Is there much a difference between these two guns? The price difference is about $225 with the Trophy hunter being the more expensive one. I do like that stainless barrel look on the Trophy Hunter though. I would get either of them in .223 I believe and I would only being shooting targets most likely. I wont be hunting.
Savage Axis 2 XP or Savage 16/116 Trophy Hunter XP?
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hometownhero
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Not really.
There is a reason the axis is that much cheaper. Terrible stock that has a lot of flex, plastic mag latch that breaks pretty easily, only long action, almost no aftermarket upgrades for the axis either.
The 10/110, 11/111, 12/112, 16/116 are all the same action with double digit being short action and triple digit being long action. The reason for the different numbers are for different finishes.
That $225 gets you a better feel, better constructed stock, better mag system, and a short action for a short action round.
Axis was the winner in the race to the bottom. The 10/110 line has been a proven work horse for a long time. If only shooting targets check the savage website for twist rate in their barrels. Long heavy bullets don't like a slow twist. The website also shows all available models within the distinct platforms
I own 3 110/111 guns and no axis
I own 3 110/111 guns and no axis
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savage .....you lost me at salvage.
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That savage 110/10, 11/111, 12/112 and the 16/116 are all better build quality than the axis. 110 (means long action) 10(means short action.) and so for with the other model numbers. The axis is generally an entry level rifle but they are inherently accurate, but lacking in fit and finish as compared to the other savage models listed above.
Note: all axis rifles are built off a long action that will create a longer bolt throw even in short action calls like .243 and .308 not a big deal but just saying.
I suggest you head to the gun shop and fondle all of them. The differences will quickly become apparent. As for twist rates you have to look at the bullets weight you will mainly shoot to decide on which is most versitle for you. Many will say savages are ugly but once you see the beautiful groups on your target they are a supermodel.
If it were me, of your choices I'd get the international trophy version in one of the models listed above. And I'd stick to the standard sportier barrel an stay away from the medium contour (predator versions) they are just heavy to carry IMO
Note: all axis rifles are built off a long action that will create a longer bolt throw even in short action calls like .243 and .308 not a big deal but just saying.
I suggest you head to the gun shop and fondle all of them. The differences will quickly become apparent. As for twist rates you have to look at the bullets weight you will mainly shoot to decide on which is most versitle for you. Many will say savages are ugly but once you see the beautiful groups on your target they are a supermodel.
If it were me, of your choices I'd get the international trophy version in one of the models listed above. And I'd stick to the standard sportier barrel an stay away from the medium contour (predator versions) they are just heavy to carry IMO
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I dont know what "longer bolt throw" means.
The barrel I was looking at for the 16 model is the stainless steel barrel. But its not the nicest stainless steel as its yellow and more dell looking. Not nice like a remington 700 sps stainless. Also, my purchase relies heavily on the looks of the gun. It has to be equally reliable and nice looking or I wont buy it. And to the other guy who commented... I would mainly shoot 55 grain which isnt an issue for 1:10 twist. But the 1:10 twist pretty much confines me to the 55 grain. NOt sure why they did that when the cheaper axis is 1:9
I'm shooting 223 75gr match bullets in two 110 Trophy Hunters, both sporter and heavy barrel, with good results (as in +/- 0.5MOA)
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More like a Lada and a Hyundai.
A Lexus would be stepping up to something like a Winchester M70 or Sako A7.
Ar180shooter
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looked at both of them ,, ended up with a rem 783 in 223 ,, still an entry level gun cheaper than a model 16 xp trophy hunter .. 783 may not look as nice as a 16 savage but it is lighter and holds 5 rounds still it shoots moa ,, take your pick rem783 savage or ruger American all good entry level guns ,, good for coyote hunting and you won't cry when you scratch it my 2 cents worth
Yuk yuk yuk. When I drag raced I used to advocate for the brand name I was driving. When I bought my first brand new vehicle, that brand name didn't cut me any breaks. Bought a different brand. I never got any royalty cheques from any of them.
My Savages shoot just fine for me. Out of the box, the 111 was pretty good for me. I had to do a bit of work to my Axis to deal with "stock flex" and "length of pull."
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Longer bolt throw means..... it is a longer bolt pull back to extract and chamber a round. It will some times cause you to have to lift your head from the stock while firing a follow up shot and will cause you to loose your sight picture. With a short action you can keep that head down and pull back the bolt with out loosing sight of your target. Just a little more efficiency with a short action chamber.
As for the stainless that would your personal choice. But the 16/116 weather warrior version is a nice rifle for the money. One thing I will add savages a super easy to change out barrels and add on to.
