I have a browning A-bolt in 7mm-08, it is very consistent with virtually all loads, but is not really what I would call a shooter (1.5" groups).

The reason Savage guns shoots so well is that is what they are focused on... They have put all their resources into making accurate barrels and components, they seem to obviously care less what the gun looks like. But you can't beat them in terms of accuracy for the price.

The Sako is hands down the most accurate bolt action rifle out of the box. I don't really think there is any room for discussion. Now having said that it costs significantly more than the other rifles we are talking about. They guarantee their groups to be 1 moa or less. The only downfall of Sako is they tend to be heavier than most especially if you get their varmint guns... I don't like the stupid iron sights on the hunter model[:'(]

While I don't have experience with them I have heard Howa makes an inexpensive "shooter". You will hear a lot of good stuff about CZ's as well.