Rifle Review

Colt’s new CBX TAC Hunter is a hybrid design offering the ergonomics and accuracy of a competition rifle in a lighter, hunter-friendly package.

The Ruger 10/22 Target is built for Steel Challenge competition shooting. The stock, trigger, and barrel all work together to provide a competitor with a serious match rifle at a less-than-serious price.

When it comes to truck guns, versatility, reliability, and ease of use are paramount. The PSA JAKL 5.56 Rifle has been hailed by others as an excellent choice for these criteria, and I was eager to put it to the test.

After putting approximately 5,000 rounds through it, between the range and hunts, I can confidently say that this rifle stands out as a budget rifle in both reliability and performance.

Every X-Bolt rifle I have tested over the years was superbly accurate. Rifles in non-magnum chamberings consistently shot ½-MOA groups or better, with many groups measuring just 1/3-MOA, with factory ammo.

The new SIG Cross Magnum is designed in the image of its precursor but has some alterations I enjoy, such as an integrated ARCA rail in the forend, safety that doubles as a thumb-shelf, vertical grip, and comes standard with a muzzle brake.

Bergara’s MgLite is a lightweight, accurate, and reliable hunting platform that utilizes some uncommon materials to achieve this result. Even though this rifle weighs pounds less than its competition, Bergara managed to incorporate many features that may make this rifle, pound for pound, the best value in its class.

I’m not sure why there are so few side-charging ARs available to shooters, relatively speaking. However, I can tell you that the BC-15 5.56 NATO is one of my new favorite models.

You may have heard the Townsend Whelen quote that goes “Only accurate rifles are interesting.” Over the years I have developed a respect for the craftsmanship that accuracy and precision demand.