Starvin Larry

“One of the necessary sub-skills of hunting, or living in the outdoors, is the ability to move heavy stuff from one place to another. If you’d like a prime illustration of this, watch an episode of Life Below Zero, which features Glenn Villeneuve. Mr. Villeneuve, who is 49, is completely non-mechanical, with no motors to help him. He is slender, but is probably stronger than Dwayne Johnson. It cannot be otherwise. If you live alone, in the wild, you’ll have to do lots of hauling and carrying.

In this department, there are two great inventions of mankind, both of which date to prehistory. One is the pack basket; the other is the pack frame. Let’s take them one at a time.”

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“The 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge roared on the scene as a long-range shooter’s dream. Target shooters raved about its ability to bust a bullseye at 1,000 yards, without the punishment normally associated with long range cartridges. So, it was of little surprise with plinkers and hunters pleaded with manufacturers that they too wanted accuracy without punishment. If this sounds like you, here are our Top 10 6.5 Creedmoor rifles.

Savage Axis II XP Package

Savage Axis II XP Package

The Savage Arms Axis II XP bolt action rifle provides you with a single solution rifle and scope combo in one convenient package. The Axis II XP is built using a carbon steel barrel with precision button-rifling for incredible accuracy. Additionally, the rifle comes with the adjustable AccuTrigger which provides you with the flexibility to set the trigger pull to your specific individual preference. A detachable box magazine and 3-9×40 scope are included. Quite simply put, the Axis II XP will exceed your expectations on all levels.

Specifications and Features

Savage Arms Axis II XP Package 57093
Bolt Action Rifle with Scope
6.5mm Creedmoor
22″ Barrel
4 Round Detachable Box Magazine
Right Hand Bolt Action
Precision Button-Rifled Barrel
Floating Bolt Head
Headspace Control
Carbon Steel Barrel
Rubber Recoil Pad
Sling Swivel Studs
Savage Arms Adjustable AccuTrigger
Synthetic Stock
Matte Black Finish
Overall Length 43.875″
Overall Weight 6.5 lbs

Includes:
3-9×40 Scope Mounted and Bore-sighted

Price: $360.97

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Winchester XPR

Winchester XPR Compact Combo

The Winchester XPR Compact rifle is the perfect modern bolt action for young and smaller framed shooters or anyone else that is looking for performance and accuracy all-in-one. The solid steel receiver is machined from bar stock which is drilled and tapped for your choice of scope mounts. It features a compact free float, button rifled, target crown barrel that is sure to get your rounds accurately on target. Winchesters MOA trigger system with two position thumb safety breaks crisp and clean. A detachable box magazine provides ease and convenience while the Perma-Cote finish protects your investment. The Advanced polymer stock sports a shorter length of pull giving you a well balanced rifle that is easy to carry and quick to shoulder with a fast swing. It’s the ideal rifle for the hunter and outdoorsman who spends more time in the field than in the house.

Specifications and Features

Winchester XPR Compact Scope Combo 535737289
Bolt Action Rifle
6.5mm Creedmoor
3 Rounds
20″ Freefloat Barrel
Recessed Target Crown
1:8″ Twist
Detachable Box Mag
MOA Trigger System
Two Position Thumb Safety
Drilled and Tapped Receiver
Nickel Teflon Coated Bolt Body
Matte Black Compact Synthetic Stock
Gray Perma-Cote Finish
Length of Pull 13″
Overall Length 39.25″
Overall Weight 6.75 lbs

Includes:
Vortex Crossfire II 3-9×40 Scope with BDC reticle, mounted and boresighted.

Price: $571.72

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Remington 700 PCR”

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Everyone loves to talk accuracy, but where’s the point of diminishing returns? What’s practical versus optimum, and how do you know the difference?

Source: Practical Carbine Accuracy: Off the Bench and In the Field