{"id":205998,"date":"2024-11-17T14:22:41","date_gmt":"2024-11-17T20:22:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=205998"},"modified":"2026-02-23T09:59:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T15:59:44","slug":"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\/","title":{"rendered":"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-estimated-reading-time yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time: <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">11<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The new CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter (VH) is purpose-built for dedicated varmint hunters, incorporating key design elements from the Cascade Long Range Hunter model. It features a medium-heavy barrel contour and a fully equipped stock with a flat, wide forend and adjustable length-of-pull and comb height for enhanced precision. Its high-capacity magazine boosts capability for more shooting and less reloading while remaining budget-friendly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-cva-cascade-vh-specifications\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">CVA Cascade VH Specifications:<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-out-of-the-box\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">Out of the Box<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-stock\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">Stock<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-handguard-on-the-vh\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">Handguard On the VH<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-action\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">Action<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-trigger\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">Trigger<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-magazines\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">Magazines<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-barrel\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">Barrel<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-vh-precision\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">VH Precision<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-load-the-magazine\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">How to Load the Magazine<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-cva-cascade-performance\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">CVA Cascade Performance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-summary\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-level=\"2\">Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5599-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206001\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5599-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5599-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5599-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5599-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5599.jpg 1281w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cva-cascade-vh-specifications\">CVA Cascade VH Specifications:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Caliber: 223<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight: 8.7lbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barrel: 20&#8243; Cerakoted Fluted Smoked Bronze<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Twist Rate: 1:9&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Threads: 5\/8&#215;24<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stock: Realtree Hillside Camo with Cheek Riser<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rail: 20 MOA Scope rail included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-out-of-the-box\">Out of the Box<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From the factory, the Cascade VH comes packaged in a foam box with a single 10-round CVA magazine, thread protector, owner\u2019s manual, and an installed 20 MOA rail. Available in .243 Win, .22-250 Rem, 204 Ruger,&nbsp;and .223, I opted for the .223 version for this review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5589-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206002\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5589-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5589-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5589-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5589-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5589.jpg 1368w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter out of the box<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-stock\">Stock<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Encompassing the Cascade VH is its Realtree Hillside Camo stock. The stock&#8217;s vertical grip angle aligns with current industry trends, providing a more natural and comfortable shooting position, especially in prone. The grip is&nbsp;comfortable, with a medium checkering pattern. The grip feels perfectly balanced, offering ample traction for secure handling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5591-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206003\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5591-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5591-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5591-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5591-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5591.jpg 1431w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Realtree Hillside camo pattern <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The stock feels rigid and sturdy, and the rubber butt pad is fairly firm, which pairs well with the light recoiling rounds this rifle is chambered in. One of my favorite features is the adjustable cheek riser. To adjust,&nbsp;simply&nbsp;use the large hand knob on the right-hand side, to loosen, adjust, and then torque in place. While at the lowest position, it works well for low-scope rings, it provides enough elevation change to still work well with taller one-piece scope mounts for optimal sight alignment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5592-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5592-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5592-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5592-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5592-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5592.jpg 1473w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Adjustable cheek riser <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-handguard-on-the-vh\">Handguard On the VH<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The handguard is pretty basic, but in this case, that is a good thing. It features mild checkered texturing, providing adequate grip for handling. One thing I&nbsp;like is the flat bottom of the handguard. It gives it a slightly thicker feel, but also provides a much more stable shooting rest. Whether shooting off sandbags, a tripod, or tree branches, the flat bottom ensures a stable and reliable resting position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_6703-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-208761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_6703-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_6703-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_6703-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_6703-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_6703.jpg 1431w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mild checkered pattern on the handguard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It also features two front sling swivels,&nbsp;which is&nbsp;perfect for those who want to mount both a sling and a bipod. For this review, I ran the <a href=\"https:\/\/mdttac.com\/oryx-bipod\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">MDT ORYX Bipod<\/a>,&nbsp;and it&nbsp;performed flawlessly. One other thing I found interesting is that the polymer used for this stock is a good insulator. On the last range trip I went on, I left multiple rifles out in the sun with 100-degree temperatures, and the Cascade VH remained easy to hold, whereas other&nbsp;polymer stocks became unwieldy and nearly impossible to get a cheek weld without burning your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6704-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-208762\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6704-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6704-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6704-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6704-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6704.jpg 1386w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">With two sling swivels both a bipod and sling could be mounted at the same time<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-action\">Action<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cascade VH&#8217;s action features a three-lug bolt system, complemented by a rounded oversized bolt handle that provides a quick and reliable grip. Notably, the tight tolerances between the bolt and action are impressive, especially for a rifle in this price range. The bolt never bound up on me and continuously fed smoothly. Where some actions give problems if you push too hard up, down, left, or right when working them, I could&nbsp;push&nbsp;this bolt in any direction and still feed rounds without issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5600-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206005\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5600-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5600-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5600-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5600-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5600.jpg 1462w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cascade VH&#8217;s oversized bolt knob<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-trigger\">Trigger<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This rifle features an externally adjustable trigger. The trigger exhibits a slight hint of creep, but overall, it offers a satisfying and responsive feel. I didn&#8217;t notice it when shooting, just when dry-firing and watching the trigger when slowly pulling against it. I measured the pull weight to break consistently at 2 lbs, but it can be adjusted from 2-4 lbs. One issue I encountered during testing was the trigger weight adjustment screw loosening and falling out while shooting. Luckily, I was lying prone and shooting from a mat, so I&nbsp;was able to&nbsp;find it, but it may be good to use some seal tape to keep it from vibrating out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5593-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206006\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5593-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5593-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5593-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5593-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5593.jpg 1467w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Trigger pull weight is adjustable using shown screw<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-magazines\">Magazines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cascade Varmint Hunter chambered in 223 comes with a 10-round magazine. The double-stacked magazine design offers higher capacity without extending too far below the rifle, ensuring unobstructed prone shooting. The proprietary CVA magazine works for 223, 300 Blackout, 204 Ruger, and 350 Legend. While this rifle ships with just one magazine, 10-round mags can be found for around $50, while the flush-fitting 4-round mags run about $35. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5594-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206007\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5594-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5594-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5594-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5594-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5594.jpg 1438w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shooting groups with various Hornady\/Frontier ammunition<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-barrel\">Barrel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cascade Varmint Hunter features a sleek Cerakote Smoked Bronze finish on the barrel and action, providing enhanced durability and protection in challenging conditions. Also designed for higher round counts, the Cascade VH features a heavier contoured 20-inch free-floating fluted barrel,&nbsp;which also features&nbsp;5\/8 x 24 threads for using muzzle brakes or suppressors. It shot great suppressed, and when just using a muzzle brake, the heavy barrel reduced recoil and muzzle rise for quicker follow-up shots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5595-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206008\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5595-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5595-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5595-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5595-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5595.jpg 1412w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cerakoted barrel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vh-precision\">VH Precision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout this review, I&nbsp;was able to&nbsp;put a couple hundred rounds through the CVA Cascade VH. Most of the ammunition used was <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/500rds-5-56x45-winchester-usa-55gr-fmj-ammo\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">55gr Winchester<\/a> supplied by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">Ammunitiontogo.com<\/a>. They are the official ammo sponsor for this review and offer a wide selection of competitively priced ammunition. For this review, I ordered some ammo, and it was on my doorstep within the week. Easy to use online website, insanely quick shipping, and competitive prices.&nbsp;Go check them out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To evaluate the precision of the CVA Cascade VH, I tested it with various <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hornady.com\/ammunition\/rifle\/#!\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">Hornady<\/a> ammunition, shooting 3-round groups at 100 yards. The rifle delivered multiple sub-MOA groups, with most types of ammunition clustering near the 1.5-MOA mark. For a target varmint rifle, I would have liked to see more types of ammunition group sub-MOA, however, with the right&nbsp;type&nbsp;of ammunition, sub-MOA groups are possible. Below, you\u2019ll find a table and images detailing my results:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Ammunition Type<\/td><td>Average Velocity (FPS)<\/td><td>3-Round Group Size in MOA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/20rds-223-rem-winchester-usa-55gr-fmj-ammo\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">Winchester 55gr FMJ<\/a><\/td><td>3248<\/td><td>1.65<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/20rds-223-rem-hornady-frontier-55gr-fmj-ammo\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">Frontier 55gr FMJ<\/a><\/td><td>3159<\/td><td>1.07<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/20rds-223-rem-hornady-frontier-55gr-hp-match-ammo\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">Frontier 55gr HP Match<\/a><\/td><td>3079<\/td><td>0.80<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/20rds-223-rem-hornady-frontier-68gr-bthp-match-ammo\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">Frontier 68gr BTHP Match<\/a><\/td><td>2929<\/td><td>2.38<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/20rds-223-rem-hornady-73gr-eld-match-ammo\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">Hornady 73gr ELD Match<\/a><\/td><td>2729<\/td><td>1.22<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5607-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206009\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5607-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5607-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5607-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5607-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5607.jpg 1485w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Groups shot from 100 yards<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-load-the-magazine\">How to Load the Magazine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One &#8220;problem&#8221; I encountered was the rifle not feeding rounds smoothly into the chamber. I set this gun up at a shooting station and let 25 people take turns shooting it from 200-500 yards. There were 10-30mph winds, and everything was coated with some good ole Oklahoma red dirt. The Varmint Hunter &#8220;continually&#8221; gave people issues trying to chamber rounds and would bind up halfway into the battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6706-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-208763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6706-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6706-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6706-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6706-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6706.jpg 1479w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bolt binding up halfway into chambering a round<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the rounds binding up were simply due to improper magazine loading. If the rounds aren\u2019t fully seated toward the back of the magazine, the bolt will catch when cycling. But when the rounds are properly pushed to the rear, as shown in the image below, the rifle cycles smoothly. Even with all the grit, the action ran well when the mag was loaded properly. Just a quick tip for anyone looking to run this rifle without a hitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6710-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-208767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6710-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6710-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6710-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6710-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6710-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_6710.jpg 1725w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How to properly load the proprietary CVA magazine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cva-cascade-performance\">CVA Cascade Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The only other issue I encountered was the lack of corrosion resistance on certain&nbsp;parts of the rifle. Everything Cerakoted held up great, but I noticed after I retrieved this rifle from my safe after my first range trip shooting for hours in the 100-degree heat, that some parts had started to rust.&nbsp;To be fair,&nbsp;I didn&#8217;t wipe down or clean the rifle after sweating all over it, but I would like to see more corrosion-resistant coatings applied since this all happened after only my first range trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5606-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5606-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5606-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5606-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5606-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5606-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5606.jpg 1688w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rust build-up on various components<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the Cascade VH shot respectively, and I could get sub-MOA groups with the right match-grade <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/ammo\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">ammo<\/a>. The Cerakoted barrel not only complements the rifle&#8217;s camo scheme but also enhances its corrosion resistance. The ability to attach a suppressor adds to its appeal as a modern varmint rifle. Coming in at 8.7 lbs and chambered in 223, this rifle is a breeze to shoot. Practically no recoil, and very flat shooting. This makes it easy to watch bullet&nbsp;trace&nbsp;when shooting at a distance, view where a shot was missed to make up for it quickly, or even&nbsp;just&nbsp;watch your bullets fly and hit their intended target.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>READ MORE: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/non-ar-or-ak-options-for-modern-sporting-rifle-shooters-in-california-part-iii\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">Non AR or AK Options for Modern Sporting Rifle Shooters in California (Part III)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5609-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5609-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5609-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5609-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5609-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5609.jpg 1363w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shooting the CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-summary\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/bpioutdoors.com\/cascade-vh\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\">CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter (VH)<\/a> is a versatile bolt-action rifle designed for&nbsp;both&nbsp;field and range use. Drawing inspiration from the Cascade <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/the-400-yard-deer-hunter-summer-prep-required\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"3685\">Long Range Hunter<\/a>, it features a medium-heavy barrel, an adjustable stock, and a high-capacity magazine. With an MSRP of $900, it\u2019s available for around $800. The rifle&#8217;s Cerakote Smoked Bronze finish, adjustable cheek riser, and free-floating fluted barrel enhance its durability and performance in tough conditions. While the&nbsp;rifle&nbsp;achieved sub-MOA accuracy with the right ammunition, not all loads performed equally well, so testing various types is crucial for effective <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/summer-hunting-anyone-varmint-and-predator-hunting-all-year-round\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"3686\">varmint hunting<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong><em>*** <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"cva-cascade-varmint-hunter-review\" title=\"CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter Review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy and Sell on GunsAmerica!<\/a> ***<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The new CVA Cascade Varmint Hunter (VH) is purpose-built for dedicated varmint hunters, incorporating key 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