I have a CVA Cascade in 350 Legend. CVA, a longtime leader in muzzleloaders, has entered the bolt-action rifle market in 2020 with the new Cascade model. Masterpiece Arms MPA BA MPR PRO 6mm CM, $2499. Two of the newest intros are the 6mm ARC (can they really bring more energy and range to the MSR platform?) the new S&W foldable looks good but the profile is much wider. Those familiar with Remingtons will also notice the expected recoil lug sandwiched between the barrel and the action. Mag. 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. While the cosmetic QC could have been better, the I was looking at the CVA Cascade SB 300 Blackout when I ran across you test. 4 taper 4140 steel barrel. Range was never expected to be that great, and we are sure these 350 Legend rifles will outshoot a shotgun at distance. Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. All very good questions. I also learned from owning that rifle. The CVA fed and ejected all ammo types smoothly. version of LR-X and MR-X models can be had with open sights, which consists of a Williams peep sight set-up. Smooth handling, very good accuracy and classical styling. Very heat sensitive. In subsequent tests, we have found that we get a bit more velocity from 300 AAC firearms sporting longer-than-8-inch barrels, but not tons of speed. I own Ruger Americans and I would buy the CVA Casacde before I bought another Ruger American. The rifles in each category are listed in alphabetical order by manufacturer. The footprint for the Remington action is one of the most common out there, with tons of aftermarket products produced for it. Called the Sidekick, Bergara mates one of their Premier actions with a TriggerTech Primary Trigger, a 10-round AICS-type magazine and a 10.5 fluted stainless steel barrel with a threaded muzzle. The engineering expertise supplied by Bergara is obvious, though there are still apparent differences. Black Hills and Berger ammunition were much better. My Ruger American 16.12" barreled .450 Bushmaster is light as a feather in comparison at 5.5 pounds. The series features a threaded muzzle, making it ready for a brake or suppressor whenever you are. Wby Mark V Backcountry MBC01N65RWR6B 6.5 RPM, $2249. If you wanted to sum up CVAs approach to the future of muzzleloading, it would be their tagline .40-cal. The B-14R with a steel barrel has an MSRP of $1,150 and $1,245 for the carbon fiber barreled version. We could make the stock touch the barrel when squeezing it, but just resting the forend on a bag did not force any contact. There are few really unsatisfactory hunting rifles in the marketplace and most of the poor ones are autoloaders. The Axis II model has their AccuTrigger. Not a true interpretation of the Scout Rifle concept. Excellent results from a few reloads tell us the problem may well be ammo selection. One of the few criticisms of the Remington action over the years has been the bolt stop, or the potential frailty thereof. Here are the features to watch out for. The PCC craze came out of the ammo shortage/inflation. Christensen Arms Ridgeline 801-06015-00 6.5 PRC, $1793. Unless otherwise noted, these reviews carry the guns prices at the time of the original review. The Accura X-Treme Series comes in two flavors, the LR-X and the MR-X, both available in either .45- or .50-cal. Our Pick. Thinking about a large bore short barrel suppressor host rifle CO HB 23-1036 Lead bullet "trade in program". Bait n switch, false advertising, and non-existent customer service are SOP. I may value one feature over another for a particular application. We think either would be a great choice for the Midwestern deer hunter. It uses Bergaras Performance Trigger, which is M700 compatible. Jim, I stopped by Sportsmans Warehouse and got to handle one of these Cascades. For the average hunter shooting 20 rounds per year, that is a moot point. As usual for this team, all testing was done at American Shooting Centers in West Houston. I have to agree. Gear large/heavy rear bag ($39 at TabGear.com). The safety shows its Remington-style heritage, being the expected two-position rocker located immediately behind the bolt and designed for release via the strong-side thumb. Saying this is not a cop-out and I'm not being paid by anyone in or out of the firearms industry to write the things I do. We knocked down the grade just a bit because we didnt get down to that magical MOA guarantee. Pictured is the model with a Realtree Hillside camo patterned stock. You have entered an incorrect email address! Good rifles, accurate, truly flush magazine, GREAT trigger. Definitely not a flyweight, camo pattern OK, price not bad. on the firing line. Anyone used either of these 2 rifles? The Accura is compatible with the Paramount muzzle brake system. Cooper Arms Classic, Schnabel models. Beanfield rifle rather than a mountain rifle. In April, Bergara announced their Small Batch Series. Using the language of boutique distilleries (Barreled in Spain. This rifle has a limited lifetime warranty, a 14-day buy-back offer, and a minute-of-angle accuracy guarantee. Our Pick. Most accurate rifle tested. We disliked the magazine. He is currently a full-time firearms instructor, teaching, primarily, at. Anyone else frequently get this message while on mobile device? Compatible with AR-type grips, a MPA Enhanced Vertical Grip (EVG) comes standard. Jason Sebo from CVA said the ones they shot were shooting the 150, 170 , and 180 good, but said the Hornady 165 FTX shot best. Refined in Georgia. is their tagline), the company plans to produce a series of unique, limited production firearms. Actions are smooth, fit and finish is good, triggers are great. We fired using a 13-pound bag called The Bear, plus a rear bag. If the shooter is indeed comparing the 350 Legend with the older 30-30, the 350 holds its own just fine. I like both stocks but like the feel of the camo soft feel better. A brushed stainless finish, a gorgeous three-color laminate stock, and a great trigger. If youre looking for a new rifle for the whitetail stand or one to ride along on predator hunts, look no further, CVAs Cascade SB is the perfect choice. Think is has an 18" barrel? The action is a fascinating mixture of proven designs. "Well dammit.I wonder if they think the new S&W FPC is in competition. CVA Cascade The CVA Cascade has a 22-inch barrel thats threaded 5/8x24. The result weighs 5.8 lbs. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. My friends XPR shoots MOA or less with 150 grain Winchester Deer Season XP. Compact size with a short, stiff, accurate barrel and a great trigger. That is what this article is about. Still, the Cascade had an outstanding trigger pull, requiring only 2.2 pounds of effort to release. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Gun Tests has been independently reviewing firearms since 1989. If I can find supressor significantly quieter ( based on Testing ) than the Coastal I would buy one. comfortably. Ruger Precision Rifle 18032 6mm Creedmoor, $1599. Buy the one you like best, or order it if the store does not have that particular model in the desired caliber in stock. The .22-250 does slightly better than that. Outstanding trigger. It was in Creedmoor. When we pulled the barreled action out of the stock, we thought the trigger looked really familiar, so we contacted CVA about it. Barrel lengths are 18 in .22 LR chambering and 20 in .17 HMR and .22 WMR models with muzzles threaded 1/2X28. Punching way outside of its price point, this rifle simply delivers. This is a super-lightweight precision build youll want to take everywhere. Savage Axis II XP Rifle 57289 6.5 CM, $400. I bought a ruger American predator in 22 Bumping this back up, hoping that more people have had a chance to handle or shoot these. I just wish it had a 18 barrel. Bergara is close-lipped as to what Round 2 of their Small Batch Series will be, but expect their second Small Batch product to come out later this year and, based on the response to the Sidekick, they plan to produce at least 500 next time around. I just bought my second. Accura LR-X we sampled at Long Shot had mild recoil, yet performed out to the 200 yard limit of the range we were shooting it on. I learned a lot about the cartridge and reloading while I had it. Smooth handling, very good accuracy and classical styling. SAAMI Accepts 30 Super Carry As New Standardized Cartridge, SHOT 2022: Federal Premium Announces 30 Super Carry Cartridge, in NRA-sanctioned smallbore rifle matches, Midsouth Shooters Supply "Shot Report" Blog, Tikka T3X Varmint JRTXH312 223 Rem., $999. Mag., and 450 Bushmaster. We have many new 6mm, 6.5mm, 26-, 27-, 28-, and 30-caliber offerings and Gun Tests has reported on a number of those. They were the Ruger American Ranch Rifle 26968, $529; the Savage Axis II 18819, $385; and the just-introduced CVA Cascade SB CR3914R bolt action, $621. 7 heavy taper stainless steel barrel to its Premier action, the heaviest barrel that Bergara puts on any of its production rifles. The 77/44 offers accuracy and power in a lightweight rifle. Like they read a description but never saw a picture? This is a great all-around rifle at a reasonable price. We would trust it to work for a lifetime. Do I Have Short or Long Action? The barrel is 22 inches of 4140 steel. I havent hunted with it yet, but Im very happy with it. The standard Cascade line uses a 22- to 24-inch barrel. At Long Shot, Bergara brought out steel and carbon fiber-barreled BMRs in .22 LR, topped with Leupold VX-Freedom Rimfire scopes. The prospective owner should be able to work the controls (bolt, safety, trigger, etc.) The Premier Competition rifle is offered in 6.5 mm and 6 mm Creedmoor with plans to offer other popular chamberings next year. Our Pick. They made a handgun. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The bottom metal is all polymer, but it is nicely executed. Our unscientific shoulder test bears this out. This one ran smoothly in the race way. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Note to CVA: Put a Also read the part about the 2-4 pound adjustable trigger. Superior stock treatment. projectiles. 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. However, it produces excellent performance at the mid-range level between 200 and 400 yards. I told him the little bit extra to get a Ruger is well worth it, to have a real gun made in the USA, with a company that knows what customer service is. 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. The barrel is Cerakoted and threaded. All in a Magazine release is accomplished by pressing a latch on the front of the mag to the rear. Image courtesy of BPI Outdoors. Our Pick. is the new .50-cal. New for this year they are offering a .40-cal. How much did you pay? I have handled a few of these and they seem to me to be just another Ruger American type price point bolt action rifle, I'd say like the rest of these rifles they are accurate though Hb. The products are made with 1000-denier water-resistant Cordura fabric, put together with UV-resistant non-wicking thread, and every internal seam is at least double stitched, with some being triple stitched. Compare gun price, size, weight, capacity and other specifications. All of CVAs Paramount and Accura models now come with their muzzles threaded to take CVAs muzzle brake. Our Team Said: The CVA Cascade handles well and shot the best of the three rifles tested. I really like their trigger. Our Pick. They were the Ruger American Ranch Rifle 26968, $529; the Savage Axis II 18819, $385; and the just-introduced CVA Cascade SB CR3914R bolt action, $621. The bolt head contains a plunger-style ejector and a sliding-plate extractor. 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 seriously looked at buy one in July in 6.5 PRC. $382. I have not used every brand and model of rifle in the world and particularly not models seldom seen in the U.S. It was a good starter rifle as far as I'm concerned. Looking at buying one of these two rifles chambered 350 legend. I guess it could be worse than having a MOA rifle, but my Scout 450 is a sub 0.5" rifle, all day, every day. Remington Model 7 CDL 26423 308 Win., $798. Been there done that. Savage M110 Hog Hunter 57534 350 Legend, $487. 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. Those Accu-trigger clones are mushy, and do So I bought the CVA yesterday. This combination is placed in a MPA BA Competition chassis, which has a length-of-pull and cheekpiece that are both adjustable, along with a bag rest. I am also a fan of wood (walnut or laminated) stocks. At Long Shot, a 6.5 mm Creedmoor Sidekick was available for our testing. The forend sports a raised checkering pattern that is effective without being abrasive. Savage 110 Apex Storm XP 57344 6.5 CM, $605. Many of the updates are a technological trickle-down from their Paramount series of rifles. Ruger American Ranch Rifle 26985 350 Legend, $442. Tikka T3x Lite Bolt Action Rifle. Throw the rifle to your shoulder, operate the action, switch the safety on and off, dry fire the rifle. Christensen Arms Ridgeline 801-06015-00 6.5 PRC, $1793. Value: Fair. Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives. Nearly as impressive was what was on the end of the Paramounts barrel. We found that interesting since CVA didnt do bolt-action center-fire rifles, at least not until they came out with the Cascade. Straight-wall chambering. Oversized bolt, adjustable iron sights, adjustable LOP, a box magazine, and a threaded barrel. New Cartridge, New Gun This newest version of the Ruger American Ranch Rifle is a companion piece to the equally new Winchester 350 Legend cartridge introduced at the 2019 Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trades (SHOT) Show in Las Vegas. It did shoot sub-MOA with one round. In this video we compare the Savage Axis against the Ruger American. These preferences are reflected in my recommendations. What should the discerning collector look for in a potential buy? One of the newer cartridges is the 350 Legend. Im looking to replace a Vanguard .308 1-12 twist that I have been shooting subsonic reloads suppresses with a Coastal supressor. Yes, its angled at hunting and yes, its made by a round, and has been designed to work well at supersonic or subsonic velocities. Stay tuned for complete reviews of these new firearms in the near future, but in the meantime, here is an overview of the two companies latest products, along with our initial impressions. I have yet to see one in the shops around me. The Cascade CVAs barrel is free-floated in a reinforced stock that is well-checkered at the forend and the wrist. My friends XPR shoots MOA or less with 150 The bottom of the action is based on the ubiquitous Remington 700 pattern. 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. Only time will tell which cartridges stick. 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. Both did a great job of staying where they was supposed to on the bench while supporting the rifle. CVA Cascade XT Graphite Black Cerakote Bolt Action Rifle - 450 Bushmaster - 22in $749.99 Out of Stock Compare (3) Ruger Scout Bolt Action Rifle From $1,199.99 Out of Stock Compare (1) Savage Arms 110 Engage Hunter XP Scoped Black Bolt Action Rifle - 450 Bushmaster $679.99 Out of Stock Compare Ruger Hawkeye Compact 37139 308 Win., $691. The regular American goes all the way up to .300 Win Mag. Pictured is the model chambered in .22 LR with a steel barrel. 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. Shooters can also buy 20-minute-of-angle rails at CVA.bpishopping.com. Not a pleasant experience. Fitted with a Leupold Delta Point red-dot sight, we fired the Sidekick from a Bog DeathGrip tripod rest with the brace folded. option in their Paramount Pro and new Paramount HTR. Bolt lift is only 70 degrees, leaving the bolt handle well clear of optics. Not in 350. When a human being willfully takes the life of a wild, sentient creature, they are then separated forever from those who have not. Shane Mahoney. Customer experience was, and still is, the primary focus, a key to the firms longevity and success. The Ruger Scout comes closest to the original Scout rifle concept, but it falls short due to weight. A little longer and a little heavier than our other test rifles. Hope you enjoy this The "U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, Model of 1903," better-known as the M1903 Springfield, has become one of the most popular U.S. military small arms to collect. All velocities were measured using a LabRadar device, and we fired three factory loads, two of which were supersonic and the third was subsonic. Winchester M70 Fwt SS 535234220 308 Win., $951. Note that only currently (or very recently) produced rifles are included in the list that follows. The various categories group rifles by action type and application. Fired from a bench off of a bipod, it made easy work of an 8 steel plate at 300 yards. CVA Cascade FDE Sportsman's Warehouse Ruger American Ranch The argument can be made that the Ruger American rifle is one of the most popular guns in The barrel on our 300 Blackout was 16.5 inches long with a 1:8-inch twist. The. The MPA is one of the most popular rifles on the PRS tour. Synthetic stocks are certainly inferior in resale value. I have zero experience with an XPR so I cant compare them. and 2,000 ft./lbs. Browning X-Bolt Max LR 035438294 6.5 PRC, $1180. The bottom metal isnt metal, with both the floorplate/trigger guard assembly and the magazine being polymer affairs. Nor are bespoke custom built rifles, such as the Grulla C-95 bolt action and E-95 double rifles. Even at that range the 225-gr. the same way the 6.5 PRC has stepped up the game of the 6.5 Creedmoor?). 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 Found a Cascade in 308 only two hours from me. The .270 grouped better out of the box than my Ruger ever did. Sticker on the bottom of the stock was a pita to get off. The most accurate rifle in these tests and perhaps the most versatile, wed buy the Tikka. FORLOH AllClima Softshell and AllClima Stretch Woven Pant Review. I dont think youll be disappointed. Light enough, accurate enough, and inexpensive enough for us to want to keep it. Christensen Arms MPR 801-03035-01 6mm CM, $1799. A heavy, yet graceful beast of a rifle. The rifle never failed to impress us. This one in the above video l happens to be one of the long action (.300 Win Mag) models, but they also have these chambered in several short action calibers including the .350 Legend and .450 Bushmaster. WebBolt Action Deluxe Rifles. Our Pick. Winchester M70 Fwt SS 535234220 308 Win., $951. WebRuger American Rifle 350 Legend 26986 vs CVA Cascade 350 Legend CR3907C Email me link with prices You need to insert email address first. There was no, repeat, no take up, and overtravel was minimal. Im holding out for the cascade in camo/cerakote to come back in stock at my LGS. So you own the Savage in a 350 Legend caliber? WebWhile the entire world, especially the United States and the West are feeling threatened by North Korea (DPRK), which possesses nuclear weapons, it is still unknown to many that one of the key players behind North Koreas nuclear capabilities is Ukraine. load (by volume), the .45-cal. Those were Magtech 123-grain FMJs, Frontier 125-grain FMJs, and Precision Ones 200-grain Nosler hollow points. Just wondering. larger than the Savage 100 Hog Hunter we tested last year. Bergara Premier Mtn 2.0 BPR28-65PRC 6.5 PRC, $1999. III, BAR Mk. The bolt has a 70-degree throw. The concept is fascinating: produce a new cartridge that provides 30-30 Win. One of the most common e-mail queries I receive asks what hunting rifle I recommend. 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 It is our understanding that the FPC is a competitor to the Keltec Sub2000. And it did so with authority. Remington Model 7 CDL 26423 308 Win., $798. For $20 more a .50-cal. The bolt design incorporates a 70 throw for smooth and fast operation, plus generous scope clearance. Those e-mails I mentioned above are asking for my opinion. Fit was tight, but the stock is polymer only. Accordingly, CVA patterned the top end of the rifle after a Savage 110 (modern style using the Accu-trigger). The MPA is one of the most popular rifles on the PRS tour. Tikka T3x Lite Stainless JRTXB316 308 Win., $748. Plus there are alternatives to for offset mount for the kel tec. The first bolt action bearing the CVA name is an affordable synthetic-stocked big-game rifle that will appeal to budget-conscious hunters. Not only do I find most synthetic stocks surpassingly unattractive, I am convinced that the great majority of them are functionally inferior to wood stocks in most circumstances. 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. Looking at these in 350 Legend for local deer hunting. Turns out we were right. Browning X-Bolt Micro Midas 22-250 Rem., $879. Best Buy. Mag. This is obviously not a lightweight rifle, but it isnt heavy either. Despite its entry-level price I'm particularly interested in the SB version. We explain which is better and why in the detailed comparison review. WebCASCADE XT $799.00 SKU: CR3981, CR3983, CR3985, CR3987, CR3989, CR3990, CR3991, CR3995, CR3997 about Cascade XT product details CASCADE SB (Short Barrel) Cerakote Graphite Black/Veil Tac Black $745.00 SKU: CR3901R, CR3903R, CR3914R about Cascade product details CASCADE Cerakote/Blued/Veil Camo $745.00 SKU: Toward that end, we tested three of the current crop of bolt-action rifles chambered in 300 Blackout. Our Pick. Its ability to accept Remington 700-pattern aftermarket triggers and stocks is a big plus. Costs are down. A little longer and a little heavier than our other test rifles. All rights reserved. The replacement rifle wasnt all that accurate. The buttstock is capped by a Crushzone recoil pad that did a good job of further mitigating mild recoil from the 350 Legend cartridge. We liked the heft, and it balanced right on the forward action screw. We checked out Winchesters 145-grain full metal jacket cartridge, the Winchester 150-grain Extreme Point, as well as Hornadys American Whitetail 170-grain soft point. Thanks. I don't think you could go wrong with eother if the rifles you mentioned. It works well, is accurate enough for hunting, and it is affordable. Also new for this year, the company is making left-handed versions of the B-14R, just like their centerfire B-14 HMR. We obtained a later-production sample chambered in 300 Blackout for this test. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. I jumped into the 450 craze by buying a Ruger American Ranch rifle. 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. We would have liked a crisper trigger and a wide, flat fore end. 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. We examined three rifles chambered for the round in the July 2020 edition of Gun Tests. Uintah UPR-10 Bolt AR-10 Upper 6.5 CM, $1295. Is that what we found? This year CVA adds a Hunter or HTR model to their Paramount line of long-range muzzleloaders. It is solid, sturdy, and smooth. I then sold it and bought the CVA v2 Scout because of the longer barrel. For their No. Because of materials and construction methods, the bags are very unlikely to take on water and turn into something resembling a brick, a problem we have seen with other bags.
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