So far really like it FYI. I would also love a video on the Winchester model 70 extreme weather! Though the tightest of those were from outlets that shoot 3-round groups, for what thats worth (well, its worth a tighter average group size). But after that, its likely going to be a custom. Its short, compact, lightweight, sinfully accurate with my handloads, feeds 100%, and adjustable so it fits me perfectly. Glad that rifle is a shooter. And youre right about the cost of Weatherby ammo. There is one drawback to the Tikka T3x Lite. Its a Howa 1500 action in their own pretty cool stock. Price points on the ammo dont put them too far apart when searching on Ammoseek, usually within 5 bucks a box depending upon brand. Know it is not a bolt action rifle, but how does the Henry Long Ranger stack up against these options? It tames the recoil of this 6.6-pound rifle extremely well. With the Sako 85 you get better wood and more metal, but I would rather buy a Tikka T3. Christensen needs to improve its quality control in my opinion. 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. Italians know firearms and so do the Finns. Zero quality control issues. Unless you spend 4-5 G on a custom built left handed. Helping the Franchi Momentum turn in great groups well, helping the shooter do his or her part better is a wonderful factory trigger. Get one , in 30-06 for the purest experience , and youll be convinced ! Lets weed out a few rifles I DONT recommend first. Overall, the rifle is kinda heavy so itd be nice to reduce recoil a bit. Fierce is about $400 more and almost a pound heavier. Its not for me. Any of you guys have any experience with the Burris signature scopes? Franchi, a 150-year-old shotgun manufacturer, clearly felt it was high time an affordable Italian hunting rifle hit U.S. shores. Its an expensive gun but Ive been hearing good things. $599.99. I have been looking for a carbon barrel rifle in a .308 due to ammo availability. I love it. You sound like the new guy that is 25 and has 150 years experience. I have a slue of rifles in many calibers 22LR up to 338WM, except the 7mm mag. Watch my review here. Went on my first hunt (elk) this October. I own the X-Bolt in 7mm Magnum and it is fantastic. 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. Im sure the leupold would be better, but for a 700 dollar difference, Ill see how I like the Burris. To wit: 1. So where are you from originally and where are you now..Im thinking not the US. I\m looking for a good \all around\ big game hunting rifle (elk, whitetail/mule deer, and antelope mostly). Affordable? Franchi, the well-known maker of fine and affordable shotguns, unveiled an updated bolt gun in its Momentum Elite. So Id recommend just paying for it online. I found accuracy to be okay but not great, feeding was okay but not great, and the design was usable, but not really modern. Watch my review of the MPR here. There are a few really nice ergonomic details that Franchi has implemented on their stocks. Just how it shot when the time came. I enjoy watching your videos but havent found any with this specific manufacture. Love the guns review vid on ones under $500 and everything else! Whats your opinion one the tikka t3x upr vs the waypoint 2020? 1. can be top loaded, some of us realize we would be charged a certain premium. What are your thought on the Ruger precision? and the weathermark? keep on the good work and excuse my poor englis. So it is not a 700 rem action like the Bergara, So no MDT chassis at this time to match. Great deal. Does that make sense from what I\ve mentioned? All six chamberings available in U.S.-market Momentums come with a threaded barrel. Action is very heavy and clunky. Stock: A carbon version of Bergaras excellent HMR stock. I just wish there was a better feeling about the Ridgeline. You dont want fine wood and blued steel in the rain on a hunt. Both good guns, I would worry about Franchi suddenly stopping production of this rifle and parts availability going to zero. Have you reviewed the werkman? The CVA Cascade is an exceptional rifle for the price. I\m a big fan of your videos and expertise. I saw your video on the 7mm prc and considered waiting till they came out. I have purchased about 12 different rifles in the sub-$500 price point over the last 3 years to test out for this review. Specifically, I am looking at 300 PRC and .28 Nolser, or 300 Weatherby Magnum. 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. Also, it works great if you quickly manhandle the action. Unsurprisingly, the Momentum is equipped with a synthetic stock. Caliber: .308 Winchester (available in five other calibers, too) 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. The Howa is around $200-$300 cheaper than the Savage. Id love to hear if the model 70 is still relevant. and not hold up good with the recoil? Keep the vids coming, I look forward to seeing them. Why I Picked These Three Rifles Over the Competition. And all the great work you do! Not real excited about paying for a custom build so wondering what you would recommend I consider? Would you take the Waypoint over the Seekins? If you just go in the store, they almost never seem to have any good chambering options. Saving a penny by not buying grease and oil costs you hundreds of dollars in rust repair. It is so fun to shoot and is extremely accurate! Thanks. Any tips on bullet weight and powder brand? They seem to check a lot of the boxes Im looking in a rifle and seem to have a lot of bang for the buck for a rifle just over $500. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Alpha? TOP DEALS View All Deals. Mine is in 223 for chucks. Weight: 6.6 pounds I would love to see you review a Lithgow la102 from Australia. Are you familiar with this cartridge? Feeler gauges became shims for my lathe and mill. 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. I recall in a vid you talked about hunting with Mosin Nagans, the Russian 30.06! Have you ever tested any Franchi hunting rifles? 150 grain federal fusion groups sub 1inch or better every time. Heres a link to that rifle in .30-06. Its a great suppressor. From afar it looks pretty standard, but it does set itself apart in a few ways. I know you like the CVA Cascade, but there are 2 things very important to know about those! Hey there Jim. 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. Your email address will not be published. Ive got a line on a used Seekins Havak Element in 6.5 PRC. Can Italian go to a local gun store and buy one (or any firearm) without a government license or permission? However, if this was not a ringer and indicative of the accuracy to be expected, it would be a great entry level rifle. Im sure a video review by you would certainly help clarify and perhaps sway my views on the Sauer 100s. 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. Scope bases follow the Remington 700 mounting footprint, but the action length does not so only 2-piece R700 bases or separate rings will work. **sorry for posting this comment on another article, but I guess this is the more suitable article for this discussion. $799.00 Add To Cart For Price. Thanks Jim Harmer, great video and data to follow. then I am finally biting the bullet and having a custom gun made. Great review COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. Thoughts? Any thoughts? . ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. I went with the CVA simply for that reason. Jim, Love your channel and have spent most likely 30 plus hours reviewing your videos. I bought a Tikka M550 in 308 while stationed in Germany back in 1984. Is it like the other cheap stocks you mentioned I really don\\\t need an other gun, but what is the best 7mm Mag you suggest? Ive been eyeing them for a while, but the MPR turned me off from the chassis rifles. 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 Keep the good work buddy on your show. Im sold on the 7mm-08 for hunting but am having a hard time deciding/finding a decent rifle chambered in that caliber. Italy has crazy gun control laws, like most of Europe. Its typically priced around $950, but for $100 extra dollars over the $850 budget, you get an adjustable mini chassis. I looked at the Waypoint locally and thought is was a really nice gun. The more you talk the clearer it becomes that youve never held much less used a gun. 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. So happy you out this together as it brings all of your work together and I hope you link to it. However, Ill simply leave this anecdote. (Great videos by the way!!). 1) the quality from rifle to rifle I want a lightweight rifle that has mild Recoil with ballistics similar to 270 Winchester but in a short action. JavaScript is disabled. . Sure, you can have better fit and finish, but it costs more. Mostly hand carried, thick timber and hills in foul weather. I saw you also mentioned something coming at Shotshow but did not see if you talked about this yet. On the flip side, a 60-degree throw is often not always, but usually stiffer, and this was the case here. Was very happy with all of it. You mentioned in your latest live video that youre off the Savage Ultralight these days. Im at a point that I can spend $1500+ for a hunting rifle. I like the fact that you backed your reviews with a substantial reason for the review vs nothing to substantiate the review. The new Franchi Momentum is darn near an exact copy to the Ruger American. Thanks. Model 70s and tons and tons of various 98 Mauser rifles ranging from converted low cost military guns to commercial Mausers that cost thousands. Hey Jim, I would love to hear your imput on which rifle you prefer between the Ruger American, CVA Cascade, and the Winchester XPR. What is your opinion on the Edge vs Rival? The internal box magazine holds four rounds. Tikka T3X or Franchi Momentum Elite - ALDEER.COM Aldeer.com Copyright 2001-2022 Aldeer LLP. 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. I really like the Springfield waypoint but it is out of my price range but definitely the nicest rifle Ive held!