Savage Axis or Model 10?

[Saw]

If I were to build up a bolt gun and replace the trigger (rifle basix) and stock (Boyd's super light laminate) before even firing a round, why pay the extra money for a model 10? I see that an Axis can be had for $199 (after rebate). The supply of Stevens actions (for cheap) seems to have dried up. Purpose would be a light weight hunting rifle.

 

[Whitebread]

Bump my mind has been wandering.

What I have read the axis action is fairly accurate, but the guns have a lousy stock and a rough trigger. Sounds like a few minutes can have the trigger clean (or buy a trigger or just learn to deal with it) and for another hundred or so you could have a good stock.

So for about $300 you could have a solid shooter minus the doodads. Cheaper than many complete uppers for my ar.

 

[eMGunslinger]

Buy the 10, though the Axis is actually very well built they don't leave a lot to be desired as far as how they are bedded in a stock and some other minor stuff.

 

[Whitebread]

Buy the 10, though the Axis is actually very well built they don't leave a lot to be desired as far as how they are bedded in a stock and some other minor stuff.

Ok so between say the axis-sr and the 10pt-sr (there is about 200-250 differnece in price but both have a threaded barrel and are relitively low cost), excluding the action it looks like am getting the accutrigger, better stock, and a heavier barrel profile. Now those nicer features are probably worth the increase in price, but my goal for this gun/build would be mid to long range shooting. I would hate to spend extra on those key components just find there way to the trash heep.

I hunted for a long time and been shooting since before I could ride a bike, and I like to think I do alright sub 200yards, but this would be a step into a new world for me.

Honestly what interests me about the axis is how cheap I could get into it, and as my skill set increases to the point where the equipment is holding me back I can upgrade that.

Now if the 10 is gtg for a long long time then maybe that should be my choice.

 

[Whitebread]

Also I noticed in the $500-$600 range is the mvp by mossberg.

 

[Harrisracing]

Ok so between say the axis-sr and the 10pt-sr (there is about 200-250 differnece in price but both have a threaded barrel and are relitively low cost), excluding the action it looks like am getting the accutrigger, better stock, and a heavier barrel profile. Now those nicer features are probably worth the increase in price, but my goal for this gun/build would be mid to long range shooting. I would hate to spend extra on those key components just find there way to the trash heep.

I hunted for a long time and been shooting since before I could ride a bike, and I like to think I do alright sub 200yards, but this would be a step into a new world for me.

Honestly what interests me about the axis is how cheap I could get into it, and as my skill set increases to the point where the equipment is holding me back I can upgrade that.

Now if the 10 is gtg for a long long time then maybe that should be my choice.

The "universal length" axis action makes mounting some scopes a PITA FYI. The Axis II I think comes with the accutrigger (and is more expensive), but aside from that the axis trigger absolutely pales in comparison to the accutrigger.

Do yourself a favor and buy my 6.5 creedmoor savage model 11 that's in the classifieds if you want to shoot long range. Comes with accustock, nikon 3-9x40 scope and the incredible accutrigger (which I have turned ALL the way down). I guarantee 1/2 MOA or better and there's a target to prove that it's more like 3/8 MOA (or better!).

 

[Whitebread]

The "universal length" axis action makes mounting some scopes a PITA FYI. The Axis II I think comes with the accutrigger (and is more expensive), but aside from that the axis trigger absolutely pales in comparison to the accutrigger.

Do yourself a favor and buy my 6.5 creedmoor savage model 11 that's in the classifieds if you want to shoot long range. Comes with accustock, nikon 3-9x40 scope and the incredible accutrigger (which I have turned ALL the way down). I guarantee 1/2 MOA or better and there's a target to prove that it's more like 3/8 MOA (or better!).

Seems like a pretty sweet gun.

The universal action does seem to be an issue for people but I would probably just run a rail across the top.

I dont know time will tell. The Axis is cheap enough if I buy one I won't here "another gun, what do you need that one for" followed by "because I wanted it nuff said" followed by a retaliatory (new word??) purse and shoe buying spree.

But really at $300 for the threaded barrel axis would be pretty pain free to start. I got couple scopes laying around so. I really could do a little at a time. Shooting is supposed to be my cheap hobby.

 

[Whitebread]

Idk this may be one of those buy once cry once kind of deals

 

[Harrisracing]

No the axis line do shoot pretty well. I got my son a .243 youth. Worked great. Wasn't as accurate as the model 11 or 10's i have but definitely was good enough to hunt and shoot 400 yds I'd guess. I'd honestly look for an axis ii with accutrigger if you're going to do it.

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[Ronghanded93]

I have the 10 FLCPSR IN 308. Shoots great and is sub MOA right out of the box. Accurate to 500 so far. Barrel is 24 and might be a bit long but I am used to my Ruger which is lighter. No complaints based on the price less than 600 delivered.

 

[TooOld]

Why don't you skim over the "Savage Forum?" There are sections for both the Axis and Model 10's, 11's, etc. There is a lot of information on builds, improvements and results for all Savage models. I think it may help you make up your mind. I have an Axis in 223, did trigger work (reworked and change the spring on original) and added a Boyds stock, excellent shooter 3/4" moa at 100 yds with the right reloads. Also have a Model 10, just added a scope and it's a 1/2" -3/4" shooter. BTW, if you like doing things yourself, the Axis is pretty easy.