Savage XP vs Axis

[LoneWolf_052713]

I completely rebuilt a Savage Axis SR. in 308. They're great little rifles. Here's the rig I run.





Parts list:

Savage Axis SR .308 Base
SSS Axis Pro Tac Stock
McGowan 26in SS 1 in 10 twist Varmint Contour
Rifle Basix SAV-1 Trigger @ 1.5lbs
SWFA SS 10x42 in SWFA Low Rings
EGW 20MOA Rail
D.D. Ross Tactical Bolt Knob
Custom 10Rds Magazine
Harris 9-13" SLM Notched Leg Bipod (6-9 knock off in pic)
Rattle Can Camo Job by me.

If you have any questions about it let me know. I've played with just about everything on the rifle.

[2shotjoe]

I completely rebuilt a Savage Axis SR. in 308. They're great little rifles. Here's the rig I run.





Parts list:

Savage Axis SR .308 Base
SSS Axis Pro Tac Stock
McGowan 26in SS 1 in 10 twist Varmint Contour
Rifle Basix SAV-1 Trigger @ 1.5lbs
SWFA SS 10x42 in SWFA Low Rings
EGW 20MOA Rail
D.D. Ross Tactical Bolt Knob
Custom 10Rds Magazine
Harris 9-13" SLM Notched Leg Bipod (6-9 knock off in pic)
Rattle Can Camo Job by me.

If you have any questions about it let me know. I've played with just about everything on the rifle.

That's really nice.

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[LoneWolf_052713]

only comment on the axis is this: overall very nice shooters but the trigger leaves much to be desired. sad because otherwise a very accurate gun. there are some vids on youtube that show how to cut some of the spring and lighten it, but it's still not great. I think the ruger american has a pretty decent trigger. also, the marlin X7 is really nice. I just PPT'd a marlin recently and haven't gotten to the range yet with it, but firing snap caps at home, it's a nice clean crisp trigger. and adjustable too, kinda like the savage accu-trig.

if you're set on savage, a great choice, look at the next model up. the ones with the accu-trigger. probably worth the extra $$.

Had my first experience with a Ruger American back on October 18th. It's factory Stock is twice as bad as the Axis's Factory stock! I couldn't even get it to zero because of how much flex it had in the forearm for the guy. I think he took it back and got a Savage, but I agree the trigger is better.

Thanks Bloodhawke, I put a lot of personal time into getting it just right! I'm still thinking about painting the barrel with a flat grey grill paint to cut down the shine.

[Masterdebater]

my buddy has one in 243, stock form leaves much to be desired. after much polishing and an in depth trigger job, down to about 2lbs maybe less havent actually had it checked, you can blow on the trigger and itll go off and made it somewhat adjustable. if u get one get it in 243, its an AWESOME setup for the money. he uses it for coyote with handloaded ntx bullets and nosler 55gr that thing is money at 200 yards. drops a coyote with little to no pelt damage and 105gr loaded for deer

[SOAR79]

I have an Axis XP, great rifle!

[Masterdebater]

got my eye on a doohickey to measure trigger pulls now that i have a few customers lined up, im sure this non accu trigger setup i did is much better than an accu trigger lol

[NorCalFocus]

Well I pulled the trigger on it today. I looked around and found Bass Pro had the best price, so its in jail now. I went ahead and got the .243. I'm also planning on getting her a Boyds stock and upgrading the bolt knob.

[Model94Guy]

The biggest difference is the XP comes with an adjustable trigger. Last week i bought a 111 XP in 7mm Rem. Mag.. Just posted a thread about bedding a Boyd's stock.

[Masterdebater]

good choice norcal you ont be disappointed, wish you were closer to work my magic on the trigger for ya!

[cantcme]

Wildsports in Orangevale has them for 299.

[NorCalFocus]

good choice norcal you ont be disappointed, wish you were closer to work my magic on the trigger for ya!

My little brother says he can do it. So we'll see. I might even have it done before I give it to my wife for Christmas.

[MKT]

I picked up a Savage Axis XP Youth in .243 for my 15 yo daughter. Got a smoking deal on it at just under $400 out the door for a new rifle and the youth rifle comes with a 50% off coupon for an adult stock, valid for 5 years from date of purchase. Not sure we'll need it unless she grows again and the rifle fits her fine now.

While waiting through the ten days I loaded some trial ammo, 100 grainers with varying charges of 4895. Sighted in with factory and ran a few of each load over the chrono then she shot for group. That little youth rifle found two loads it liked with her posting 3/4" groups. I have since built several loadings between to two loads the rifle liked to see it we can dial it in a little tighter.

Also while waiting for the 10 day lunacy she completed the online portion of her CA Hunter Safety course and will finish up the last 4 hour block early next month.

The nice thing with the .243 is for those who reload several calibers, you don't need another shell holder. .243, .270, 30-06, .308 all share the same holder.

[NorCalFocus]

I have the entire Lee Shellholder kit, it was only $20 lol, but that is good knowing it uses the same one.

I got to get dies and brass now. My dad said he would donate some 85g soft tips he has for his 6mm. I already have Varget, so I'm going to stick with that.