need opinions on Browning Xbolt
12-18-2009, 03:49 AM
#1
Typical Buck
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need opinions on Browning Xbolt
I found an Xbolt for a reasonable price at a local store. $589...
I don't know much about Browning, or the the ABolt. I am thinking about a .243 or 308 in the micro hunter with a 20" barrel. Is this a good gun? also with this short barrel is the 308 going to be a bear to handle?
Is the Xbolt different?
I don't know much about Browning, or the the ABolt. I am thinking about a .243 or 308 in the micro hunter with a 20" barrel. Is this a good gun? also with this short barrel is the 308 going to be a bear to handle?
Is the Xbolt different?
Last edited by semi; 12-18-2009 at 09:58 AM.
12-18-2009, 04:35 AM
#2
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Berkeley Springs, WV
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Goto Browning.com and read the differences between the 2.
I have a Rem 700 in a 308 with a 20" barrel and the recoil is very tame, so I doubt the Micro Hunter will be much different.
I have an A-bolt Micro in the 243wssm and its prob my fav rifle. I just like the feel of it. You search about a million posts that pretty much answer you question. I also have an A-bolt Medallion in 270wsm and its prob my 2nd fav rifle. I have Rems, Rugers, Weatherby's and Savages and the Brownings are my favorites for feel and accuracy but a good bit.
I don't have any experience with the x-bolt but have heard nothing but good things about them. If it fits you well go for it IMO.
You should have no issues with the quality of that gun. IMO its prob the best to have in that price range with Tikka being a close 2nd but for me I don't like the feel of them(just for me).
Good luck with your decision, depending on what other rifles you have I would lean towards the 308 for you main deer hunter between the 2 but there is nothing wrong with a 243.
I mainly reload but was given a box of 165grn Fed Fusions for my 308 and they gave me a sub 1" group at a hundred. Incase you are looking for some help with budget priced ammo.
I have a Rem 700 in a 308 with a 20" barrel and the recoil is very tame, so I doubt the Micro Hunter will be much different.
I have an A-bolt Micro in the 243wssm and its prob my fav rifle. I just like the feel of it. You search about a million posts that pretty much answer you question. I also have an A-bolt Medallion in 270wsm and its prob my 2nd fav rifle. I have Rems, Rugers, Weatherby's and Savages and the Brownings are my favorites for feel and accuracy but a good bit.
I don't have any experience with the x-bolt but have heard nothing but good things about them. If it fits you well go for it IMO.
You should have no issues with the quality of that gun. IMO its prob the best to have in that price range with Tikka being a close 2nd but for me I don't like the feel of them(just for me).
Good luck with your decision, depending on what other rifles you have I would lean towards the 308 for you main deer hunter between the 2 but there is nothing wrong with a 243.
I mainly reload but was given a box of 165grn Fed Fusions for my 308 and they gave me a sub 1" group at a hundred. Incase you are looking for some help with budget priced ammo.
12-18-2009, 08:37 AM
#3
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Clermont Florida U.S.
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Most reviews I've read (plus my own experience) indicates the X-Bolt is a winner. It's kind of a newer, more refined A-Bolt. Regarding the short barrel, my wife shoots a Ruger Compact short barrel (in both .308 and 7mm-08) without issue...and she is 99lbs. soaking wet.
12-18-2009, 10:48 AM
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Giant Nontypical
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I will be picking up my X-Bolt Stainless Stalker in .338 WM for Christmas (so, I like them !!!).
MSRP = $899
http://www.browning.com/products/cat...item=035215211
20" barrel will not allow any caliber to reach it's "full potential".
MSRP = $899
http://www.browning.com/products/cat...item=035215211
20" barrel will not allow any caliber to reach it's "full potential".
Last edited by Sheridan; 12-18-2009 at 10:54 AM.
12-18-2009, 08:21 PM
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Spike
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12-20-2009, 02:52 PM
#9
Spike
Join Date: Dec 2009
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have had an x-bolt, 7mm-08, for 2 seasons. 4 shots, 4 deer. farthest 227 yds. (range finder). As I shoot left handed, love the tang safety. Had a Rem. Model 7, 7mm-08, for several yrs. Good gun, but like the x - bolt better No regrets.
