Savage Axis 2 .223 Rem Bolt Action Rifle, 22″ Barrel, Gray Synthetic, 4+1

Description

There's a reason the Savage Axis line keeps showing up in truck racks and coyote fields all over the country. The Axis 2 in .223 Rem gives you the stuff that matters for putting rounds where you want them: a button-rifled 22 inch sporter barrel, thread-in headspacing for consistent chamber tolerances, and Savage's AccuTrigger, which you can tune yourself from roughly 2.5 to 6 pounds. That trigger alone is a big deal at this level. A clean, light break makes a noticeable difference when you're squeezing off a shot at a prairie dog way out there.

What the Axis 2 Does Well in the Field

The .223 Rem chambering with a 1:9 twist stabilizes a wide spread of bullet weights, so whether you're feeding it light varmint loads or heavier match-style bullets, the rifle handles it without fuss. Recoil is mild, ammo is everywhere, and follow-up shots come easy with the redesigned ergonomic bolt handle, which stays workable even with cold or gloved hands. The detachable 4-round box magazine drops free for quick reloads or safe unloading at the truck, and the whole package weighs in at a comfortable 6.6 pounds with a 42.5 inch overall length.

Built for Weather, Ready for Glass

The matte gray synthetic stock shrugs off rain, mud, and bouncing around in a UTV, and the textured grip surfaces keep it planted when things get wet. Integral swivel studs mean you can throw a sling on right away. The carbon steel barrel and receiver wear a matte black finish, and the receiver comes drilled and tapped, so mounting a scope is straightforward. No iron sights on this one, so plan on adding glass before your first range trip.

Why the Savage Axis 2 Earns Its Spot

This is the rifle we point people toward when they want a legit varmint and predator rig, or a low-recoil bolt gun for newer hunters, without a pile of features they'll never use. Zero it, tune the trigger to your liking, and go shoot.