Battle of the Sub-$700 Rifles: Who wins?

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  • @ianscottlewis
    @ianscottlewis Год назад +33

    Great video. I have to question the "no Savage" - while I agree that their blued rifles leave questions, however they do offer other barrel finishes. A number of models under $700US. They are known to be accurate, lots of great features ( accutrigger, accustock, accufit) and a very solid aftermarket. Not trying to be a Debbie Downer, but I don't think it's fair to judge Savage Arms on their entry level Axxis. I believe the Savage Model 110 Storm is sub$700 US (I'm in Canada, so they all cost more here)
    Great video but I'd love to see Savage get a fair shake

  • @noammobro
    @noammobro Год назад +7

    Did research on rifles under $1k that I could buy for my first hunting rifle about a year ago or so. All roads lead me to CVA. Then I started looking at videos on YT about the CVA Cascade. Backfire did a review on it that helped me confirm my choice too. I bought a 6.5 CM and have been really happy with it so far. All my friends have shot it at the range and they love the factory trigger. I've gotten compliments on how nice it looks too in the CRKT Blued/Killik K2 Camo pattern I chose. I'm happy to see that it was one of the rifles that came out on top in this video! I knew I made the right decision!

  • @Rico11b
    @Rico11b Год назад +60

    Nice video once again. It's a real shame that the cost of these rifles has doubled in the last 3 years. Their quality didn't double, or even half again improve.

    • @eduardoolaechea
      @eduardoolaechea Год назад +12

      That's because the dollar has devaluated throughout the last couple of years. It has nothing to do with those rifles' quality.

    • @cbsbass4142
      @cbsbass4142 Год назад +14

      @@eduardoolaechea Biden.

    • @eduardoolaechea
      @eduardoolaechea Год назад +4

      @@cbsbass4142 right

    • @skypilot805
      @skypilot805 Год назад

      As much as no one likes Biden, he has little to do with it. Thank the Federal Reserve, for taking us off the gold standard and devaluing the Dollar for about 90 years now. The US Dollar isn't going to last much longer, and we may see hyperinflation in the near future.

    • @zerotodeal
      @zerotodeal Год назад +5

      It's a shame the price of eggs more than doubled

  • @johnkaraphillis754
    @johnkaraphillis754 Год назад +53

    Good video. Hopefully a $1500 and under review is in the future. Sad to see Ruger’s reputation dwindle over the years. The ‘77 and No. 1 were great rifles with quality and accuracy.

    • @hedge7743
      @hedge7743 Год назад +4

      My 77 and my Hawkeye are my favorite hunting rifles that I own!

    • @anthonygerber8261
      @anthonygerber8261 Год назад

      I don't want to jinx it but the Ruger MPR AR556 runs well. Same with the 10/22. Idk about their bolt guns though.

    • @wesleyg848
      @wesleyg848 Год назад +1

      They’re higher end rifles are still gtg. You buy a budget rifle ( American) from them and you’re going to get budget results.

    • @jaydunbar7538
      @jaydunbar7538 Год назад +2

      Ruger American is still a marvelous rifle at its price point, it’s not that the Ruger reputation is dwindling it’s that other have introduced budget rifles of similar quality as competition. Every one of these rifles shown is better then what was available 30 years ago for an entire months salary instead of just a few days to a week worth like they are now.

    • @DJUwU
      @DJUwU 11 месяцев назад +1

      Rugers reputation is still the best economy gun brand. Quality is great for the price…unbeatable most of the time actually…
      It’s just…you can’t compare budget to mid tier/top tier…cause there’s only so much you can manufacture with $300

  • @hopshlooken
    @hopshlooken Год назад +45

    CVA just keeps getting better over the decades. Great video. Thanks for your hard work. Much appreciated.

    • @keithprinn720
      @keithprinn720 Год назад +1

      love to see this compared to slightly more expensive rifles like tikka and bergaras

    • @c.r.rg9529
      @c.r.rg9529 11 месяцев назад +1

      Yes and they use bergara barrels

    • @gk5891
      @gk5891 11 месяцев назад

      Yes, I like BPI Products. Both CVA and Bergara branded.
      $699.99 Bergara B14.
      $599.99 CVA Cascade.
      $499.99 Franchi Momentum
      $399.99 (After $100 Rebate) CZ 600 Alpha
      Honorable Mention
      $295
      Springfield 1903A3
      22" Douglas Barrel in .35 Whelen
      Plain uncheckered Griffin and Howe pattern Walnut Stock.
      Redfield Aperture Sight
      The last option was just so cool compared to a Savage Axis I had to include it, many old rifles like this lingering in local pawnshops.

  • @mountainmantravels927
    @mountainmantravels927 Год назад +5

    I just picked up the Begara B14 Hunter in 308 last weekend. It's my first personally owned rifle.

  • @jlyons6778
    @jlyons6778 Год назад +21

    A comparison of the Howa, Ruger American and rem 700 in .223 would be good. They’re the 3 most common “budget” rifles(under $1000AUD) in Australia, love the reviews very in depth

    • @alanhow3575
      @alanhow3575 Год назад +2

      Yep, for some reason 1lb of extra weight means the world to them. Slung well I don’t have an issue with my .308.

    • @lk9456
      @lk9456 Год назад +1

      I’ve had all 3 tho the rem was a 300 wm
      Id say if I had to pick between the 223’s I’d take the howa closely followed by a sharp stick, followed by go fishing, and if I had to take the ruger I’d sell it like I did
      And the ruger was twice as much as the howa

  • @MadAColt
    @MadAColt Год назад +29

    Those that do not own a Cascade do not know what they're missing. It's a wonderful piece that punches above its weight in almost all categories.

    • @hedge7743
      @hedge7743 Год назад

      I'm really curious about this one. Some of the other CVA bolt actions were really bad. Can you tell me what they did differently on the Cascade? Thanks!

    • @lancekrystoff9619
      @lancekrystoff9619 Год назад +4

      @@hedge7743CVA has never made a bolt action rifle prior to the Cascade. Perhaps you’re thinking of Thompson Center?
      Regardless the CVA Cascade is probably one of the best rifles on the market at its price point. Possibly the best.

    • @stevenmueller7712
      @stevenmueller7712 Год назад +3

      I just bought one today in 300 winmag

    • @lancekrystoff9619
      @lancekrystoff9619 Год назад +2

      @@stevenmueller7712 They’re a great rifle for the money. I think you’ll be satisfied.

    • @jmgates09
      @jmgates09 Год назад +2

      My cva 6.5 prc shoots lights out no complaints

  • @kaidgorringe120
    @kaidgorringe120 Год назад +11

    The cva cascade has a bergara barrel that's threaded and generally much cheaper than the true bergara. Great gun

  • @jeffreydohl6036
    @jeffreydohl6036 Год назад +2

    I really enjoy these videos. I do want to make one statement that hopefully you will like for your viewers.
    I bought a used Mossberg Patriot in 300WinMag. It kicks like a mule. I will eventually put a Muzzle Brake on it.
    Anyway, I've been working up a load using Nosler 210gr. Accubond LR.
    With a different bullets and powder combination, I could get a much better group.
    With this combination I am getting .730 groups at 100 yards.
    In any of my guns factory or my custom built, I've always had problems getting tight groups with the Accubonds.
    Ballistic Tips, Berger or Sierra, I have no problem getting at least .500" out of them.
    I may switch it up in the Mossberg Patriot just to see what I can do.
    This is a very nice rifle for the money and works amazing. Hope it helps anyone who's curious about it.
    Thanks,
    Jeff D.

  • @billwell9266
    @billwell9266 Год назад +4

    Love my Franchi in .243. Used it last 2 deer seasons and got a wall mounter both years ... must be a lucky gun!

  • @bradleytyrrell4417
    @bradleytyrrell4417 Год назад +5

    Bloody great video champion.. the bergara b14 in some modles has a threaded muzzle and the price is only $50-$150 more than the hunter... here in Australia

  • @markgeissler5101
    @markgeissler5101 Год назад +18

    Great video with lots of data. I can’t imagine how long it took to accumulate all this data. Thank you. It’s unfortunate there wasn’t a Savage 110 in the mix. They make some rifles at this price point. But, oh well. Great work!

    • @brandiwynter
      @brandiwynter Год назад +2

      I agree, that's what I was looking for. Unfortunately, all the stainless versions are over the price limit by a fair bit and he DQ'd the non-stainless versions for rust issues. I'm curious if it's only the Axis series that rust or all of them? The Savage 110 Desert Tactical sure looks good at just a pinch over $700.

    • @hedge7743
      @hedge7743 Год назад +2

      ​@brandi wynter In my experience it is just the Axis. The 110's and 111's are solid.

    • @brandiwynter
      @brandiwynter Год назад

      @@hedge7743 My first hunting rifle was a Savage 116 FCSS "Weather Warrior" .30-06 which I eventually sold and bought the exact same rifle with the new (at the time) Accu-stock. Now they have the Accu-fit stock but the guns are too pricey these days for me to upgrade again. I've always owned the stainless steel versions. I'm definitely a Savage fan girl.

    • @peterthiessen4573
      @peterthiessen4573 Год назад

      @@brandiwynter i have the 110 tactical in 6.5 cm and i haven’t had any issues with rust on it. To be fair i live and shoot in a super dry climate. It is a good shooter for sure. Also it has mine has extremely light trigger out of the box which i love. The main issue I’ve had with it is having to replace the extractor spring and ball bearing

    • @brandonherth2978
      @brandonherth2978 Год назад +1

      I’ve never had a rust issue with any Axis I’ve owned (4 now).

  • @hedge7743
    @hedge7743 Год назад +9

    I think you nailed the "Average American" price point on this one! Yes, i do know people with 1K+ rifles, but they are the minority. (I only own one) Thanks for adding the Howa disclaimer! I would take one and suggest one in a heartbeat. Thanks, Jim!

    • @Drgunzo616
      @Drgunzo616 Год назад +1

      Yeah the Howa 1500 is great. Just picked up a full dip in .308. for me the weight isn't a concern because I'm going to use it mainly for target shooting. But I am also in the market for a smaller caliber. CVA Cascade was at the top of my list and this review helps solidify that decision over some of the other offerings.

    • @jaydunbar7538
      @jaydunbar7538 Год назад +1

      I got a vanguard in part for that extra pound, it’s for hunting and is in 7 rem mag so didn’t want it to be to light. I’d like it to be enjoyable enough to shoot that it’s not a struggle to put in the appropriate trigger time to be on my A game for my elk hunts.

  • @heterodox3487
    @heterodox3487 Год назад +7

    Outstanding review, appreciate your hard work and $. Right now Mauser M18 rifles are listed over $900 everywhere I looked. Now that's some serious inflation!

    • @brett7794
      @brett7794 Год назад

      Glad I bought mine 2 years ago $450 brand new lol 😅

    • @heterodox3487
      @heterodox3487 Год назад +1

      ​@@brett7794👍I ended up with a Cascade XT under $700 shipped because of this video. No complaints

    • @lcalexander5070
      @lcalexander5070 9 месяцев назад

      just purchased mine...$1250- Australia

  • @jakevaquera4921
    @jakevaquera4921 Год назад +5

    love this video! in the future it’s be cool to see a compare on premium hunting rifles( fierce, CA, seekins etc…) i also understand they’re very expensive

    • @jakevaquera4921
      @jakevaquera4921 Год назад

      or even more reviews on fierce arms. not a lot of people review them on youtube.

  • @AKben1775
    @AKben1775 Год назад +2

    I have a CVA Cascade in 300WM, super happy with it. Great breakdown video.

  • @kellyrick4365
    @kellyrick4365 Год назад +1

    I have a Bergara HMR B-14 I just love. The thing is a tack driver. Thanks for your commitment!!!

  • @jonathanmitchell3733
    @jonathanmitchell3733 Год назад +7

    That mauser is really a nice little rifle. I’ve had mine on two hunts already. Looking forward to this years springbuck hunt

    • @mikes8915
      @mikes8915 Год назад +1

      Spring buck hunt! where do you live ?

    • @peterrobinson5438
      @peterrobinson5438 Год назад +1

      ​@@mikes8915That will be South Africa

    • @mikes8915
      @mikes8915 Год назад +1

      Damn lucky we only get 2 weeks in November to deer hunt. Also I didn't know you guys could have guns

    • @jonathanmitchell3733
      @jonathanmitchell3733 Год назад

      I missed the one springbuck I got a shot on, but got two blesbuck instead. The wind was crazy.
      We can hunt whole year round on private game fenced farms, and other places it’s about 4 months hunting season.

  • @williamgoldston5803
    @williamgoldston5803 Год назад +2

    I bought a CVA cascade for my son in law. I was so impressed with it I bought myself one in the short barrel 308 win Model. It is great.

  • @benf8487
    @benf8487 Год назад +8

    Howa 1500/ Weatherby Vangaurd have got to me my favorite in this category. Most Howa 1500's come with a threaded barrel and come in shorter configurations which edges them out for me.

    • @maddmatt02
      @maddmatt02 Год назад +1

      Got my 1500 scoped (cheap nikko sterling but it works) in 6.5prc a few months back for 398 bucks. Jumped 200 bucks a few days later but so far I love this thing.

  • @TangoOne
    @TangoOne Год назад +1

    Just ordered a Tikka t3x stainless in 6.5cm based on your "under $750" video which I will be building up for long range target shooting. Thankyou for these videos

  • @jonquirk9582
    @jonquirk9582 Год назад +4

    I'm surprised there's no savage 110. I know you had a bad switchback. But over all the 110 is a stellar rifle for the under 750 price

  • @patrickbaratz7135
    @patrickbaratz7135 Год назад +8

    How about a sub $1500 or $1200 video? I think that’s the sweet spot where you can get really good quality stuff but not break the bank.

  • @lawrencegale370
    @lawrencegale370 Год назад +2

    What about the Browning AB3? I got the Hunter model with a walnut stock for just over $500. Shoots MOA, pretty lightweight and is much better built than the plastic junk like the Savage or Ruger. Browning doesn't sell throw-away rifles.
    Also the Sauer 100 comes with a wooden stock and has the same build as the Mauser 18 but a lot better finish.

  • @reganjeremiah08
    @reganjeremiah08 Год назад

    Thanks Jim. I have a Ruger American Ranch that has served me well (6 deer harvested), but from the factory the action was rough. Did some amateur gunsmithing on it which really helped but shouldn’t have been necessary. I’ll recommend my sons consider the Mauser and CVA.

  • @mire2801
    @mire2801 Год назад +1

    I love my CVA Cascade. I have the same one as your test model, and it shoots -7-.8 MOA. I couldn't be happier. 😏 Thanks for your great video.

  • @SqueakyWheelMakesNoise
    @SqueakyWheelMakesNoise 11 месяцев назад +1

    Good video with great information. I subbed. Love the smile while you showing off these cool rifles.

  • @nataliedeyton6829
    @nataliedeyton6829 Год назад +3

    If I’m not mistaken all the CVA guns use bergara barrels

  • @tylersimmons3505
    @tylersimmons3505 Год назад +4

    I think the new Remington rifles should get a shot. I recently purchased the new ADL, and I can say at least for my rifle, it is MUCH improved over the 2007-2022 Remington.

    • @hedge7743
      @hedge7743 Год назад +1

      Good to hear that!

  • @rossbagley2734
    @rossbagley2734 Год назад +1

    Bergara b14 comes factory threaded in New Zealand! Mine did

  • @jamesroberts-kv1xy
    @jamesroberts-kv1xy Год назад +2

    Great review man! Would love to see a review on the browning ab3 hunter in .308

  • @Ben-ry1py
    @Ben-ry1py Год назад +1

    Awesome stuff! thanks so much for all the work you do for us! I'm a little sad that my go wild didn't do better, but I'm glad lower priced rifles are so dang good!

  • @ryanpointer2703
    @ryanpointer2703 Год назад +3

    Dude my CVA is absolute amazing! I’m pulling 2 moa at 300 yards! It’s an incredible quality rifle and the trigger is the best for the price period! You’ll never want to return a CVA cascade!!

    • @heterodox3487
      @heterodox3487 Год назад

      Caliber and cartridge would be useful info!

    • @redrock425
      @redrock425 Год назад

      6 inches at 300yd isn't that great 🤔

    • @jimedick9496
      @jimedick9496 Год назад

      @@redrock425
      I don’t think he understands how MOA works. I think he’s talking about 2 inch groups at 300 yards.
      I own a CVA Cascade in 6.5 PRC. It’s truly a tack driver and I can consistently hit under MOA at 1000 yards. I have several rifles that are more expensive than the $600 I spent on the CVA, yet it out performs all of them. Granted, the CVA is chambered for the 6.5, and that cartridge is made for accuracy.

  • @GF2007-j3j
    @GF2007-j3j Год назад

    I recently bought a Howa 1500, fitted to a GRS Fenris stock. Haven't been unhappy for a minute. Took it hunting this year (Karoo,South Africa) and was very satisfied.

  • @barackmycat9448
    @barackmycat9448 Год назад +4

    That`s the way to do a comparison review. My only complaint with Ruger (All Rugers) is the shitty triggers. CVA for the win!

  • @colegaultney6115
    @colegaultney6115 Год назад +1

    This is a follow up to my previous review of the Mauser M18. After refinish ING the barrel and stiffening the stock I sighted it in today. I was amazed at the accuracy of this rifle. This rifle makes me look like an expert. Mauser you need to improve the externals but the accuracy and trigger are excellent
    I will be keeping this rifle!!

  • @atomyk13
    @atomyk13 Год назад +1

    I have a CVA Cascade in 350L and it is always a joy to shoot

  • @camsam2525
    @camsam2525 7 месяцев назад

    Hey, Backfire! I can’t tell you how much I alleviate the work you put into your videos, and the incredible knowledge and testimony you offer!
    That being said, I’ve got a questioning was hoping you’d see and be able to answer. With your help, I’ve come to be torn between buying the CVA Cascade and the Weatherby Vanguard. They each one head to head competitions from your comparison contests and I’m wondering, which would you suggest between the two? Seems impossible to choose. I’m looking thinking specifically 30-06, if that matters towards your judgement.
    Thanks for the hours of great videos I’ve reached this week after discovering you!

  • @kevinsulak4258
    @kevinsulak4258 Год назад +1

    Using factory ammo I got 1.25 MOA with my mossberg patriots with the vortex crossfires that came on them. After upgrading the scope I consistently shoot .75 to 1.0 MOA at 100 yards. I have the gun in both 30-06 and 308. May be hit and miss on gun quality, could be I just found the ammo my guns like, but I seem to have gotten two different quality ones. I have had the 30-06 for almost 3 years and the 308 for a year.

  • @Bergara65
    @Bergara65 Год назад +2

    I’ve been very happy with my CVA cascade in 7mm REM Mag.

  • @jameslyman2230
    @jameslyman2230 Год назад +1

    The cascade does not have a quality mag. It may feed, but I have personally seen how loading one up made the bottom fall out of the plastic mag.

  • @customS197Roush
    @customS197Roush Год назад

    I love my Mauser M18 in 308. I bought it back in 2018 when they were first available, it had no sub models, only came in about 5 calibers, and didn't have a threaded barrel. I bought a Mossberg Patriot Revere in 300 WM when I moved to Alaska a few years ago thinking it would replace my Mauser. But the accuracy at even 100 yards doesn't even come close to my Mauser. So I still use my M18 for large game I thought I'd use my Patriot for because I'd rather have that reliable shot placement over the more powerful cartridge.

  • @garye3502
    @garye3502 Год назад

    Das Original! Wunderbar! I bought mine in .30-06 and I love it. Great rifle.

  • @brians2733
    @brians2733 Год назад +4

    I have been looking for a .350 legend for hunting in Ohio. Thanks for confirming my research. Also, would love to see the Sauer XT 100 included in these tests.

    • @davebaker7985
      @davebaker7985 Год назад +2

      Found one in Ohio at fin feather fur not too long ago, had the cascade and cascade xt in 350 legend, great shooter. And it likes the Winchester rounds, who_tee_who has a video of 350 legend rounds different brands on the cascade

    • @waylananders3514
      @waylananders3514 Год назад +1

      I have a savage 110 in the 350 legand like he said in the video winchester ammo is not very good but I get a .75 inch group at 100 with hornady whitetail and. 80 with the Barnes vortex

  • @zzznor1137
    @zzznor1137 Год назад

    Just sanded down the magazine lip on my ruger American and it’s run perfect ever since. A less than 5 minute fix isn’t too bad for the price of the rifle.

  • @srsatlaf4730
    @srsatlaf4730 Год назад

    This review is very pertinent and on point for the majority of shooters.

  • @22bikerbob
    @22bikerbob Год назад

    Rustoleum spray paint works great on a Savage Axis barrell. Add a netting sleeve and use the camo color after the initial coat/ not removing the netting until it dries adds a good cosmetic touch& the rust problem is over.

    • @22bikerbob
      @22bikerbob Год назад

      More accurate rifle cheap.

  • @texpatriot8462
    @texpatriot8462 Год назад +1

    I figured CVA did something like buy the rights to the ThmpsonnCentdr design and update it. Looking at it more closely, I note that it has the "open" top ejection port of more traditional rifles. Very impressed and if I was in the market, I would look hard at their offering.

  • @chandler7130
    @chandler7130 10 месяцев назад

    the first rifle i bought was a standard ruger american about 10 years ago if not more, and i have had 0 issues with it. i have used it a ton and have had a pellet gun scope on it the whole time. i get sub .5 moa at 100 yards. prolly my most accurate and reliable rifle still today. no upgrades. only thing i can say that is a negative is that during hunting season it can rust quite fast if you don’t take care of it when it’s cold and wet outside.

    • @chandler7130
      @chandler7130 10 месяцев назад

      guess quality control might be the issue for some. i might have gotten their best of the bunch while others can get crappy rifles. they are very cheap so that might be how they cut on cost

  • @parkerriley918
    @parkerriley918 Год назад +2

    You should try the Sauer 100 as well. Priced at about the same as the mauser

  • @jacksonthomas9311
    @jacksonthomas9311 Год назад +4

    I like it. 👍. I think a weatherby vanguard should be included in this test though! I believe it would rank right near the top!

  • @cbsbass4142
    @cbsbass4142 Год назад

    When I last checked Kimber's not even offering a Walnut Stock anymore, but still want too much. for the few styles they have left. I just started buying used Savage 110s and Stevens 200s with old style slotted lock nuts and ordering new barrels for them, then slapping on Timney triggers. I try to get blind magazines then I don't have to worry about cheap plastic magazines. I kinda like the Bergara B-14 Timber (only for the Walnut) but would not consider any of the rest you have there. DO not want a threaded muzzle, but to each his own. If I can't build my old Savages, I'll just hold out for the Winchester Model 70 Featherweights. Or order a semi-custom MkVII from Shaw.

  • @MasterWitchDoctor
    @MasterWitchDoctor 9 месяцев назад

    I gave my brother a Mauser M18 chambered in 30.06 and he loves it. Its dead accurate and with the Vortex scope I put on it that gun shoots as well as the Remington 700 I had. I have a Howa 1500 chambered in .308 and much like the Mauser it too shoots really well. I put the same Vortex scope on it as my brothers 30.06 which is a pretty good combo for under $1500.00.

  • @thesilverpreacher316
    @thesilverpreacher316 Год назад +3

    You should try a browning ab 3

  • @tankfighter2767
    @tankfighter2767 Год назад +1

    I learned from handloading if you want more accuracy ammo is the most important I got a like new savage 110 and it just couldn't group like my husqvarna could, I took up handloading and now at 100 yards with the same gun I can put shots threw the same hole

  • @jasonparker5746
    @jasonparker5746 10 месяцев назад

    The best gun channel on RUclips! Love the hands on reviews!

  • @rogerramjet7567
    @rogerramjet7567 5 месяцев назад +7

    Can’t believe you left out Weatherby Vanguard obsidian. Sub MOA , $549. ???

    • @jeffthebaptist3602
      @jeffthebaptist3602 2 месяца назад

      Or a howa which is essentially the same action.

    • @Forgesteel12
      @Forgesteel12 Месяц назад

      When i didnt see it on the list i stopped watching

  • @danreisenauer9713
    @danreisenauer9713 Год назад +2

    Some of the basic Savage 110 models might fit in this group, better than an Axis.

  • @jake9705
    @jake9705 Год назад +1

    Always appreciate you and your wife's hard work making these videos! 🥳🥳🥳

  • @belt1974123
    @belt1974123 Год назад +1

    I would not call the lack of threads a real downside on the Bergara. Would be nice but not a real deal stopper for most hunters imo. Some people just like a high quality, affordable, and simple rifle. No frills.

  • @thgochenaur1989
    @thgochenaur1989 Год назад +3

    CVA Cascade and Mauser M18 against Tikka T3x, Savage 110, and Weatherby Vanguard would be a hard comparison. I think you can find variants of them all under $700.

    • @justinparks9081
      @justinparks9081 Год назад

      Jim doesn't like when Tikka and Weatherby outperform his favorite. (Bergara)

    • @trentroberdeau6399
      @trentroberdeau6399 Год назад

      @@justinparks9081 yep, he ignores Bergara shitty actions and tree stand heavy. Lol

    • @ssimossimo576
      @ssimossimo576 Год назад +1

      @@trentroberdeau6399 bergara shitty action? Why? It's known to be one of the best actions on the market for factory rifles..
      Tikka fanboys are so scared about bergara taking the place as far as the go to rifle for the average hunter that they become funny at times 😂 after that their beloved tikkas wouldn't be as great as it looks now. The b14 hunter 308 weights 3.1 and the tikka t3xlite weights 2.9. You can't carry 200 grams more, that's what a smartphone weights.. if so, go to train a bit man, so you can bring maybe also a botte of water in your dynamic stalking hunts, if you have ever hunted

    • @ssimossimo576
      @ssimossimo576 Год назад +2

      @@justinparks9081 what do you mean by "outperformes" specifically? Cause in accuracy usually B14s outperform tikkas and the reliability is totally comparable, as is the trigger. Tikka has a shitty stock and plastic shit everywhere so.. it's basically a decent action bolted to crap. Additionally, if you get a lemon (and it happens as you can see from the hundreds of threads about t3x lite issues on line) tikka won't do anything, while bergara has a great customer service. Tikkas are also the worst as far as recoil among all the hunting rifles i have shot, and i have shot many.

    • @heterodox3487
      @heterodox3487 Год назад

      I doubt you will find a M18 under $800 today

  • @nickscott1390
    @nickscott1390 Год назад +1

    How would you feel about doing a comparison of the next price bracket up? Lots of good stuff around the $1,000. Would be very interested in hearing what you think of a Model 70 or a CZ 600 Lux.

  • @cidmontenegro8225
    @cidmontenegro8225 Год назад +1

    'kid came back with a 4 and I said wheres the other 96%?' LMAO

  • @killertruth186
    @killertruth186 Год назад +1

    Could you review Browning AB3? There’s some rifles that gets buried by other “popular” rifles.

  • @d911tru4
    @d911tru4 Год назад

    If I am not mistaken the Mauser has a fixed/welded/stamped barrel that cannot be exchanged.

  • @RogerC.Townsend
    @RogerC.Townsend Год назад +1

    I have a CVA Cascade in 350 Legend that get sub moa groups at 100 yards shooting Winchester 150 grain extreme point ammo.

  • @jasonnull2248
    @jasonnull2248 Год назад +1

    I called that, that’s cool. I don’t own a CVA but that could change in the future.

  • @garyglenn5233
    @garyglenn5233 Год назад +2

    I'd have to go with the Mauser. I used to have two Real German made K98s in 8×57 that took a lot of deer. I sure wish that I still had them seeing that I paid $79.00 each and now they're several hundred dollars, and that's even if you can find one for sale.

    • @garye3502
      @garye3502 Год назад

      I have a K98 and a M18. Love em both!

  • @babyjoker0312
    @babyjoker0312 Год назад +2

    Im happy with a Ruger American or a Cva Cascade!

  • @brianwallace1678
    @brianwallace1678 4 месяца назад

    Jim, you need to mention which ones come in a Left hand option. That would be a good category.

  • @elkfreak3
    @elkfreak3 Год назад +1

    Could you make a video on the franchi please using the different ammo?

  • @jayfxdx
    @jayfxdx Год назад +2

    I really enjoy theses round up vids but am really on the fence when it comes to “budget” rifles. Could one save up and maybe find quality used rifle of better quality?

    • @MitchShurden
      @MitchShurden Год назад +2

      Absolutely! I've purchased numerous rifles from auction sites and pawn shops, that were a fraction of their retail price, and several included quality scopes. A few deals I've stumbled into, were a Remington stainless 5R in .300 SAUM with an Tasco World Class target scope, for $599, stainless Remington 700 SPS with a Leupold VX3 4-14-50 for $699, and my current hunting setup, a custom Remington 700 in .308 with aftermarket HS Precision stock, Anderson stainless fluted match grade barrel, topped with a Zeiss Conquest 3-9x40 for $900. Typically, if you can verify the bore and rifling, you should be able to find an ammo load, that will do what you need it to do...

  • @ilockudown
    @ilockudown 4 месяца назад

    "...happy he got a 4 on a test" made me spit hot coffee on myself. 😂

  • @notmissable
    @notmissable Год назад

    You can buy a Ruger American .308 for $450 and a MagPul American Hunter stock for $215 on grab a gun. Seems like the stock fixes most of the Ruger’s problems and makes it AICS mag compatible, but also makes it heavier. Just wondering if the stock is worth it or not?

  • @colegaultney6115
    @colegaultney6115 7 месяцев назад

    Bought m18 in 6.5 pprc and love it. Very accurate . Also bought CVA Cascade in 308. Hated 150 grain ammo. Only 165 grain federal sierra match was accurate.. Finally tried Remington corelock tipped in 165 and viola half minute groups

  • @lcalexander5070
    @lcalexander5070 9 месяцев назад

    I've just purchased a Mauser M18 223 in stainless .... will be keen to try it out when it comes off hold.

  • @jeff0nyschuk670
    @jeff0nyschuk670 Год назад

    I've got Remington 783 in 223rem and Tikka T3 in 204r and Ruger American in 22-250..😅 Happy with all of them 😊

  • @rakpe
    @rakpe Год назад +1

    Here in Europe we don't use suppressors and staff like that cos they are mostly illegal in EU...Bergara is my favorite ,and next one to buy. I'm thinking being the Spanish rifle and made for EU they didn't bother to put treds on it.

  • @lobster8009
    @lobster8009 5 месяцев назад

    Im quite happy with my Mauser M18 Waldjagd edition. I dont think they sell it in the States but its a M18 with an improoved trigger and a 51cm semi weight barrel. It is heavy and the weight distribution is pretty off but thats all i can citicise for a gun in this price bracket. Also comes with a nice deep green stock. To bad it rarely sees daylight since i got my be all, end all hunting rifle the Blaser R8 Ultimate. The R8 is nice and light with 52cm standard weight barrel and it shoots 0.25moa all day. Straight pull, insanely ergonomic stock. Highly recommended.

  • @striderwolf687
    @striderwolf687 Год назад

    Well done, well done. This will be such a big vid and helpful to many like the old one was. It helped me buy my next hunting rifle!!!

  • @parkersmith3131
    @parkersmith3131 5 месяцев назад

    Hey Jim, with all the rifle knowledge you have, do you think it is advisable or needed to "season" a barrel of a brand new rifle?

  • @byroncole-w5y
    @byroncole-w5y Год назад

    Great video. Really enjoy watching your channel. You gave the Bergara B14 Hunter an A+. Glad yours shoots good. I purchased one in 22-250 that won’t shoot anywhere near a 1 inch group. Sent it back to Bergara and they say nothing wrong with rifle. I have tried Hornady factory ammo as well as different hand loads with different grain bullets. I now have an expensive piece of wall decor

    • @sapperROSS
      @sapperROSS Год назад +1

      You sure it's not you?

    • @ssimossimo576
      @ssimossimo576 Год назад +1

      So you are either shooting ammo that the rifle doesn't like or you are not shooting it well, easy

    • @byroncole-w5y
      @byroncole-w5y Год назад +1

      Since my other 2 rifles shoot less than a .3 inch group not all me

    • @ssimossimo576
      @ssimossimo576 Год назад

      @@byroncole-w5y so why bergara didn't replace it if a sniper like you can't make it group 🤔

  • @imadad.whatsyoursuperpower6015
    @imadad.whatsyoursuperpower6015 27 дней назад

    The new Bergara B-14 Wilderness Ridge has a threaded barrel. I wonder if everything else is the same? If so, I think that puts it first over everything else. Thoughts?

  • @themooreclan1220
    @themooreclan1220 Год назад

    in my 243 mouser m18, the bolt has a problem with winchester ammo, it wont grab the spent cartridge or when it does it drops half way, it rarely rejects, hornady is prefect

  • @dennisholle1005
    @dennisholle1005 Год назад

    Great review, thanks for the information!

  • @colemannee9898
    @colemannee9898 Год назад

    I think you may be underselling the Mauser M18 on compatibility. I believe it is magazine compatible with the Sauer S100, for which you can get a 10-round mag. Unless I am mistaken, it also takes Remington 700 bases in addition to the Mauser/Sauer Hexalock. Not so bad.

  • @bestestusername
    @bestestusername Год назад

    Funny, we get all those here in Australia except the CVA. Once in a long while a black powder cva will pop up but no centrefire

  • @stevesargent3228
    @stevesargent3228 7 месяцев назад

    I have a Savage Axis in .308. It is the first and only rifle I purchased. My son and I went to the range to shoot it. I had previously sighted it in. On this trip he fired 4 shots at 100 yards. Maybe a minute or two between the shots. We then moved to 200 yards. When the range went hot, he started shooting. The first two rounds I think were good then they started going all over the place. After 6 or 7 rounds, I wouldn't think the barrel would be dirty enough to cause that. I figured the barrel was getting to hot. This was in Arizona and it was probably 100 degrees out. Should this gun be able to fire several shots in a row without heat impacting accuracy or do you think it is a dirty barrel issue or both?

  • @g3attack
    @g3attack Год назад

    I bought a Savage model 10 Police for 300 bucks in 2018. Love this thing!!

  • @jonseopa1913
    @jonseopa1913 Год назад +4

    I would’ve liked to have seen a Browning AB3 added to the test.

  • @srt10jim
    @srt10jim 5 месяцев назад

    I bought a savage 308 camo with scope for 299.00 at bass pro shop and I love it!

  • @walterminer4990
    @walterminer4990 Год назад

    NI liked this presentation! Being a old guy I'm curious about one point, this hits pistols/revolvers as well. Can anyone on you-tube just pick- up any gun laying around and just use it well?
    All the trigger stuff, or the sights aren't good, etc. When I started shooting, in the 60's you bought the firearm handgun, rifle or shotgun, cleaned it and shot it. Seemed very simple to me. We acclamated ourselves to the gun.
    If people want perfection buy a custom gun made for them.
    Again great presentation!
    Best to ya',,,,!

  • @billybrown5701
    @billybrown5701 Год назад +1

    I find myself watching your videos regularly I can honestly say that I think you’re doing a very good job. I enjoyed your podcast with Ron.. I own a Proof Reserch Tundra, which I absolutely love Shooting. However that rifle is now $7700 I believe. It is an incredible shot with hand loads that were created for me. I’ve done some .02 inch groups.(honestly Factory 143ELDX is less than a quarter of an inch behind in grouping)Probably more to do with the rifle. I have recently been talking to Hill, country rifle,‘s here in Texas. They have a rifle that they build off the tikka action. I would like this rifle chambered in 7 mm PRC. They guarantee their rifles 1/2 MOA or better with factory ammo. I find this pretty amazing. I do know people rather two people that own them and enjoy them. Could you give me any insight that you may know on the company and or rifle? It would be the Huntsman with a 20 inch benchmark barrel, number five contour. .(The 22 inch carbon fiber Proof is probably 3 1/2 to 4 months out, and I would like to take this on a Odad hunt on 1 June). This one would not be built on the defiance action, that one is roughly the same price as the Proof Reserch. I’ve learned a lot about this Tika action through you and others and it looks to be very good. This will be a $4700 rifle with no scope. I would like your professional opinion or what I consider a professional opinion from you if you don’t mind. Thank you in advance. T

  • @quentinbradshaw-q7x
    @quentinbradshaw-q7x Год назад +1

    Would love to see a review on the cz 600. Price is pretty similar to these riffles

  • @theoutdoorslife
    @theoutdoorslife Год назад +1

    What rifle do you recommend for a 350 legend and or a 450 bushmaster

  • @vincetytler6175
    @vincetytler6175 Год назад

    Thanks Jim

  • @usafret4709
    @usafret4709 Год назад +1

    Own 3 CVA Cascades. Absolute tack drivers. 308, 6.5CR and 7mm-08. With handloads, getting .5 MOA groups. Also, removing the space (short guy), this rifle fits me like no other I have shot.

    • @garyk76
      @garyk76 Год назад

      I figured the cva rifles would shot good just for the simple fact they have bergara barrel's

    • @usafret4709
      @usafret4709 Год назад

      @@garyk76 Exactly and the trigger feels the same. Have owned both.

    • @jic1
      @jic1 Год назад

      @@garyk76 And are made in Bergara, Spain, and are owned by the same parent company. I can't find anything that *definitively* says 'CVA Cascades are made by Bergara', but you can make a pretty convincing circumstantial case that they are.

    • @stonecastleberry9030
      @stonecastleberry9030 Год назад

      @USAF Ret Apparently cva discontinued the 7mm-08. After months of research I finally decided on a cva cascade 7mm-08 to find out they don't make them anymore and I can't find one anywhere. That's my luck.

    • @usafret4709
      @usafret4709 Год назад

      @@stonecastleberry9030 I got mine on GunBroker. Only bidder for around $450. It was the black stock and blued barrel. Threw a horrible paint job on it, but it still shoots good. I see you can't find them anymore. I guess I may have gotten the last one.

  • @timothystogner464
    @timothystogner464 Год назад +1

    I’ve got a bergara Hunter in 7 mm 08 which has a threaded barrel. Is it just some models?

  • @benjaminsmith6012
    @benjaminsmith6012 Год назад

    I've seen a few videos of the mossberg shooting .48 groups and shooting good out to 1200 yards. Do you think it's just the amo?