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Top rated bolt-action rifles
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Best budget pick
Savage Axis II
Excellent accuracy for the price with the AccuTrigger system; a great entry-level rifle.
- AccuTrigger included
- good accuracy for cost
- lightweight
- stock feels cheap
- rough bolt action
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Best overall value
Tikka T3x
Smooth bolt action and exceptional out-of-box accuracy; widely praised by hunters and shooters.
- buttery smooth action
- great accuracy
- wide caliber selection
- expensive magazines
- plastic bottom metal
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Best long-range precision
Bergara B14 HMR
Heavy barrel and quality stock make it a favorite for precision shooting at a reasonable price.
- sub-MOA accuracy
- great stock ergonomics
- barrel nut system
- heavy weight
- expensive
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Best aftermarket support
Remington 700
Iconic action with endless customization options; a classic that remains popular.
- huge aftermarket
- proven design
- good accuracy potential
- trigger issues in older models
- rust-prone finish
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Best all-around entry
Ruger American
Affordable, reliable, and accurate with a rotary magazine; great for hunting and target.
- reliable rotary magazine
- accurate barrel
- easy to mount optics
- plastic stock flex
- trigger not adjustable
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Best value heavy barrel
Howa 1500
Known for its strong action and accuracy; often used as a base for custom builds.
- strong action
- good accuracy
- smooth two-stage trigger
- limited stock options
- heavy barrel models are heavy
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Best high-end hunter
Sako S20
Modern design with modular stock and exceptional finish; top-tier performance for hunters.
- premium build quality
- adjustable stock
- excellent accuracy
- high price
- limited caliber availability
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Best classic design
Winchester Model 70
Recaptures the pre-64 quality with controlled round feed; a favorite among traditionalists.
- controlled round feed
- smooth action
- good resale value
- heavy weight
- expensive for base model
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Best .22 LR bolt action
CZ 457
Excellent rimfire rifle with a crisp trigger and outstanding accuracy; perfect for plinking and small game.
- excellent trigger
- great accuracy
- euro styling
- limited to rimfire
- stock could be better
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Best German engineering budget
Mauser M18
Entry-level Mauser with a smooth action and reliable performance at a competitive price.
- smooth Mauser action
- good accuracy
- lightweight
- plastic parts
- limited stock options