Jim, Im sure a video review by you would certainly help clarify and perhaps sway my views on the Sauer 100s. Watch my review here. Thank you! Server Time: 2023-01-16 08:20:56 UTC A shiny one. I have found the majority of shooters have a herd mentality and always believe that the latest is the greatest. 7mm mag, 300 Win mag and 30-06. Fierce are not perfect but over all compared to everything else on the market there really hard to beat. Ill be curious to see them for myself, but Ive heard good things. That\s not a total game changert now there are other choices. 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. Helping the Franchi Momentum turn in great groups well, helping the shooter do his or her part better is a wonderful factory trigger. You mentioned it once but I cant find a video where you review it? Fancy for an affordable rifle, the Franchi Momentum sports a one-piece, fluted bolt. Just a few examples of what is out there on the used market so why in the hell would anyone be dumb enough to buy modern made piece of garbage. 3. and three-stage safety. Good read. I recently purchased the Momentum Elite in the 6.5 creedmoor and respectfully think an honourable mention for the under $1000 would be appropriate. I am not sure, or saying one is better than the other, but that was something that bothered me. The action is a little sticky at the back because its a 2-lug so theres a little play at the back if you arent pushing straight. Also, the very aged sporter stock design doesnt lend itself well to shooting long rangeespecially in such a light rifle. Same as you, I wish the offerings were a bit better. Vald, I love me some harbor freight. Seems like a lot of bang for the buck. I would love to hear you critique rifle makers that offer nothing left handed in their main lines. Like, sure. Tikka T3X Compact Bolt-Action Rifle - Best .308 Lightweight Hunting Rifle. Is it worth it? Great rifle. I am looking for an all purpose dependable rifle to handle more than one role. Just remember one thing the price of the good older stuff keeps going up and up so when you waste your money on junk it never goes up in value as fast as the good stuff so when you do get around to buying something of quality you lost twice not once. I think a majority of Americans know the old saying you just took a paragraph to explain. Both the Momentum Elite and the newer Tikka Veil are . Mine is in 223 for chucks. Have you or will you be doing a video on Franchi hunting rifles. Is there a far better option for the money? It has the accufit system but they did not put it in that rifle I assume its to save weight. Thanks. The Bergara Mountain 2.0, Kimber Mountain Ascent, Bergara Premier, Browning X-Bolt Pro, Seekins Havac, Weatherby Mark V, Fierce Edge, Christensen Ridgeline, and others are all rifles Im familiar with. A 60 degree bolt lift that makes second fast shots from the shoulder a complete impossibility. I dont know if wood and metal rifles are extinct but it looks that way in Scheels. Also would be cool to see you do a semi-custom rifle (Bighorn action, prefit barrel, Ag composites stock, trigger tech, etc.) Jim, after watching the review of your Rival I wanted you to know I had the same problems with mine. I have been trying to get a Waypoint. Since Bergara use a Rem 700 barrel (action and trigger too?) Really, the only thing that keeps me from owning more of them is that I can rarely find them in the chamberings I want. Bought a new rifle today.a Franchi | Outdoor Board - TigerDroppings Highly recommended. Savage, Tikka, Browning, Christensen- all offer LH options and should be commended for it. Love you work and your research is unparalleled. I found barrel engraved with 6.5 Creedmore and read manual before use Really enjoy your content! Gear up as your favorite Delsin Rowe Vest. And the thought of upgrades on a new rifle seems stupid to me. My concern is that with your test, the vanguard with a #2 profile barrel threw shot #5 basically everytime. Seller: Ammo And Arms. Moving back-to-front, things start out with a cushy rubber recoil pad. Watch my review here. Hello from Bozeman, MT! 5. The narrow width put my eye behind the scope nicely but also leaves enough fudge factor for owners who will add an aftermarket cheek piece or wrap. 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. and the weathermark? Optional Features TSA Recoil Pads TSA recoil pads for LOP adjustment. I looked at the Tikas as well and for the calibers Im looking at, I just think theyll beat the hell outta my shoulder. Theres also no shortage of cartridges that send a 6.5mm bullet at much higher velocities than the Swede so I have to assume by your metric those are all superior to the Swede? Franchi Momentum Varmint Elite .224 Valkyrie 24" 1:7 Bbl TrueTimber Prairie/Midnight Bronze 7+1 Rifle 41712. Ive shot it twice and didnt like it either time. So if I review it and love my copy, Id be convincing people to buy one and they very likely may not have the same experience. Loved seeing some rifles I hadnt seen vids on with the Sako and getting your full thoughts. Looks to me like an Apples to Oranges request. Benelli Lupo should had definitely made the list Better rifle than most others mentioned in my honest opinion. An XBolt in 6.8 Western may be a great option. Customization * * * * (Momentum 2018 followed by the Momentum Elite 2019). Thats a nice collection. Wondering if you have a reason for this Its a great suppressor. With the Sako 85 you get better wood and more metal, but I would rather buy a Tikka T3. I am finally biting the bullet and having a custom gun made. I think many of us started on something like that, dads old rifle or grandpas. Thank you and keep up the great job! Notify me of follow-up comments by email. An innovative modern design with folding buttstock, pistol grip. Just my two cents, but would love to hear an honest review of these rifles. But its a great all around gun out to 450 when most hunters can only shoot 250, if that. Which leaves Winchester, Weatherby, Tikka/Sako. I recommend getting this Ruger American Predator in 6.5 Creedmoor if youll be hunting deer-sized game (or smaller than deer), want to have tons of inexpensive ammo options, and if youll also be using it for target shooting. I bought the MarkV Weathermark LT in the .257 WBY. Great to see honest reviews that are very entertaining hope to see many more. Jim love your channel. I was unaware of the QC issues with the Cross. guns.com Buy. I saw your video on the 7mm prc and considered waiting till they came out. Franchi Momentum Rifles on Sale - Buy Now! - SCOPELIST.com The Sig Cross has really become one of my favorite guns to shoot. I do like the 300wm type power but its been a challenge researching top recommendations. I think the rifle is feature rich and might be a real shooter. But I cant understand why offering left handed guns seems impossible to some manufacturers. Every Weatherby Ive ever shot has been exceptionally accurate and well-built. Also, it works great if you quickly manhandle the action. The best part of learning how much I love hunting was how little I first put in. Have you had a chance to look over or review the Savage Impulse? If you go slow while trying to be quiet in a hunting situation, it may not feed right. Problem with the Savage 110 ultralight is the plastic magazine. There was getting to the point where I found I needed better but thats not how the first few years took off. Review: Franchi Momentum .308 Winchester - Shooting Times After getting what I believe to be a bad copy of a Ruger American in 308, I am looking to upgrade. Agreed on the MarkV. I have watched your reviews on both, so maybe your opinion on whether itd be worth the additional money To go with the Waypoint. The action is butter smooth and the stock has a palm swell the sold me when I first picked the gun up. Anyway, love the Backfire channel. i would like to buy new as its going to be my first rifle so thought with mod . Id love to hear your thoughts on a modern option like the Extreme Weather SS MB. So happy you out this together as it brings all of your work together and I hope you link to it. You might also consider a more traditional 7 Rem Mag or .30-06. Accuracy * * * * * Is yours that picky? Looking for a good review of it after months of no Tikkas available locally in 308. It is still a preferred caliber in Scandinavia for big game. Looking at a Seekins Havak in 300 PRC. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 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. They are reviewing new rifles not old ones. Christensen needs to improve its quality control in my opinion. Id go with the Sako in that case. Know it is not a bolt action rifle, but how does the Henry Long Ranger stack up against these options? I mean, this is one heck of a tight group! I would love to get your take or even see a review on it. Premium recoil pad, pic rail, fluted barrel, muzzle break.MOA guaranteed accuracy like the Tikka. One-Piece Picatinny Rail Quick and easy optics mounting. Twist Rate: 1:11 Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Im leaning on leaving my 300 Weatherby for a 300 win mag, and very interested in Seekins. Thank you, October 15 2022 Christiansen Arms Traverse, 28 Nos. I'm looking at it in 300 win mag. A very accurate danish produced rifle. Have you ever tested any Franchi hunting rifles? ITs one of hte most versatile calibers since you can load down to 125 gr bullets and turn it into a .243 in recoil to train kids with a light load. If you were to build a rifle what action would you use. Moreover, the firearm boasts an excellent light and smooth trigger. Did you pick up the Seekins? Might want to hold off a month or so. Overall, I think the best three rifles under $1,000 are the Tikka T3X Lite, the Bergara B-14 Ridge, and the Weatherby Vanguard. I would like a 280 Ackley and Fierce only makes it in the Rival. 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. Great Content. Havent shot it yet, but well see how it performs. 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. I just took the first shots with the Winchester XPR in 6.8 Western today. 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. And like most of the rest of the world for that matter. Thank you for your time. This ammo is usually an average accuracy performer for me, but dang did the Franchi shoot it well. 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. 2) the 6.5 prc vs the 7 prc ( i have 2 338 win mags i am planning on keeping for elk +), My thoughts? 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. Forearm checkering extends nearly all the way forward, ending just short of another molded-in and recessed sling swivel mount. Hi Jim, I love your reviews and think you are the best reviewer I have come across. The rings came with friction paper. 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? Appreciate the comment. There are a few really nice ergonomic details that Franchi has implemented on their stocks. Its that or the ruger American in 6.5. I really love your channel. Manual cover also says- Do not use without reading Manual. 2023 Backfire LLC, a limited liability company headquartered in Utah, USA. And I need it in a shorter stock. It truly needs to be able to handle rough handling. I can not find on your website. Just doing a bit of research on the Momentum because the local gun store has a bunch on sale. Its a great rifle for heavier cartridges. How about a Bergara Wilderness Ridge in 7 mag? 1. can be top loaded, $799.00 Add To Cart For Price. I would like something under 6# for $2000 or less with a carbon wrapped barrel. What would you like to know? I reload, so Ive been able to work on the load. 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. Hardware: Franchi Momentum Elite Varmint | An Official Journal Of The NRA Even on safe, the bolt can be manipulated to chamber or eject a round. The only problem with a Springfield 2020 Waypoint is they dont offer it in enough chamberings. Question. Im holding my breath for the comments section on this post. What about the Winchester Model 70? The Weatherby Vanguard comes in several different editions. FRUSTRATING. Fun to read through this after watching all the vids. I use Swaro and Zeiss optics and i use moderators on all of mine. what do you think of it? So it is not a 700 rem action like the Bergara, So no MDT chassis at this time to match. Ive never shot one that couldnt achieve a 1 group at 100 yards. Ha! Along with the detail you put into your reviews of new ammo like the 6.5 and now 7 PRC. Meet the Franchi Momentum Bolt-Action Rifle. I like the straight comb with minimal drop and I found the cheek weld comfortable. (Great videos by the way!!). Capacity: 4+1 I think you did a good job in your review of 25 hunting rifles at various price points. Im at a point that I can spend $1500+ for a hunting rifle. Thanks! You have probably heard this before but I am not really a hunter, at least not yet. Any opinion on it? The other option is the Springfield 2020 Waypoint. These areas are designed to provide purchase and ergonomic grip options for different shooting positions and styles, such as the five seen above. Plus all the pros of the above B-14 review. 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. Buy FRANCHI MOMENTUM For Sale Price - New and Used - In Stock Keep the vids coming, I look forward to seeing them. Thanks for all of your vids and you helped me get my last two rifles with all the choices. Ive narrowed it to 3, but just cant quite choose. Just hasnt been available. Sorry youtube is being such a pain in the ass to you as well. But after that, its likely going to be a custom. I might add when I got back to the car even with all that grease and oil on my gun I still sprayed it down with WD40 and again when I got it home and dried everything off. Really enjoy your advice and reviews on guns and equipment, I appreciate your opinions. I recently purchased a Franchi Momentum 300 win mag w/24 in. And true to their ads, it is a sub-MOA shooter. Alpha? Suppressors are DEFINITELY the future, so I wouldnt buy a non-threaded barrel anymore. Frankly, I just dont see the value in the Werkman. I agree! Stock: A carbon version of Bergaras excellent HMR stock. Not real excited about paying for a custom build so wondering what you would recommend I consider? I would also love a video on the Winchester model 70 extreme weather! Hi Jim Im trying to click your links to the guns but its not working. Unfortunately now I see it for $1700. But honestly these are not deal-breakers (or at least I think so). Winchester Xpr or Franchi Momentum ? In 270. | Rokslide Forum I am looking for a new rifle, and am looking at the Franchi Momentum Elite, was looking for any input by those of you that have one. Browning X-Bolt Pro I like the X-Bolt Pro. I appreciate your knowledge and insight. 2. have a metal finish at the trigger-guard, One thing I always know I need in any rifle, hunting or range, is accuracy. 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. In the end I still believe the 7mm RM is more versatile. The Sig Cross is the rifle that I have consistently used more than any other hunting rifle in my gun vault. Hi Jim, Thanks Jim Harmer, great video and data to follow. Full Details. have since restocked it with a B&C M40, and will use it for long range targets and steel. stock not sticky yet? With attitude like that, you will only buy domestic products and if leftists have their way, none. 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. A lot of older rifles are very superior to these entry level rifles. I still love wood stocks. You never mentioned. Seems like a solid gun for the money and straight pull seems fun. 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. Can you review the Sako S20 or why havent you done it yet? Ive owned a Lupo chambered in 30-06 for several months now. What is your opinion on this gun? It has become one of my favorite guns. Great info on the ins and outs of shooting and the rifle reviews. Then you can go pick up in your local store in just a couple days and do the government paperwork and walk away with it. The action quality, as well as the barrel, produces a very accurate rifle. I own one in a 30-06, with 3 safes full of guns, it is my favourite. Definitely the most accurate rifle I have owned right out of the box. Am I wrong in my logic? The reason I like the CVA Cascade over the Ruger American is because it has a much more rigid stock, a better action, and it still comes with a quality barrel. The Vanguard does come in quite a few cartridges, but retail stores will only give them so many spots on the shelves, and since Weatherby is always pushing its own cartridges, its common to not find the chambering youre looking for without special ordering it. Bergara is intriguing, but I cant understand why its heavier. 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. And all the great work you do! Assuming a commercially-available cartridge (I\m leaning towards .30-06 Springfield), how would the you stack the two up? Italians know firearms and so do the Finns. There are quality inexpensive rifles being made, but if you step up into the $500-$1,000 price range, almost every option will shoot accurately and have more consistent quality control. Been following your channel for a few years and have loved all the reviews. As Im new to the shooting world Im still undecided on a long range target rifle. I\m relatively new to the channel & website, and it has quickly become a favorite of mine. With a typical retail price of $549, the Franchi Momentum is a lot of Italian hunting rifle for not a lot of cash. It would also handle bigger calibers MUCH better than the Cross. YOU SHOULD TEST THE SAKO S20 in 6.5 PRC OR THE SAKO BRANDS. You lost when you bought junk because it will always be low cost junk and you lost when you went to purchase something of quality because the price went way up because you fked around too long before you realized you should have bought quality to begin with when it was still relatively affordable. Its for my 3 teenage daughters (all first year deer tag draws) . Im looking for a 7mm-08 in a left handed model. I havent seen you review any CZ rifle, any cause un particular? My initial impression is that it is a pretty standard budget bolt gun. I have a bunch of ARs and tactical style stuff but sold the only bolt action I had before I ever fired it(Tikka CTR). Combing the interwebs just now I see other reviews reporting groups from 0.40 to 2 MOA depending on caliber and ammunition brand/load. It tames the recoil of this 6.6-pound rifle extremely well. Ive shot heavier .308s with more felt recoil than this guy. But the biggest difference is that Franchi is hoping to sell rifles, and theyll sell 90, 6.5 Creeds for every 6.555 they sell , quoteBut the biggest difference is that Franchi is hoping to sell rifles, and theyll sell 90, 6.5 Creeds for every 6.555 they sell quote. Hi Jim, Browning X-Bolt vs Tikka T3/x - M*CARBO Well, I picked up a momentum elite in .308, and absolutely love it so far, still deciding on a scope to go on it, but cant wait to get to shooting it. My builder said (because of the bad Winchester brass) he would not recommend the 68 Western. I looked at the Waypoint locally and thought is was a really nice gun. Love your content man, great job building the channel and the webpage. Thanks. I mean, I realize you use supersonic ammunition and would have liked to have heard how home-rolled subsonic ammo performed. I decided to to send Fierce an email basically telling them how disappointed I was with the tight chamber and extractor design issues and failure. Im sure the leupold would be better, but for a 700 dollar difference, Ill see how I like the Burris. The torque settings have to be exact and should use friction paper in the bottom rings. Overall, if you forced me to pick a winner in this category, Id probably give it to the Springfield 2020 Waypoint. Weatherby Mark V Weatherby makes a fantastic rifle. Unfortunately, I cant weigh in on the Sauer 100 yet because I havent tried it. The gun feels good in hand and the trigger feels great. love the mauser style trigger guard/magazine. I figured I could get an AR rifle with Sub MOA accuracy that could maybe hit 2 birds with 1 stone. There are a few really nice ergonomic details that Franchi has implemented on their stocks. Will be used mostly for white tail and hogs in Texas. This gun is very accurate, has a great bump pad to absorb recoil (unlike most wood rifles) and has a threaded barrel for good measure. Push it flush with the inside of the trigger guard, and . 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. Weighs under 6 lbs. Ok I concede your right to a degree but there are tons and tons of older made deer rifles on the market.

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