But I cant understand why offering left handed guns seems impossible to some manufacturers. MSRP:$609 (about $450 retail). I might add I have never found any real advantage with a short action rifle either. The scope I bought is a Sea Adler, 3x9x40. Took my buck at 325 shooting Federal Premium 110gr bullets. Jim, between the Savage 110 Ultralight and the Weatherby Mark V which would you pick for accuracy? That limits my choice of rifles. Would I buy this rifle? 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. The budget rifle video and cartridge wars are among my fav on YouTube for hunting alone. Have you ever made a review of the Schultz & Larsen rifle? Any help deciding? You mentioned it once but I cant find a video where you review it? I own the X-Bolt in 7mm Magnum and it is fantastic. My 6.5 CM shoots sub MOA groups. 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. Your email address will not be published. hey jim i have a 2022 ridgeline in 308 it shoots 1/4 to 1/2 moa looked a long time and read many bad reviews butt talked to many people and am very happy with mine thanks. Ok I concede your right to a degree but there are tons and tons of older made deer rifles on the market. More velocity with the heavier bullets which by the way do not work so well in the 6.5 Creedmore. I used to not care about if the bolt locked on safe but after a walk in the woods of ND with a Ruger American and the bolt falling out, to not be recovered on the opener, I now only have guns that lock the bolt on safe. A stock upgrade is also an option, Stockys is producing several different carbon fiber drop-in stocks for the Vanguard/Howa rifle line. TIKKA is proven, Franchi has some good reports. 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. People say its the most consistent action, but I only sort of agree. I also have ignored the Winchester M70 for exactly the reason you mentioned. What are your thoughts on the Remington Model 700 Alpha One? Love your videos and reviews thanks a ton. I looked at the Waypoint locally and thought is was a really nice gun. So, if those ones should be avoided, what rifles SHOULD hunters consider? I have monkey arms so a new stock is in the future for whatever rifle I choose another reason Im trying to keep the price down. If youre going to buy a Ruger American, know there are dozens of different configurations available. I really like the trigger feel, but it is a little heavy. Ill be curious to see them for myself, but Ive heard good things. As a side note, I have a Sako 85 from Cabelas. Thoughts? Along with it is 2-position safety that . And although most of my center fires are Deluxe grade, the aforementioned still holds true. I preferred the action on the FME a lil bit over the CVA, but I could not get over how every Franchi had stock contact somewhere along the barrel. On the flip side, a 60-degree throw is often not always, but usually stiffer, and this was the case here. Great review Great comment, Frank. bolt turn was a bit rough out of the box. Base Price: $789.99: Tax: - In Stock: kygunco.com Buy. Christensen needs to improve its quality control in my opinion. Shut up Vlad. (weight) My 2 favorite calibers are 270( I have 6 of them) and 300H&H ( one pre 64 Winchester Model 70 and one Cooper). Obviously your not going to buy one move on. Seems that they manage to work loose occasionally. It uses the same barrel as the more expensive Bergara B14 rifles, because they are both owned by the same parent company and come out of the same factories in Spain. JavaScript is disabled. 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 am finally biting the bullet and having a custom gun made. I have one in 308 and Federal premium 168grain Berger hunter (or hunter hybrid, cant remember now) shoot less than an inch at 100 yards, but now they are hard to find. or browning. (Great videos by the way!!). Ergonomics * * * * 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. A friend of mine was trying to talk me into a Christensen arms Ridgeline FFT but from what you said about their QC in manufacturing I\m not sure I want to risk it. I had a question on my first rifle purchase. Hey Jim, love your reviews and videos, just wondering when we might start seeing 7mm PRC rifles becoming more available in stores? Agreed on the MarkV. Any chance you would do a review on that caliber? Beater rifles go until they cant. I didnt see a Bergara in your list. Wish I discovered your content sooner and thankful for all your hard work. Hello Jim, Your videos and information are amazing. I heard you mention a good handload that worked well with this 18\ barrel. Hi Jim, Franchi Momentum .300 Win Mag 24" Black / Hunter Gray 4 Rds 41553. The Tikka Superlite 7RM is my dedicated high country rifle, weighing in at 7.1 lbs scoped. Seekins is another I looked into but judging by the lack of representation in reviews I\m not confident in it either. Its for my 3 teenage daughters (all first year deer tag draws) . 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. 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. Im really interested in them but can hardly find a proper review of them. If not the ultralight, whats the best 7 PRC for around $1500? Advice? Hey Jim, First let me say your videos are absolutely fantastic. Jim, would love to hear some feedback on Cooper firearms if you have any input? I would love to see you review a Lithgow la102 from Australia. I still love wood stocks. I can stretch the budget to a Browning if I have to, but the Winchester XPR is more in my price range. It looks to be right @ the very top of weight class Id like, but with the adjustable stock,shape,look & Carbon Barrel, seems to be right in the wheelhouse of what Id like for my larger caliber (wish they had it in .300 PRC) rifle. With a century and a half of firearms manufacturing behind it, Italy's Franchi has unveiled its first-ever centrefire hunting rifle, the Momentum. Franchi Rifles - EuroOptic.com As an Skandinavian hunter i must say we do have some different taste in rifles, and that is great. Both have NO bolt lock when on safety. Its a good option for light cartridges, but the light weight and stock design dont make for a good match on heavy cartridges. 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. Any tips on bullet weight and powder 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. Will be used mostly for white tail and hogs in Texas. I just have to say thank you I really appreciate your unbiased and honest opinions. Which leaves Winchester, Weatherby, Tikka/Sako. Manse, he actually has a point this time. Those are cool, but very heavy guns. Saving a penny by not buying grease and oil costs you hundreds of dollars in rust repair. Thanks. Its way more fun to shoot than the other guns. Weighs under 6 lbs. Ive killed elk, mule deer and whitetails, with it. Hi Jim love your content I was wondering if you had a chance to fire a Benelli lupo I own one and love it also have a Tikka tac t3x a Daniel Defense delta 5 pro a accuracy International at. superbly accurate with federal non-typical 150s (second load i tried). I too had nailed it down to the Savage or the Ruger American Rifle. Going to take the plungedeep. I bought the MarkV Weathermark LT in the .257 WBY. That\s not a total game changert now there are other choices. I have been considering the Winchester xpr spotter (walnut stock) in 308 Win. i have a momentum in .308. stock looks a bit odd, but handles my frame very well. 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. The Tikka T3X Lite comes with an absolutely fantastic action. Moreover, the firearm boasts an excellent light and smooth trigger. Releasing the floor plate of the 4-round, internal magazine is accomplished via a lever inside the front of the trigger guard. Id say Im in the sub-$1,500 range. It tames the recoil of this 6.6-pound rifle extremely well. Franchi, a 150-year-old shotgun manufacturer, clearly felt it was high time an affordable Italian hunting rifle hit U.S. shores. Overall Length: 42.3 inches Franchi Momentum Varmint Elite .224 Valkyrie 24" 1:7 Bbl TrueTimber Prairie/Midnight Bronze 7+1 Rifle 41712. Your email address will not be published. Fierce rifles are accurate, built well, look great, come with good triggers, and feed perfectly. (The extra mags are also only like $20 which is nice, too.) But honestly these are not deal-breakers (or at least I think so). I love that Fierce Reaper but would probably have to sell another nice gun to get it and not sure I quite want to do that. 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. 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. Thanks again and I look forward to future content. Its become a turn off. All things equal Keep up the great work. You have entered an incorrect email address! Thanks in advance. I agree with you. Franchi Momentum 300 Win Mag | Hunt Talk I am looking to spend around $1200, and I am between the Savage ultralite and the Howa carbon kratos. The also Cerakote the barrel which lowers the need for oiling the metals on your gun, and protects it in rainy or otherwise wet conditions. Now they are North of $400. The SIG Cross would be a best second choice. I would pick 7mm Rem Mag since you mentioned long range. Really enjoy your channel and dialogue on your reviews. You never mentioned. Thanks! XBolt Pro is a good gun but needs a new trigger. In our testing, we had all of the guns chambered alike, but as soon as any of the reviewers shot the Tikka after shooting the other rifles, they all commented that the recoil felt heavier. Server Time: 2023-01-16 08:20:56 UTC Have you reviewed one yet? I like the Bergara B-14 ridge. 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. Suppressors are DEFINITELY the future, so I wouldnt buy a non-threaded barrel anymore. The stock is cheesy feeling, but nicely shaped and rigid. Solid brass bullet ,which I really like. Savage 110? I was down to the Ultralite or the Savage High Country and went with the High Country because of this. Not many have been around since they are new this year. I am about ready to purchase the Springfield Waypoint 2020 in 6.5 prc then, i see the Proof Elevation MTR is offered in a 7prc, as is the Rival in a 7prc Moving back-to-front, things start out with a cushy rubber recoil pad. And dollar for dollar you could never purchase a rifle that guarantees you 1 moa back several years ago for the same relative cost. Jim, any thoughts on the Venture 2 from TC? How is it Franchis fault again? Keep up the great work. Ive shot it twice and didnt like it either time. Nor do my groups appear to be outliers for the Momentum. Thanks Jim Harmer, great video and data to follow. this are what i like long range in a good rifle, with hornady ammo. It and the Fierce Rogue are tight competitors. Im leaning on leaving my 300 Weatherby for a 300 win mag, and very interested in Seekins. You have probably heard this before but I am not really a hunter, at least not yet. Its a well designed stock, but the fit and finish feels cheesyespecially the checkering pattern they use. Hardware: Franchi Momentum Elite Varmint | An Official Journal Of The NRA It appears that Fierce is stretching the truth a bit on weight because mine weighs 6 pounds, 4 1/8 oz and its a short action with 24 6.5mm barrel so it should be about the lightest one they have. Wont win any extra points for its weight but seems like a quality affordable and very accurate rifle. keep on the good work and excuse my poor englis. The Carbon Predator looks cool, but really just a slight variation on the 110 ultralite. Most of the great rifles youve taken time to make us salivate for do not make left handed models. Ill be using it in the Southern Rockies for context. I love it. Both the Momentum Elite and the newer Tikka Veil are . Thanks, I have looked all over and cant find out much about these. Alpha? Interested in loading this cartridge. You made your point. Im considering a modern Win 70 as well. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend a Weatherby if you find one in a cartridge you like, or if you dont mind shooting Weatherbys overbore cartridges. A very accurate danish produced rifle. Thanks, Joe. I have been looking for a carbon barrel rifle in a .308 due to ammo availability. Id like to know how the Sandman suppressor performed. The more you talk the clearer it becomes that youve never held much less used a gun. Browning X-Bolt Pro I like the X-Bolt Pro. 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. It truly needs to be able to handle rough handling. The stock is among the best I have ever used, its reasonably lightweight, excellent on accuracy, and the manufacturing quality is reliable. 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. In this day and age, there is really no reason to not have a removable magazine that you could top load also. 1 is the Footprint for the Action is proprietary, It is NOT made by Bergara. 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. Length of Pull: 14 inches (adjustable with spacers) Like I said not sure what you tested it in, but I just wanted to let you know. Hi Jim, He missed the entire point of the product to rant about what great deals can be had on old guns. and Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Its a 3-lug design with a decently large extractor and ejector and large locking lugs. Some day Ill give one a more fair look. Looking past your racism when you buy once and buy quality you never cry about it, your just damn glad you made the right decision because often a lost opportunity is just that, it never comes again in life. I bought a Tikka M550 in 308 while stationed in Germany back in 1984. 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. With a Leupold VX-2 3-9x40 scope mounted on Leupold dual dovetail rings and loaded with a maximum of five rounds of ammunition, the Momentum I tested weighed almost exactly eight poundslight enough to carry on long hikes through steep country but not unpleasant to shoot. Cannot find the Federal rounds anymore so Shooting the Hornady Precision Hunter 110s now. Thank you, October 15 2022 Christiansen Arms Traverse, 28 Nos. Both have V block bedding blocks (But Ruger's are Y blocks for pillar bedding the action bolts.) 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. Love your reviews. See also Gluck. it just feels right. Twist Rate: 1:11 I dont say that lightly. I own a 6.5-.300 Wby and reload my own ammo. Best known for making value-priced shotguns, Franchi may well have taken a leap of faith by entering the highly competitive centrefire market. Franchi is known for making high-quality firearms at affordable prices, and the Momentum Elite is the perfect example of this. In this price range, this rifle appears to be a very good value. My main criteria is staying sub 6 lbs if I can for the rifle only and sub moa guarantee. If you go slow while trying to be quiet in a hunting situation, it may not feed right. Thanks for the videos, they have been great! Model 70s and tons and tons of various 98 Mauser rifles ranging from converted low cost military guns to commercial Mausers that cost thousands. Been following your channel for a few years and have loved all the reviews. I am going to buy one last hunting rifle eventually in 7mm or 7 PRC so I am watching CVA XT and Weatherby. The stock looks like a varmint/tactical/long range/hunting compromise, and may do those thing well, its just not what I was looking for. I like the straight comb with minimal drop and I found the cheek weld comfortable. Thanks for your thoughts and time! I looked it up and the barrel profile is exactly the same for bigger calibers. Zero quality control issues. Way sub-MOA. Next. I purchased Savage Axis II XP- 6.5 Creedmore from Cabelas. There lies my hole and question to you. Can you review the Sako S20 or why havent you done it yet? At present time i run Sakos and Blaser. To this day when I pull that out for fun it still shoots tight groups. 9 Best Hunting Rifles in 2023: I tested 40 rifles to find the best I like the reviews on the CVA but the Bergara is hard to beat, the Terrain Wilderness is the one Im leaning towards. Would like a rifle that print a sub MOA with factory ammo. Hi Jim. Fit me like a glove. Dumped lots of Deer, Black Bear and Moose with it. Its that or the ruger American in 6.5. . I rarely hear manufacturing quality concerns about Weatherby rifles. Bought a vanguard series 2 in 270cant wait to shoot it put a leupold 3x9x50 ..I have 1400.00 in it first expensive gun Ive ever owned.wish me luck, The rifle you are selling that is under $350 thats quiet what caliber is it and who makes it need more information please thank you. I might just know about a new rifle coming in January 2023 that might change your mind, Awesome reviews Jim. Thanks. 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. Looks like a good buy. The redesigned rifle includes all the original features that. Optional Features TSA Recoil Pads TSA recoil pads for LOP adjustment. Bergara B14 Hunter? The Sig Cross has really become one of my favorite guns to shoot. Thank you for your time and consideration of this request. I have my moments of trigger snobbery, but if I owned a Momentum I wouldnt spend money seeking a trigger upgrade or smithing work. If you had a choice between XBolt Pro & Dako finnlight 85 in 300wm what one would you choose. Hi Jim Likely sub-half-MOA. It shoots as well as some of my full blown custom rifles I have thousands invested in. It has become one of my favorite guns. Jan 18, 2020 #3 C clockworkgator Id be interested in seeing a review of the q fix. He recommended a wildcat round, 7 mm SAW. Great choices, Andrew. Thanks so much, you guys are great! franchi momentum anyone got one? | The Stalking Directory If so have they made any notable changes to this model over previous models? So if you are shooting 300 win mag, will it throw inaccurate shots on the 3rd shot (or even the 2nd)? The stock and barrel is nothing special unless someone could chime in as to why it is different than all the others plastic stocks? (Live in northern Alberta.) 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. Thanks. In regards to the Howa 1500 I got one in 300 PRC, it had a Houge stock, I installed a Bell & Carlson, put a Konos M30 on top and got a group the size of a 50 cent piece at a 100 yards. Franchi Momentum 6.5 Creedmoor 24" Flat Dark Earth Bolt-Action Rifle 41512. Regards kjetil A B Strandengen. Overall, it seems like a decent gun for the price. $699.00. Im in love. A junk injection molded plasticky stock that expands with heat and contracts with cold. The other option is the Springfield 2020 Waypoint. Best purchase I ever made. I have not seen a semi-auto in 6.5 PRC, should I wait? Required fields are marked *. I appreciate your knowledge and insight. What r your thought for a high end choice up to around the 3k range? You havent included Winchester in your reviews. The Howa is around $200-$300 cheaper than the Savage. What is your honest opinion of the CZ 600 It would also handle bigger calibers MUCH better than the Cross. Jim great reviews. Simply depress the rear of it while sliding the bolt out the back of the receiver. stock not sticky yet? Hey there Jim. I dont know if wood and metal rifles are extinct but it looks that way in Scheels. Review: Franchi Momentum .308 Winchester - Shooting Times It is their lowest entry point to their rifles but looks interesting. It doesnt snag or grab clothes but somehow its still plenty soft and grippy. I think the rifle is feature rich and might be a real shooter. From afar it looks pretty standard, but it does set itself apart in a few ways. Never shot 6.5 but all I hear are good things whats your opinion. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Thanks. 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. 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. Might want to hold off a month or so. So, here are my quick thoughts on some of the competition for the best premium factory rifle under $2,500. Yes, it shipped with a knurled thread protector but I immediately lost it when I slapped my Dead Air Sandman Ti on. Id love to hear if the model 70 is still relevant. guns.com Buy. Ha! killed three whitetail with it this past season. You know Beretta will not support either rifle. Watch my review here. The Bergara B14 Wilderness with adjustable cheek piece would be a great choice, as well as anything in the Bergara Premier Series. Tikka or Franchi - 24hourcampfire Its very heavy, the straight pull was difficult to work with and made a few of my shots not go off because I didnt quite push it ALL the way forward. Im looking for an elk rifle. Premium recoil pad, pic rail, fluted barrel, muzzle break.MOA guaranteed accuracy like the Tikka. I owned one in .28 Nosler and it was a very poor choice for that heavy-recoiling of a cartridge. I am between a Bergara B-14 Hunter and the Weatherby Vanguard. The only competitor would be a full custom on the amazing MDT HNT 26 chassis. So small and packable, and Im getting incredible accuracy out of it. Using Burris Zee rings, I just applied a thin layer of silicone sealant inside the rings and remounted the scope.
