Which model?

[justinp61]

Guys I'm considering buying another 22-250, something lighter than my mdl 12 FVSS. I'm a lefty so this time I'll buy a LH rifle. Looking at Savages they have several models. Trophy Hunter XP, 110 Storm, Axis II and Axis.

Which one would you buy and why? Any experience with any of these rifles in 22-250?

I'd starting coyote hunting as it seems we're over run with them now. My Mdl 12 is very accurate and has killed ground hogs out to 470 yards but it's too heavy to pack around much.

Thanks, Justin

BTW, it doesn't appear any of the LH models have a threaded barrel and I'd like to run a can if possible.

[Robinhood]

I think XPs have a cheap scope. Intended meaning; don't consider the value of the scope when comparing rifles.

[justinp61]

Thanks, Savages site lists it without the scope too. It appears no one has any of the rifles in stock.

[Txhillbilly]

You might also look at Tikka, CZ-USA, and Browning. They all make LH rifles.

Any decent local gunsmith can / will thread a barrel for you.

[justinp61]

I looked at Tikka and they're 1-14" twist, I prefer 1-12" at least. CZ only show 223,308 and 30-06 in LH models. I had a chance a couple of years ago to buy a mdl 11 LH 223 and didn't. I knew it would come back and bite me in the butt.

[stanekjm]

you could also find yourself a cheap rifle and then swap the barrel to 22 250. How much you looking to spend?

[justinp61]

I have a lead on a LH 22-250 and a lh short action. If I could find a used rifle at a reasonable price I'd be open to building a rifle. The problem is that if you're not careful the build cost will surpass what a new rifle will cost and a aftermarket barrel doesn't guarantee it'll be a shooter. Been there, done that.

I can use what I have but the thought of packing around a 11 pound rifle doesn't sound like much fun, plus we all like new projects.

Thanks, Justin

[shaffe48]

What barrel did you buy?

I mean there are no guarantees in anything but I think you can buy a better barrel aftermarket, on average, than any production factory rifle in existence to my knowledge.

Besides putting together the rifle isn't about saving money it's about getting better and getting what you want.

[stanekjm]

I agree that it can get expensive if you allow it. But finding a used barrel in the caliber you want and finding a used stock can help cut costs and luckily I have not had any accuracy issues going that route. I also spend a lot of time on the reloading bench working up loads which helps... Check out the classifieds on this forum for used barrels and stocks. Ebay is another option sometimes...