TIKKA is proven, Franchi has some good reports. As Im new to the shooting world Im still undecided on a long range target rifle. If you want to hunt larger game like elk, then Id recommend getting the same rifle in .30-06 Springfield. If I were buying a new hunting rifle today and I could drop $2,300, Id pick the Fierce Rogue with a steel action. Overall, the rifle is kinda heavy so itd be nice to reduce recoil a bit. Two of them shoot 270s and one in 25-06. Hardware: Franchi Momentum Elite Varmint | An Official Journal Of The NRA . Watch my review here. Would I buy this rifle? Not a Sako to be seen ? A lot of older rifles are very superior to these entry level rifles. 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. FRUSTRATING. I agree with you 100 percent it is a home run for Springfield!!! I found not too long ago a Husqvarna Mauser for $400 bucks in like new condition. I did go looking for the reloading equipment you mentioned and more on acquiring lowers ahead of time, yet unable to find. 1) the quality from rifle to rifle Not real excited about paying for a custom build so wondering what you would recommend I consider? Do you know a lot about rifles. It tames the recoil of this 6.6-pound rifle extremely well. In this price range, this rifle appears to be a very good value. I\m a big fan of your videos and expertise. Great choice in a gun. Thanks for the videos, they have been great! What is your opinion on the Edge vs Rival? So where are you from originally and where are you now..Im thinking not the US. when buying a boltaction rifle to be used for hunting,do you prefer a safety that locks the bolt down,or one that allows you to work the action.I prefer the type that locks the bolt. You know, turning ammo into noise kind of use. NRA Gun Of The Week: Franchi USA Momentum Elite Varmint Push it flush with the inside of the trigger guard, and . If you are looking at that sub $1000 rifle check out the Bergara Wilderness Ridge (Mine was $850). When will you be putting the Seekins HAVAK PH2 through its paces? Maybe not, but I have been caught in down pores and all the morons that were with me came back to the car with rust on their guns but not me. Franchi Momentum .308 Win Threaded 22" Bbl Htr Gry BA Rifle 41533. Gun #: 999725884. Tikka or Franchi - 24hourcampfire and it just feels right. Then I bought an Alaskan 338 Win Mag Laminate in Stainless. A very solid four stars here for the Franchi Momentum bolt-action rifle. Do you have any experience or thoughts on the JTAC? Nearly every touch-point Ive had with the company shows obvious signs of errors. Thanks in advance. Vlad is an asshole in general who needs to go away. Two shots were thrown right out of the group and the barrel was not yet even very warm. You mentioned the cheap filling stock. Would like to buy a Tikka Super Varmint barrel and action with MDT chassis but am also considering Bergara UpR. I too had nailed it down to the Savage or the Ruger American Rifle. Never shot 6.5 but all I hear are good things whats your opinion. They need to get their stuff together first. Ive been eyeing them for a while, but the MPR turned me off from the chassis rifles. Seems like the bergara barrel profile would be better for larger cartridges. Vlad is typical progtard. Id go with the Sako in that case. However, if this was not a ringer and indicative of the accuracy to be expected, it would be a great entry level rifle. Jim, Ive owed most of the brands youve mention here. Great choices, Andrew. I agree with you. In regards to the CVA and the Bergara, Im looking at getting one or the other in 7mm Mag. Problem with the Savage 110 ultralight is the plastic magazine. 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. Even on safe, the bolt can be manipulated to chamber or eject a round. Another group was slightly more evenly distributed but similar in size. The Elite Varmint, introduced last year, should readily . Any help deciding? I really don\\\t need an other gun, but what is the best 7mm Mag you suggest? The Winchester Model 70 should be the rifle you compare all the others too. The Weatherby Vanguard comes in several different editions. Advice? Some people get a good one, others get a lemon. 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. However, Ill simply leave this anecdote. I really like the Springfield waypoint but it is out of my price range but definitely the nicest rifle Ive held! Unless you spend 4-5 G on a custom built left handed. I have mostly x bolt now and really like them but dont think onyx chassis is made for brownings so thinking the tikka t3x but wanted your opinion. I think a majority of Americans know the old saying you just took a paragraph to explain. What do you think? Availability might be part of the problem. I looked at the Waypoint locally and thought is was a really nice gun. Thanks so much, you guys are great! Commissions are earned for links to Brownell's, Amazon, MidwayUSA, GoHunt, OpticsPlanet, Sportsman's Warehouse, and other retailers. However, I kill a lot of elk where Im from, and my smaller 6.5s dont produce the knock down effect I had with the Weatherby. Never worried much about how my rifle looked either before or after the hunt. On the range, the Franchi Momentum Elite Varmint is a bit larger and heavier compared to some of the thinner and shorter barreled Momentum rifles, coming in at 9 lbs., 6.4 ozs. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. I\m relatively new to the channel & website, and it has quickly become a favorite of mine. (The extra mags are also only like $20 which is nice, too.) PS. Thats a nice collection. Model 70s and tons and tons of various 98 Mauser rifles ranging from converted low cost military guns to commercial Mausers that cost thousands. Again not a spot of rust. Would love to see your review on the Australian built Lithgow if you havent fired one yet I am sure you will be blown away by it in build quality, accuracy and value considering we are paying $900 for rifles worth $350 in America. Its the classic , its The One , its stood the test of time , its been around longer than the rest and will still be here long after these other rifles have fallen out of fashion. Mostly hand carried, thick timber and hills in foul weather. Hey there Jim. I wish more gun writers would be as informative. Very accurate, handles recoil well, and easily in your price point with room to spare. Good read. bolt turn was a bit rough out of the box. Same as you, I wish the offerings were a bit better. Gun Review: Franchi Momentum Rifle in .308 Win The internal box magazine holds four rounds. Sorry youtube is being such a pain in the ass to you as well. Hornady Precision hunter was working well in mine. Shut up Vlad. Do you have any other recommendations or would you like to sell the Savage? Accuracy * * * * * 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. Shot yesterday and shot at 200, 300 and 400 yards, 1/2-3/4 MOA. Great to see honest reviews that are very entertaining hope to see many more. Some day Ill give one a more fair look. TOP DEALS View All Deals. Thanks, I have looked all over and cant find out much about these. 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. a few few hundred cycles smoothed it right up. I am from Canada- and watching your channel for quite a time. Seller: Ammo And Arms. It weighs a little heavy per the stats, Ill admit but at that price point, its very hard to ignore especially since lightweight after-market chassis can cost as much as the base model B-14, Rem 700, Tikka T3, etc. Love your videos and reviews thanks a ton. Your email address will not be published. Trigger pull is most critical for me. Solid brass bullet ,which I really like. A fairly vertical pistol grip offers comfortable control from most any shooting position. Have you ever made a review of the Schultz & Larsen rifle? Along with it is 2-position safety that . I have been eyeing the ruger go wild.I like the heavier barrel profile. That\s not a total game changert now there are other choices. Love you work and your research is unparalleled. Browning X-Bolt Pro I like the X-Bolt Pro. 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). Can you, or have you already, done a review on the Bergara Premier Divide ? Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Do you have any experience with the Franchi? Meet the Franchi Momentum Bolt-Action Rifle. Jim, based on your reviews and several others, Id really like go with the 6.8 Western. I got it in 6.5 creedmoor for deer hunting. I have purchased about 12 different rifles in the sub-$500 price point over the last 3 years to test out for this review. Are you familiar with this cartridge? 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. 80lbs maybe. Well yeah man its a larger case. Just easier to carry in hand, never a sling. Know it is not a bolt action rifle, but how does the Henry Long Ranger stack up against these options? Nothing problematic, but clearly noticeable. Hi Jim, I love your reviews and think you are the best reviewer I have come across. Would you please review the a CZ 600 Alpha? Ha! The budget rifle video and cartridge wars are among my fav on YouTube for hunting alone. Id say Im in the sub-$1,500 range. Im sure the leupold would be better, but for a 700 dollar difference, Ill see how I like the Burris. Id prefer 7mm-08, but 6.5 is the newest kid on the block. Slim Fit Leather Jackets brings this iconic jacket from animation to reality, especially for all the fans of this video game. 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. 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. Have you ever tested any Franchi hunting rifles? You mentioned it once but I cant find a video where you review it? Affordable? Would love a Tikka, but your notes on them provide the info for not making the cut. Bergara B14 Hunter? I just wish there was a better feeling about the Ridgeline. excellent trigger. I am stuck between the tikka t3x and the Bergara b14. Dumped lots of Deer, Black Bear and Moose with it. I have been looking for a carbon barrel rifle in a .308 due to ammo availability. I own a 6.5-.300 Wby and reload my own ammo. Thanks for any input. Fierce Rival I really like my Fierce Rival chambered in 6.5 PRC. Thank you for your time and effort. As a side note, I have a Sako 85 from Cabelas. I might add for a hunting rifle the 6.5 Swede is superior to the 6.5 Screedmore. Ive been kicking around trying out the 28 Nosler just to pick up a bit more performance at 500+ ranges. More velocity with the heavier bullets which by the way do not work so well in the 6.5 Creedmore. Mine shoots 1/2 MOA with handloads, Available in: 6 Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, .308 Win, Available in: 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, .308 Win, 300 Win Mag. Same for Austria and Glock. The scope hasnt moved for years now and I have shot it quite a bit. I know you like the CVA Cascade, but there are 2 things very important to know about those! So if you are shooting 300 win mag, will it throw inaccurate shots on the 3rd shot (or even the 2nd)? 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 stock looks like a varmint/tactical/long range/hunting compromise, and may do those thing well, its just not what I was looking for. Have you fired the Sako 85 Finnlight? Never bother with a Winchester M70, because I thought it was old fashion. You havent included Winchester in your reviews. Thanks for your time Jim, love the channel! I'll stick with my Tikkas, they make me happy! I know its very high end but with a replaced hip and knee, I want anchored shots and believe that cartridge is a slight upgrade on the venerable 300WM. If so have they made any notable changes to this model over previous models? Ill be using it in the Southern Rockies for context. Also, I am 62 and getting tired of the recoil my 7mm Rem Mag and .270 has, would the 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC or 7mm-08 be a good alternative? I am looking for an all purpose dependable rifle to handle more than one role. You mentioned in your latest live video that youre off the Savage Ultralight these days. Im looking for an elk rifle. I reload, so Ive been able to work on the load. What are your thought on the Ruger precision? I would like something under 6# for $2000 or less with a carbon wrapped barrel. Jim, I havent seen you review any CZ rifle, any cause un particular? Those all sound like good options. Caliber: .308 Winchester (available in five other calibers, too) Anyway, love the Backfire channel. Might want to hold off a month or so. Overall * * * * Fun to read through this after watching all the vids. This is Franchis first rifle and they want into the market place are keeping the price low. I loved the way it shot and felt. Sorry its been so long since I have followed up on this, but didnt want to post on this rifle till I had some time with it and straightened out a problem Ive been having with my scope. The data-driven nature of the content is extremely helpful. And based on my limited sample size, this budget rifle seems to prefer budget ammo. 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. Im well aware that there is stiff competition in the semi-custom rifle category. American Hunter's first reports of it indicated excellent fit and function and accuracy. I like the Sig Cross because its lightweight, easily adjustable to fit me or my kids, very accurate, and the short barrel and folding stock make it easily packable for hunts. Its an EXCELLENT do-all caliber. I have watched your reviews on both, so maybe your opinion on whether itd be worth the additional money To go with the Waypoint. I knew an unknown secret that they did not know, its called grease and oil. I stewed over it for a minute but he made me answer, and I said to go with the Tikka T3x Lite. As a matter of fact these days it usually sucks. That one is on my radar and Id love to hear your thoughts on it. Id probably go with the Weatherby, but both guns will be very accurate. I do like the 300wm type power but its been a challenge researching top recommendations. Iv shot most all Its a scaled down, lighter weight Sako TRG action with a Sako barrel and trigger. My initial impression is that it is a pretty standard budget bolt gun. Along with the detail you put into your reviews of new ammo like the 6.5 and now 7 PRC. I just have to say thank you I really appreciate your unbiased and honest opinions. 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.