This rifle is really going to be my truck gun. I have 3 Cascades (450 BM, 350 Legend and 308) and there isnt anything about them I dont like. TheBergara Premier Competition Rifle. Straight-wall chambering. Expensive compared to the others. SAAMI Accepts 30 Super Carry As New Standardized Cartridge, SHOT 2022: Federal Premium Announces 30 Super Carry Cartridge, 38 Special Loads: Federals Punch Is a Best Buy Bullet, United States Practical Shooting Association, Masterpiece Arms MPA BA MPR PRO 6mm CM, $2499. Bait n switch, false advertising, and non-existent customer service are SOP. The Premier Competition rifle is offered in 6.5 mm and 6 mm Creedmoor with plans to offer other popular chamberings next year. We learned that The Bears sides grip your firearm well and we were not having to reset our long guns every few shots. The upper part of that same receiver matches a Savage Model footprint which, we are told, is much easier to manufacture. We received an email from Gun Tests reader Michael L. asking us to add the CVA Cascade Rifle to the list of 350 Legend test rifles and continue the comparison. WebProduct Description The Cascade is CVA's first ever bolt-action centerfire rifle. The LR-X is available with two stock and metal finish options and has an MSRP of $675. This fits down into a mortise in the stock. CVA is also working on an adapter that will allow the Accura (which typically uses a 209 primer) to use the Variflame priming system of the Paramount, which uses a rifle primer. Once, while building a 300 AAC AR-15 pistol, we read that a 300 AAC can get full burn on the powder charge in an 8-inch barrel. Join our subscribers list to get the latest news, updates and special offers delivered directly in your inbox. Instructions are actually included on how to do so in Section 6 of the owners manual. The SB Series is designed for those wanting a more compact rifle, especially when using a suppressor (though the original Cascade is also supplied with a threaded muzzle). For 2021, the B-14R, Bergaras full-sized precision trainer, has added .17 HMR and .22 WMR chamberings, in addition to its original .22 LR models. Didnt need it but couldnt resist. It feeds and shot very well for a rifle of any price without modifications. This allows the firearm to be quickly broken down for cleaning or transport. Actions are smooth, fit and finish is good, triggers are great. A nice piece of wood, a good trigger and a compact 20-inch barrel on a rifle that could really shoot. There was a notable difference in the newer rifle. Least accurate with the Federal ammo. Think is has an 18" barrel? Webunder the hide on the opposite side while the second exited. Despite its entry-level MSRP, the Cascade delivers performance and features normally found in rifles at a much higher price point. Might be further? Good Luck dealing with CVA customer service. (RUGER) Savage rifles, including the budget-friendly Axis and Axis II (shown) models, are known for their outof-the-box accuracy. At Long Shot, a 6.5 mm Creedmoor Sidekick was available for our testing. I picked one up with the 100 dollar rebate deal. My Ruger American 16.12" barreled .450 Bushmaster is light as a feather in comparison at 5.5 pounds. We found the Ruger Ranch Rifle, Winchester XPR Hunter, and Savage Model 110 Hog Hunter to provide all that, albeit with a bit less accuracy than we would have liked from a scoped bolt-action rifle. Break open the action. The CVA blows away Tikkas and Thompson Center Ventures I have had in the feel and finish department. The Cascade was CVAs first-ever bolt-action centerfire rifle and new to the Cascade series in 2022 is the SB (short barrel). Watched the price of these for years and I said - "if it goes to @$300 I would probably buy one. The action is a fascinating mixture of proven designs. I have a CVA Cascade in 350 Legend. Those familiar with Remingtons will also notice the expected recoil lug sandwiched between the barrel and the action. This rifle not only has a Remington-style action, it has an old-style Remington-esque trigger. Muzzle velocities were measured via LabRadar (MyLabRadar.com, $559). Shooting standard grade CCI ammunition, the combination made it possible to keep steel targets swinging at 100 yards and beyond. The popular Ruger American design uses a detachable, AR type magazine, making this an instant contender for their .300 AAC and 7.6239 caliber variants. CVA has announced the Cascade XT (X-Treme), a bolt-action rifle that sports weight-reducing barrel fluting and a radial muzzle The Cascade SB features a black graphite cerakote finish with a Veil Tac Black Camo synthetic stock and has an MSRP of $670. Best Buy. Oversized bolt, adjustable iron sights, adjustable LOP, a box magazine, and a threaded barrel. The MSRP of the Sidekick is $2899 and will be available from select dealers. Keeping in mind that CVA is part of the same corporate umbrella as Bergara, we jumped on the opportunity to test out what could be a value-priced rifle made with Bergaras expertise. the new S&W foldable looks good but the profile is much wider. Read the manual. I don't particularly care for the "bladed Savage styles Accutriggers" on any centerfire", so a bare trigger appeals to me. Additionally, it is relatively affordable and features cases that can be remade by hand reloaders from regular 5.56 brass casings. The muzzle is threaded 5824 tpi, and a knurled thread protector comes on the rifle. produced sub-minute-of-angle best groups with five factory loads. The replacement rifle wasnt all that accurate. Even more, they dont require the sacrifice of your first-born male child before the owner is allowed to adjust the trigger. Muzzle velocities were measured via a LabRadar chronograph ($559). Ruger Hawkeye Compact 37139 308 Win., $691. ), Ruger M77 Hawkeye Guide Gun (bolt; .338 Win. All shots for group were done from a Bear model large shooting bag ($185) and a Medium/Flat rear bag ($35), both from RecoilGear.us. I jumped into the 450 craze by buying a Ruger American Ranch rifle. Thanks, but I think everyone understands MOA here. The barrel on our 300 Blackout was 16.5 inches long with a 1:8-inch twist. I have my safe queens. Its a Bergara barrel. Carryover winner from Nov. 2020. Looking at these in 350 Legend for local deer hunting. Our Team Said: The CVA Cascade handles well and shot the best of the three rifles tested. Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives. This hunting rifle features either a 4140 Bergara Premier Mtn 2.0 BPR28-65PRC 6.5 PRC, $1999. WebJoin our newsletter! Empty case removal is accomplished via a plunger-style ejector and a sliding plate extractor. Possibilities.:). All very good questions. Bergara adds one model to their Premier line-up for 2021 with their Competition Rifle. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. We fired using a 13-pound bag called The Bear, plus a rear bag. Note that only currently (or very recently) produced rifles are included in the list that follows. Ruger Hawkeye Predator 17122 223 Rem., $1359. The new Cascade XT builds on this and gets several upgrades, including a heavier 4140 carbon-steel #5 taper-fluted barrel with a radial muzzle brake and a tactical WebCVA Cascade XT initial review - 6.5PRC 6 Mile Outdoors 774 views 11 days ago 400-Dollar Hunting Rifle VS 2,000-Dollar Hunting Rifle hickok45 5.7M views 2 years ago Shot Show Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. I think you did a good job. Production is simplified. But the .308 has an 18.5 barrel. Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. The rifle never failed to impress us. For 2021, CVA has updated their Accura break action muzzleloader with their X-Treme Series. In keeping with our goal of perhaps using these for nocturnal hog hunting, the stock in colored in a Veil Tac Black camo pattern, consisting of medium-gray, charcoal-gray and black tones. Thank you for leaving your comment. Ruger Marksman Adj. Going to pick it up tomorrow. Compact size with a short, stiff, accurate barrel and a great trigger. And it works well with modern sporting rifles. Pride of ownership is also important; if you are not proud of your new rifle and appreciate owning it, you should have purchased something else. Been there done that. Either that or they are rolling out a Gen 3. Loaded with a maximum charge of Blackhorn 209 powder and a PowerBelt (another company under the BPI umbrella) Extended Long Range (ELR) projectile, the set-up could easily ring a steel plate at 300 yards. round, and has been designed to work well at supersonic or subsonic velocities. I'm on my 'severalth' Axis & i'm the first to admit, the stock is an utter garbage fire. The. Both did a great job of staying where they was supposed to on the bench while supporting the rifle. Those were Magtech 123-grain FMJs, Frontier 125-grain FMJs, and Precision Ones 200-grain Nosler hollow points. Come join the discussion about safety, gear, tackle, tips, tricks, optics, hunting, gunsmithing, reviews, reports, accessories, classifieds, and more! Recoil with the 350 Legend is a bit less and energy is a bit greater than the venerable 30-30. We disliked the magazine. WebThere are few really unsatisfactory hunting rifles in the marketplace and most of the poor ones are autoloaders. Remington Model 7 CDL 26423 308 Win., $798. The bolt design incorporates a 70 degree throw for smooth and fast operation, plus generous scope clearance. Fit was tight, but the stock is polymer only. We have many new 6mm, 6.5mm, 26-, 27-, 28-, and 30-caliber offerings and Gun Tests has reported on a number of those. JavaScript is disabled. I talked with both the Customer Service and Warranty Dept supervisors and they said do not send a prepaid return label and it would be on my dime to send it back. After the break in, I had about 1.5 inch groups at 200 yds. Christensen Arms Ridgeline 801-06015-00 6.5 PRC, $1793. Givin it's basically a 150yard rifle is the $200 extra for the cva worth it? Its Our Pick. Do I Have Short or Long Action? Kimber Models 84M / 8400 Select Grade. The various categories group rifles by action type and application. I have one in a 350 legend this year with the new straight wall cartridge rules here in MD and it shoots great and the trigger is great easy to adjust no creep , action is tight and smooth all around im very happy with it, Its awesome man and does a number on deer too. Our Pick. A lot smoother action. Savage M110 Elite Precision 57558 6mm CM, $1999. Nearly as impressive was what was on the end of the Paramounts barrel. I've read some Online reviews, but just looking for field/range experience with it thanks guys. The barrel is Cerakoted and Chambering isnt important as Im more interested in the overal quality and accuracy they offer. For accuracy comparisons, we fired multiple five-shot groups at 100 yards from a well-sandbagged position. Compact size with a short, stiff, accurate barrel and a great trigger. Savage Arms 110 Hog Hunter 223 Rem., $599. Just wondering. Has a barrel made by Bergara, handles/fits very well. As synthetics go, "composite" stocks (usually mostly fiberglass) are far superior to injection-molded plastic stocks. Internals are fine for me, its a truck gun not a competition rifle. Removal is accomplished via a lever on the left rear of the receiver. WebRuger American .308 Win Rifle - 26926 Rating: (1) $749.99 $649.99 Add to Cart Ruger American Predator Rifle 22-250 Rem, Moss Green Syn - 6945 $599.99 $499.99 Add to Cart Ruger American Predator 6.5 Creedmoor Rifle, Moss Green - 6973 Rating: (1) $599.99 $449.99 Add to Cart Ruger American Compact .243 Winchester 18" Rifle, Black - 6908 I think, for example, that a decent trigger (by which I mean adjustable with a smooth pull, clean break and a pull weight of less than four pounds) is very important for accurate shooting, so I am inclined to favor rifles with decent triggers. The Bergara Micro Rimfire (BMR). The trim receiver allowed the longest barrel, while maintaining a compact OAL. I have 38 cast bullet loads to shoot tomorrow and XX number of some SSTs to see how good it will group compared to other 308s Ive had. I have an Axis II in 223 and a Ruger American in 450 bushmaster. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Ruger, CVA and, of course, Winchester have introduced break open and bolt action rifles in this caliber for use where semi-autos for hunting are prohibited. Most companies you can send direct, after obtaining a RA#. The reader will certainly notice that our groups did not average an inch. We'll cover the best bullpup rifles and shotguns, their pros/cons, and the best models out there right now. Ive held both and when I get my hands on the next CVA I see Im going to buy it. Mag. on the firing line. Were not going to list the CVA along with the basement-priced models, but we do think it is priced very reasonably, especially considering some of the features included. Cascade has offers a minute-of-angle guarantee with this rifle, but we didnt quite get there. Good accuracy and dependability. Essentially M70 barrel and trigger minus the other finishes. Anyone else frequently get this message while on mobile device? Daniel Defense firearms, parts and accessories, https://www.savageshooters.com/showthread.php?65770-350-Legend-vs-450-Bushmaster-accuracy, Upland Game hunting, Dogs and dog training. The stock has an adjustable comb that allows hunters who go between areas where scopes are and arent allowed to adapt the comb height to two different sighting systems. Matched with the right suppressor and the CVA rifle, that could be a very interesting system, especially for hog hunting. Ruger Precision Rifle 18032 6mm Creedmoor, $1599. One of the newer cartridges is the 350 Legend. Short length would make it handy. Gear large/heavy rear bag. Christensen Arms MPR 801-03035-01 6mm CM, $1799. They are a definite step up from the Savage/Ruger American class of rifles. Accurate, well-handling short rifle at a good price. I have a CVA Cascade in 350 Legend. Finally, the rifles I'd recommend to left handed shooters are the left handed models of the rifles listed below, when available. If you wanted to sum up CVAs approach to the future of muzzleloading, it would be their tagline .40-cal. The 4140 carbon steel barrel features a threaded muzzle, making it ready for a brake or suppressor whenever you are. This may be CVAs first attempt at building a bolt-action centerfire rifle, but you cant tell it by looking at it. Our Pick. The Accura X-Treme Series comes in two flavors, the LR-X and the MR-X, both available in either .45- or .50-cal. The rifles safety is a thumb-activated two-position rocker switch located on the right side of the receiver just behind the bolt handle. A full-length rifle that looked great and handled well; dropped off half a grade for its just-average accuracy. Straight-wall chambering. The first bolt action bearing the CVA name is an affordable synthetic-stocked big-game rifle that will appeal to budget-conscious hunters. I just bought my second. The BMR is supplied with both a five and a ten-round magazine and comes with a 30 m.o.a. Pictured is the model chambered in .22 LR with a steel barrel. Alas, we fear that lawyers have intervened, and the current-model trigger reminds us more of Remingtons X Mark Pro, which we do not like as much. Only 10 left in stock - order soon. Strike industries makes a good 45 degree offset mount to where you can still fully close the sub2000. Townsend Whelen said only accurate guns are interesting. Take out the Magtech ammo, which none of the three rifles shot well, and we only missed their mark by about 0.3 inches. CZ 550 series. It may not display this or other websites correctly. You have entered an incorrect email address! According to Damon Bungard, BPI Outdoors Senior Marketing Manager, Bergara started 2021 with the goal to blow up our rimfire presence this year. The first step in that direction is the introduction of the Bergara Micro Rimfire (BMR). I read where its trigger can be adjusted in the 2-4# range. You may want to first make sure you like or don't like their trigger first before you truly decide. But please note the guarantee is for three-shot groups (and we had many of those that were sub-inch), but we just werent able to do that with five-shot groups. I know a lot of hunters that shoot Tikkas and Long associated with single-shot rifles and muzzleloaders, The Axis II model has their AccuTrigger. Remove the forearm. That isnt always the case with some of the lesser priced rifles. Howa 1500 H-S Precision HHS62203 6mm CM, $1220. Buy the one you like best, or order it if the store does not have that particular model in the desired caliber in stock. What was questioned, was at what range their MOA Guarantee is good for. Light enough, accurate enough, and inexpensive enough for us to want to keep it. On a range limited to 300 yards, hits with the 6.5 mm Creedmoor Competition Rifle, paired with a Leupold 5HD scope, come too easy. Nor are bespoke custom built rifles, such as the Grulla C-95 bolt action and E-95 double rifles. Yes it is cheaper of all the 350 offering, but it Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. If the shooter is indeed comparing the 350 Legend with the older 30-30, the 350 holds its own just fine. The .22-250 does slightly better than that. This rifle has a short length of pull and a 16.5-inch barrel. A 100% carbon-fiber stock and trim 24-inch barrel make this a premier mountain rifle. Our Pick. The prospective owner should be able to work the controls (bolt, safety, trigger, etc.) He is currently a full-time firearms instructor, teaching, primarily, at. We repeat Read. First one is a black stock wilt blued steel model in 450 BM. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Gun Tests has been independently reviewing firearms since 1989. The factors mentioned above are critical, so if a recommended rifle does not appeal to you, don't buy it. All rights reserved. projectile, which is legal for hunting in a growing number of states, has the advantages of higher velocity and flatter shooting and retains more energy at 500 yards, than .45- or .50-cal. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. For their No. Tikka T3x Lite Stainless JRTXB316 308 Win., $748. Ruger American Ranch Rifle 26985 350 Legend, $442. I am also a fan of wood (walnut or laminated) stocks. The Is Performance Enough? Due to their numbers, bolt action rifles are also grouped into general categories (ultra-deluxe, deluxe, standard and economy) based on approximate price class, grade and place in the manufacturer's line. That is what this article is about. Avoid grab a gun at all costs. Hand finished, the HS Precision Rifle which comes with the company's H.A.C.T. This rifle was developed for use in tight quarters, commonly found in hunting blinds, especially when using a suppressor. This item: Game Reaper 2: Savage Round Receiver, A17, Axis, Stevens 200, Ruger American, Remington 783, CVA Cascade - Long & Short Action - Medium Mount - Tactical, Black, 30mm, 4 Screws per Ring (SW3TM2) $54.74. The HTR takes the features of the original Paramount and places them in a slimmed down stock design finished in Realtree Hillside camo that still features an adjustable comb and internal aluminum bedding block. Here is a review that Sootch00 did recently: https://youtu.be/6AYL-AIqytQ. Manual. We would be interested in trying this rifle in other chamberings and see what it does. Toward that end, we tested three of the current crop of bolt-action rifles chambered in 300 Blackout. Of course, finding the right ammo is part of the journey required by most new rifles. of energy. Twist is 1 in 16 inches, and the muzzle is threaded at 5824 with a thread protector provided. Still having trouble getting a tight group with mine. Designed with the full-sized hunter in mind, this would be a great companion on a coyote hunt. I may value one feature over another for a particular application. If I don't list a particular rifle that you cherish, if does not mean that it is no good; it merely means that either: (a) I find the features of the rifles I did list more desirable, or (b) I am not familiar with it. The wrist of the stock has a very nice palm swell with more of the raised checkering. Mag. The MPA is one of the most popular rifles on the PRS tour. The barrel is free-floating and should stay that way, even with pressure exerted. Value: Fair. It is solid, sturdy, and smooth. I just wish it had a 18 barrel. We examined three rifles chambered for the round in the July 2020 edition of Gun Tests. The CVA fed and ejected all ammo types smoothly. With a 25-inch, stainless steel, fluted barrel, as well as option in their Paramount Pro and new Paramount HTR. The bolt head is a three-lug design that allows a shorter 70-degree throw. Too much rifle and recoil for younger shooters. projectiles. I have .223 and .243 my son has a youth version in .223. I like both stocks but like the feel of the camo soft feel better. The bolt design incorporates a 70 throw for smooth and fast operation, plus generous scope clearance. With youth- and adult-length stocks available, this is a great rifle. A shop fairly close to me has some of these in stock and they have been on my to notice list in my brain for a while may have to step that up a tad. Beautifully put together, but downrange accuracy wasnt up to what we saw with other rifles. WebThe CASCADEs 4140 carbon steel barrel is finished in Cerakote Flat Dark Earth. When I returned my CVA to the factory, they flatly refused to send a prepaid label even though I only had it for 3 days. Support NRA American Hunter DONATE. This year, H&R announced an expansion of its AR-15 lineup, bringing additional "retro" models to the market, including a 9 mm Luger-chambered Colt SMG clone, an M16A2-styled rifle and the carbine-size 723. BPI also owns Bergara, which is renowned for the quality of that brands rifle barrels. A superior varminter that is good enough to shoot in competition, and certainly in the field. JavaScript is disabled. Ill be going with the Federal Fusions. The Timney is $150 for the Ruger American. It uses Bergaras Performance Trigger, which is M700 compatible. Im shopping for the same gun. We could make the stock touch the barrel when squeezing it, but just resting the forend on a bag did not force any contact. It feels like twice the gun for the money and all the reports Ive heard are very good. Accurate with factory ammunition even better with reloads. Shot well both suppressed and unsuppressed. Winchester M70 Fwt SS 535234220 308 Win., $951. Very heat sensitive. If you're thinking of Cascade money, the Ruger American would fit the bill really well. The bottom metal is all polymer, but it is nicely executed. Our Team Said: Average groups for this rifle were a mere 0.2 in. chamberings. The LR-X (long range) has a 30 barrel and the MR-X (mountain rifle) uses a 26 barrel. And the Cascade has a 22 inch.

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