts?

@timothygarrity5181 Жыл бұрын

I have the tac a1 with a leupold mark 5 pr2 mil reticle.atlas bipod along with other things on rifle.Sub half moa for sure!.

@demolitiondan1188 Жыл бұрын

I have a savage 110 T in an MDT chassis, and I love it. Not as much as I love my Tikka TAC A1 chassis though….🤔🤔👍🏻👍🏻

@EpikArms Жыл бұрын

Hey DemoDan, yeah the tac a1 is pretty tough to beat!

@brandonhonea4207 Жыл бұрын

I just got a B14 HMR Wilderness in 6.5 CRD with a Sig Tango 4 6-24x50 on it. I was going between that, the X Bolt Max Long Range and the Tikka UPR and I felt like the HMR was the best value! I got it for $875!

@JLPhoto246 Жыл бұрын

where did you buy it??

@brandonhonea4207 Жыл бұрын

@@JLPhoto246 I work at a gun shop in Florida!

@JLPhoto246 Жыл бұрын

@@brandonhonea4207 y’all have one in 6.5 prc for that price? The hmr that is? I’ll call and buy it asap

@brandonhonea4207 Жыл бұрын

@@JLPhoto246 I think that we do, $875 was my employee discount haha! We sell them at like $999

@bravhrt1773 Жыл бұрын

I would suggest looking at the Howa HCRA as an alternative as well.

@kriszml Жыл бұрын

just a tip. You can always research what the rifle likes and than you dont have to spend a lot of money to try match ammo. You can short the list and save money

@m118lr Жыл бұрын

..thought the SAME thing. Ahead of the curve..

@jeffcraft4440 11 ай бұрын

great review.

@ratdog3055 Жыл бұрын

Several years ago, I was tasked with building a sniper rifle for our Sheriff's Office. Limited budget so went with the Savage 110 and a Redfield scope. 308 caliber and it shot very good groups at 100 and 200 yards.

@yoshisaidit7250 Жыл бұрын

My .22 groups good 100 to 200 yards. Government wasting money yet again.

@stevebreedlove9760 9 ай бұрын

@@yoshisaidit725022 a lot less likely to penetrate soft cover.

@yoshisaidit7250 9 ай бұрын

@@stevebreedlove9760 556 is a 22

@x31moose Жыл бұрын

My Timmey 2-stage trigger still is better than my Tikka TAC A1 2-stage trigger. Plus Timmey is fully adjustable for both stages.

@V4-VFR 10 ай бұрын

I have the savage 110 desert tactical in 6.5 PRC 1/2 in 5 shoot groups with factory Hornady 143gr ammo and even better with hand loads And I agree the best long range starter rifles made.

@kyley808 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos and my opinion tikka are the best but I do believe tikka is 70 degrees bolt

@brandonbaker367 5 ай бұрын

My RPR shoots S&B 140fmj like a dream!

@lucpedneault9724 Жыл бұрын

You forgot the price on your last beauty! Happy new year!

@iwilrage Жыл бұрын

Bergara...Super smooth action and yet you show you fighting with it and smacking it

@LucasE269 Жыл бұрын

Would you place the Springfield waypoint amongst these now that you've gotten to play with one for a bit?

@stevefisher2121 Жыл бұрын

Wait, wait, wait - no price on that custom build??? LOL - that's ok, I'm pretty sure it's pretty expensive. Great video - gonna have to check out the Tikka UPR - I really like the looks.

@EpikArms Жыл бұрын

hey Steve yeah that custom is like 5-6K CAD without the scope. yep the UPR is likely my favourite out of the lot!

@mickromer6199 Жыл бұрын

I run a howa 1500 heavy barrel in an XRS chass.. great barrelled action base for a build.. people who tell you howas don't shoot can't shoot themselves

@EpikArms Жыл бұрын

lol! ive said my Howa couldn't shoot! ill be likely buying another one later on I the season

@chrisnotyou 4 ай бұрын

I got an AR15, 16 inch, full stock, with a case and bayonet for 800. Had to put it together myself, that was not an issue.

@LosDoyerss 3 ай бұрын

Bergara BMP, best bang for the buck. Accuracy, quality, precision. If I didn’t end up purchasing the BMP I would have bought the Bergara B14 action with a KRG bravo stock.

@shanefrericks2070 Жыл бұрын

Accurate Factory rifle I have ever owned is a 270 Winchester short mag Savage American classic 114 with the accutrigger at 200 yards the shots are right around one inch with my hand mode on a good day I can get it to about 3/4 of an inch. Leupold Boone and Crockett scope 4 by 16 by 56 mm Bell

@Hammerback972 Жыл бұрын

I picked up a savage axis 2 Precision with a 20 MOA rail, bipod, threaded barrel, muzzle brake, 2 mags, burris rings for 620.00 US. Its a 6.5 CM. Didnt realize it was junk. I like it

@EpikArms Жыл бұрын

Hi Hammer, not really what I was trying to say, what I'm saying is the rifles presented in the video present the best value

@LoneWolf01961 Жыл бұрын

I love the 300 WIN Mag , with a muzzle break personally. And the 338 Lapua is also a great one !

@mar1video Жыл бұрын

.338 Lapua is a fantastic round, but too expensive as a beginner round. Ruger rifle is priced around $2k, but rounds are $6 to $20 a piece.

@rebelwolves Жыл бұрын

Look at the 300PRC. I have .338 Lapua but ammo cost is high and its not the easiest to develop rounds for. I am in process of building a 300PRC which is already looking like its going to outperform my .338

@mar1video Жыл бұрын

@@rebelwolves - I already picked up Ruger Precision Rifle in 300 Win Mag (on line for $1,736). It’s impressive !!! 😃😃😃 I might get couple hunting rifles in that caliber. 300 PRC outperforms Win Mag for sure !