Description
There's a reason the Mossberg Patriot shows up in so many deer camps. It gives you the features that matter in a hunting rifle without loading on extras you'll never use. This version is chambered in .308 Winchester, one of the most versatile and easy-to-find hunting cartridges out there, and it wears a 22 inch fluted barrel with a matte blued finish over a classic black synthetic stock. At 6.5 pounds and just under 43 inches overall, it carries well on long walks in and swings quickly in tight timber.
What Makes the Patriot .308 Shoot
The barrel is button rifled with a 1:10 twist, free-floated in the stock, and finished with a recessed crown to protect the rifling. The fluting trims weight and adds a little character while it's at it. Up top, the trigger is Mossberg's patented LBA (Lightning Bolt Action), which you can adjust yourself from 2 to 7 pounds. Set it light for precise shots from a rest or a bit heavier for cold-weather hunts with gloves on. The spiral-fluted bolt has become something of a Patriot signature, and the knurled handle and comfortable bolt angle make cycling quick and positive when a follow-up shot matters.
Field-Ready Details on the Mossberg Patriot
Feeding comes from a detachable drop box magazine, so loading and unloading at the truck is simple and safe. There are no iron sights on this model, but Mossberg installs a Weaver-style base at the factory, which means you can mount a scope with a set of rings and head straight to the range to zero. A two-position safety sits right where your thumb expects it.
The synthetic stock shrugs off rain, snow, and the general abuse a working rifle picks up over the seasons, and the recoil pad keeps .308 comfortable for a full day of practice. For a first bolt gun, a loaner for camp, or a no-nonsense rifle you won't baby, the Patriot is a hard combination to beat.
Key Specifications
- Model: Patriot
- Manufacturer Part Number: 27864
- UPC: 015813278645
- Caliber: .308 Win / 7.62 NATO
- Action: Bolt Action
- Barrel Length: 22" Fluted, Free-Floated
- Twist Rate: 1:10
- Muzzle: Recessed Crown
- Capacity: 5+1
- Trigger: LBA, User Adjustable 2-7 lbs
- Safety: Two-Position
- Sights: None, Weaver-Style Base Installed
- Stock: Black Synthetic
- Metal Finish: Matte Blued
- Overall Length: 42.75"
- Weight: 6.5 lbs
What’s Included
- Mossberg Patriot bolt action rifle
- One 5-round detachable drop box magazine
- Factory-installed Weaver-style scope base
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Mossberg Patriot .308 come with sights or a scope?
No iron sights and no scope on this model. Mossberg installs a Weaver-style base on the receiver at the factory, so all you need is a set of rings and the optic of your choice. Most folks put a 3-9x or similar hunting scope on it and are ready to zero the same day.
Can I adjust the trigger on the Patriot myself?
Yes, that's one of the rifle's best features. The LBA (Lightning Bolt Action) trigger is user adjustable from 2 to 7 pounds without any gunsmithing. Set it lighter for precision work off a bench or heavier if you hunt with gloves in cold weather.
Is the Patriot .308 accurate enough for deer hunting?
Absolutely. The button-rifled barrel is free-floated with a recessed crown, and the 1:10 twist stabilizes the common 150 to 180 grain hunting bullets well. With a decent scope and ammo the rifle likes, owners regularly report solid groups at 100 yards, which is plenty for ethical shots at typical hunting distances.
How does the Patriot feed, and can I get spare magazines?
It runs a detachable drop box magazine that ships with the rifle, making loading and unloading quick and simple. Spare factory magazines are widely available from Mossberg and most major retailers. The detachable design also makes it easy to unload at the truck without cycling rounds through the action.



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