Customer Reviews for Savage Axis Left Hand .223 Remington Bolt Action Rifle

The foregrip section of the stock is a bit flexible because the barrel floats. It doesn't give you the feeling of holding a solid gun. When you lift the bolt to eject a shell you have to hold the gun tightly because it torques the gun. The spring is a bit tight so the initial action is not comfortable. The curvature of the handle section of the stock is a bit uncomfortable; it doesn't place your hands in a comfortable, trigger - squeezing position. It is a nice gun and I think it is built well for a $300 rifle. The flaws are easy to overlook for it's price.

We all know the Axis is a entry level rifle; however, I have found, with a few easy modifications, you can make it an expectable shooter. I chose it primarily for the left handed option, which is hard to fine at a good price; and Savage is great at producing rifles for us South Paws. I can get 3/4 groups at 100 yards with this rifle so its far from being a boat anchor. The finish is ok and the action is good. If you are looking for a quality rifle at this price its a good choice and with Buds customer service and quick delivery you cant go wrong.

Pros: Adequate accuracy out to 200 yds with a 3-9 x 40 scope and factory ammo Even better accuracy with match-grade and varmint reloads Fun and inexpensive to shoot Southpaw friendly Easy to disassemble and clean Feels light and is easy to maneuver Aftermarket options are available for almost all components Cons: Magazine sometimes does not give positive clicking sound or feel when inserted into well - have to find the sweet spot and give it a firm press Trigger is not adjustable and has a heavy pull - takes time to get used to it Barrel gets real hot Finish of bolt handle looks cheap Trigger looks cheap Disassembly of bolt is not recommended in manual, therefore no clear instructions available unless you search online

great buy again from buds and the only reliable business in firearms that has the fairest prices and number 1 service in the country==buy buds and be satisfied always.thank you team buds

It's a solid rifle at a reasonable price. My only issue with it is that it won't eject a shell. It doesn't matter if I work the bolt hard or gently, it'll extract it but then it just sits in the chamber. I've taken to working the bolt and flipping the rifle 45 degrees so the spent shell will just fall out. It's a bit annoying. You'd think that Savage could figure out how to get such a basic function right on a rifle.

Rifle was in good condition as ordered, fast service and look forward to doing more business with Bud's