Bergara Just Released 3 New Rifles!

[@knieban]

*Cries in left handed*

[@streetrage8694]

Wipes butt with right hand tho

[@colbykinney5633]

@@streetrage8694 nope can't even pick my nose right handed

[@bp8023]

Be better, I guess

[@turneroneal]

Same

[@GrifftheFifth]

Scoffs in right handed

[@ianmorris2593]

The barrel stiffness is more a function of geometry than total material mass. They maintain a larger diameter for the same mass, so there’s a definite stiffness boost.

[@davidwarren3433]

Just purchased a Beraga B14 Crest in 6.5 CM and it is in transit. Should have my hands on the rifle very soon. Thanks for the reviews and looking forward to your hands on full review of the Crest.

[@JIBRILSAUTO96]

any feedback?

[@tjames525]

Just picked mine up in 308. Still have to get out and shoot it but overall feel is amazing. Switched the brake out for a recoil hawg though.

[@TheWVgoodguy22]

I actually tagged you in the Bergera post about the Crest model and how much you would love it, especially when they eventually chamber it in 7 PRC a day or two ago. Some folks actually like a heavier weight model especially when it comes to magnum cartridges so they have the power but a more stable platform for those shots past 300 - 400 yards that can present themselves in the backcountry. Then cut weight elsewhere. To each their own on their preferred style. A Savage 110 Ultralight is a carbon fiber barreled rifle in the same price point as the Ridge Carbon but with a more plastic feeling stock. But weighs a pound less than the Ridge. I can’t wait to see what you share with us from Shot Show. I wish that I could be there instead of working at a boring retail store like Menards

[@backfire]

Good points. I do think the Crest is right up my alley.

[@brentrigby690]

I own and love several Bergara rifles. All of them are shooters and I've never had any issues with the rifles themselves. My only complaint has been the weight. Packing a Bergara up and down the mountains with a suppressor has been less than ideal. I'm glad they've been listening to their customers about shaving weight!!!

[@jarrettm3728]

Happy b14r owner wish they would offer metal mags n staked ejector though

[@thomasdiamond9420]

I just swapped from a Begara b14 to the sig cross. The only reason was WEIGHT then they dropped these haha. I loved my Begara

[@jaredharlan238]

The fluting is a way to add some stiffness of a heavier barrel without all the weight of a heavier barrel. Fluting really doesn’t do much for cooling down a barrel (it adds a little surface area which helps but not significantly). It’s the same principle behind why civil engineers use I-beams instead of a fully filled rectangular beam.

[@phild9813]

I figured it was to add extra diameter for threading/suppressor, but still trying to keep weight a bit lower with the flutes. Can’t thread a pencil barrel.

[@et9650]

The hmr pro has been a great rig. Would be great to see their carbon wrapped barrels become available.

[@wildernessgreggoodfellow2269]

The Springfield Waypoint 2020 is in the Crest price range if you get the steel barrel. I recently bought one partially because of the review on the channel. It has been an absolute killer in 6MM Creedmoor for Coyotes and is very very accurate even with factory loads I've been using. This Crest looks to be similar and similarly priced.

[@backfire]

I haven't yet seen the 2020 Waypoint in a steel barrel. They announced those at launch two years ago, but I haven't yet seen one in the wild. Good to know that they're shipping.

[@wildernessgreggoodfellow2269]

@@backfire I was looking for a 6mm creed for a while and then I got lucky and found this one at Gunnies in Orem. Its one of their first steel barrel models because the new ones have a colored ceracoat while mine is black. I paid $1650 for it so in that same ball park as this crest.

[@nealp7244]

@@wildernessgreggoodfellow2269 I got lucky last year and scored the Carbon barreled waypoint in 6.5 Creedmoor for $1850 in a Gun broker Auction

[@thechaz1776]

Both the gun shops in my town have offering for both waypoints. I considered both but ended up walking out with the 6.5PRC in carbon barrel. It’s sweet!

[@rpk5250]

Isn’t the ridge carbon like the savage 110 ultralight ?

[@Talix.]

The Savage 110 Ultralite comes with a carbon fiber wrapped barrel and goes on sale for around $950. Just an FYI since you were mentioning Bergara undercutting other manufacturers prices.

[@5stargunsandgear]

Very nice offering I plan to test the B14 HMR Wilderness on my channel in 300 PRC I am so excited to finally get my hands on one. Now I want one from the new line up

[@larrysayers1377]

I got a Bergara rifle B14 Hunter in 06 spring 2023 after a very disappointing ejection issue with a Sako 85 in the same caliber. I was told of the stellar accuracy of these guns by a several gun shops where I live in western Canada. Loved the feel, weight and balance of the gun as well as the silky smooth action. However it never lived up to its reputation. Over the course of 3 months or so of trying 12 different factory ammunition in weights of 165, 180 and 190 bullets from Winchester, Hornady, Federal soft point, Federal Premium I could only get one 3 shot group of Hornady 180gr Whitetail to group 1”. The rest ranged from 1.75”-3+” groups. In all the shooting I did with it I would fire one shot set the gun in the shade, walk to the 100 yards and mark the shot walk back, wait a few mins and shoot again. This was done or all 12 brands in 3 shot groups. As I always test from a cold barrel on groups. However not only were the groups disappointing but the action would not cycle any of the ammo. I would put a round in the mag then the second but it tended to pop up. When I did get 4 rounds in and started to cycle the action, ever time it jammed. The first round sometimes go in but the second would always pop up and jam. I filmed all the target shots and I filmed all the attempts I made in loading and cycling the action. I also had 2 new scopes that I put on it just to be sure. I emailed Bergara with the gun serial number but never got an answer back. Luckily the gun shop I bought the rifle from were very honourable and took the gun back and I was able to exchange it for a known reliable gun maker with no cost to me. So I hope that is not the norm with Bergara

[@BigWally975]

Hi Jim, big fan of the Chanel! Can you make a video talking about reloading? I’m considering starting. Pros/cons to buying factory vs. reloading, Do’s and Don’ts, and any tips you would give to someone just starting out. Happy new year and keep up the great work!

[@patrickfallon4583]

As a gun seller for a major chain this info was invaluable. Thank you

[@virgilpalmer2427]

I bought a hmr b14, 308 win... I think it shoots pretty good... I'm very happy with my purchase... 😊

[@biggs8729]

Just a quick response to your comment on fluting on the barrel. Going to a thicker contour barrel and then fluting it can give you a barrel of the same weight but increase it's rigidity and cooling properties. If you are not looking to increase weight but wanted to stiffen the barrel and increase cooling, this is how you do it.

[@dennisholle1005]

Great information! Keep up the good work!!!

[@E1337Jerk]

Was hoping to see one in 7prc

[@garyhawkins8094]

Fluting adds rigidity as well as surface area for cooling while minimizing weight.

[@backfire]

Respectfully, I don't think fluting adds rigidity. How could it? It's removing material. If it were the same barrel contour but without those grooves cut out, it'd be even more rigid.

[@garyhawkins8094]

@@backfire The "ribs" add rigidity. We used to put these on our field rifles since we would carry them for days on end. Our urban/hostage guns we left them round. So technically you are correct they are not more rigid than a bull at the same diameter of the outer circumference, but they are functionally as stiff as the full barrel but with less weight and better cooling secondary to surface area.

[@redrock425]

@@backfire It's one of those relative discussions. Is it a thinner barrel with added ribs or a thicker barrel with less mass? I'd say it's a compromise between a thin or thick barrel. To be honest for hunting you're not shooting a high number of rounds (assuming deer not prairie dogs), I'd go for the lighter option. Disclaimer I'm not a hunter 😉

[@damianlaughton]

I got the crest about a month or so ago now is Aus. Awesome rifle, looks just as good as the video in person. Highly recommend.

[@logan65]

Love this channel!!!

[@backfire]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@tonystreetman8209]

I have a B-14 HMR 6.5 creedmoor with an EOtech Vudu 3.5-18. Thing does weigh a lot but it’s super accurate!

[@kinjunranger140]

i have the .308 version and it's more accurate than I will ever be. Perfect for my bench shooting and once a year deer hunt my son takes.

[@ronbroberg3022]

Still like the savage 110 ultralight. Great for back country hunting. Knock is on the stock, how do you beat the barrel, trigger, adjustable stock options, weight, accuracy, and chamber options for the price point. Cerakote the stock if you don't like the looks.

[@jamessammann9183]

Ron I got a 110 savage ultra light in 6.5 prc yesterday its a dam good light gun in camo. 1k. How can u beat it with carbon barell

[@KruiserKrawler]

Yeah, I’m not sure why he said this Bergera was the least expensive carbon barreled rifle when the 110 is still less and he owns one…. Guessing he got $ from Bergara

[@jarrettm3728]

Or dip

[@danielbell4007]

Depending on the fluting pattern I think it actually add to the rigidity. You’ve got increased surface area, with radii that conflict with the radius of the barrel, there are a number of factors, but I remember reading somewhere that one of the benefits of fluting is increased rigidity. I’m no physicist though, so idk for sure.

[@albertlemont5471]

I have argued this before years ago, but I really don't know. My argument was they put flutes in columns to increase rigidity. Why would it not help a rifle barrel?

[@danielbell4007]

@@albertlemont5471 that’s funny. Roman pillars are the other primary example that came to mind.

[@ryanbernard6550]

Yeah, the further from the bore axis the material is, the more the material resists bending. It's why we use I-beams to build large buildings and tube framing to build race car cages/chassis. I-beams and tubes are much stronger for the same cross-sectional surface area than just a solid bar of steel.

[@anthonykaiser974]

Removing material doesn't increase rigidity. What you do have is increased rigidity over the same weight unfluted barrel.

[@danielbell4007]

@@anthonykaiser974 it’s not just removing material, (depending on the pattern) it’s adding a series convex radii to the barrel which is structurally stronger than a solid cylinder. I’m no engineer, but I know a few and I’m discussing architecture and other non-firearm related topics, radii are added to or built into materials to make them stronger. I don’t know all the answers, but it is interesting to consider. I’ll have to do some more dogging.

[@thejoshpope]

Engineering note on fluted barrels, your increasing moment of inertia of the barrel section resulting in a stiffer barrel per weight of barrel

[@kellenbergerexcavating6441]

Hey, so I just watched you video (amongst others) on the Waypoint and was sold....then I see this from Bergara. Now Im really torn!!! Great videos, thanks

[@bryanfox2735]

Oh yea. Mines a 7mag!! Like god intended!! 💪🇺🇸💯

[@ChadCrane]

We demand a test of straight-pull rifles. New Savage, Browning Maral + top 2 germans: Blaser R8 + Merkel Helix Speedster. Keep it up!

[@backfire]

They aren't very popular here in the usa. I tried the new Savage Impulse and absolutely HATED it. It's extremely heavy, was cumbersome to use, and the improvement in bolt movement seems minor. I don't think that Browning released the Maral for the US market. Sorry! I wish I could get my hands on them all, but I don't think I'll be able to. I'll keep my eyes open at shot show, though. Maybe they'll be there.

[@G19Jeeper]

Little out of reach considering even a Cheap Blaser is still $5900

[@ChadCrane]

@@backfire I just really like your reviews. I have Merkel and Blaser and these are basically one-rifle-for-all systems. I just plan to move to the USA and wonder how they find themselves in different types of hunting that you have. Nevertheless, I'm waiting for your episode about the straight-pull rifles. Thanks for the answer. All clear.

[@thomasnielsen5151]

Pretty sure fluting still helps the barrel stay more rigid compared to thinner profile barrel and at least providing more surface for cooling...

[@backfire]

So fluting removes material from a barrel. If we're talking about a barrel that still has that steel in it, vs one of the same contour with that material removed for fluting, it couldn't be MORE rigid, right?

[@thomasnielsen5151]

@@backfire Sorry for the poor writing. Most likely the barrel will be less rigid compared to before the flying but compared to a thinner barrel I'm sure you get a few advantages. I edited my comment a little...

[@timgreer6738]

if you are familiar with metal you would come to learn that a flat sheet of metal or a round tube becomes much stronger and stiffer if you add feature lines to the metal, you take a door shell of a car and add feature lines in the metal it makes the panel stronger and stiffer, the same thing with a round tube, if you flute a gun barrel you actually add much more tensile strength to the tube itself as opposed to just a round tube, and you also increase the amount of square inches of outer area available for air cooling ,, that is shy companies flute barrels

[@djl0fne]

Well said

[@jackbuendgen389]

That crest looks sweet!

[@backfire]

Agreed. The Crest looks the most compelling to me.

[@brentrigby690]

@@backfire I was excited to see this rifle launched. I do think they missed the price point on this rifle though.

[@hardingdies7811]

I saw a brief flash that ONE Bergara is left-handed (LH) but you didn't mention it. MY REQUEST is that you do a video on ALL the available LH rifles, especially bolt guns (since all lever guns can be shot either way). With 15+% of all shooters being LH and some of us RH shooters are left-eye dominant, the paucity of LH guns is disheartening, even if it takes more engineering and would have a slightly higher retail cost.

[@CliffordTheCowboyCloser]

Love it!! I’m looking to pick up my first rifle from them.

[@lilcorn52]

I love the Cristus Statue in the background 😉🛕

[@michaelanderson5229]

I don't think I'll ever own a Bergara. However, those are some sweet rifles.

[@Scottyman99]

Sometimes it sucks being left handed. That Crest looks really nice :(

[@skippylippy547]

Thanks for the review. Looks like 3 very good rifles! Much more "affordable" too. 😀

[@phild9813]

Unfortunately I doubt they added a locking bolt handle. Still a pass for me but they’re getting there with the weight.

[@edstettin6799]

I will buy either a Crest or the Waypoint in 7MM PRC or 300 PRC. Just waiting to see who releases it first. Already have a Waypoint in 6.5 PRC and love it.

[@jameswatson4110]

Me too and I love it!

[@nathank1512]

Just bought my B14 HMR last Friday. But ultimately its the price that sold me on it. Neat offerings but out of my price range.

[@kinjunranger140]

You should love it. I love mine in .308.

[@satched]

In new zealand we get bergara b14 extreme hunter. I brought one in 308 as they come in short action cartridges. They come in at 6.6lbs. Threaded barrel. Runs subsonic suppressed rounds suoer quietly. Great we rifle only has a 18.5" fluted barrel.

[@seanhumphreys5498]

I really like Bergara, but wish this line had something in a 7mm option (maybe a 7 PRC???). Great video as always and I am looking forward to seeing more of what you find from shot show.

[@backfire]

TOTALLY agree. Wish they would have a 7 PRC, but at LEAST a 7 mag, right???

[@seanhumphreys5498]

@@backfire Yes sir!!!! Thanks again for the great content!!!!

[@gillingconstruction4981]

I read on Bergara’s instagram comments that they are bringing out more calibres

[@BB-nw3mj]

They are going to chamber it...sooner or later

[@HamIsDie]

Well you are in luck because they are now available in 7 PRC!

[@user-ee4jy5pp7m]

Crazy price! Considering.

[@ataglance556]

Hey Jim ty for the update, and do you know of any Firearms that have these specs but are budget $1000-$2500 CAD, specs are: 1. 308 caliber, 2. 26" barrel, 3. Heavy Barrel, 4. Fluted, 5. 3-5 round Mag capacity, 6. 9-12lbs weight, 7. Precision Grade, 8. Fully Customizable, 9. Very Accurate, if you or anyone who legitimately knows please let me know bud and I'd be very appreciative for the help, also please say hi to Emily and thank you and her again for the last vid that made my day, hope you and the family have a wonderful day and looking forward to more of your reviews and vids 😊🙌👋

[@backfire]

Maybe a Bergara HMR Pro?

[@Timberdam]

Fluting allows use of heavier barrel without the weight. Fluting does not have an effect on the stiffness of the barrel.. But going to heavier barrel will prevent stringing of your shots while the barrel heats up, Heating of the barrel generally causes point of impact shift by your 3rd shot. Everyone knows with the light sporter barrel you get two that are close and the third opens up your group !>> Don't worry the Engineers got it right!! Custom rifle builders like Bartlein and Benchmark are using 3B and 4 contour barrels to increase accuracy and decrease POI shift with follow up shots ,,The fluting is to keep weight down! The heavier barrel ( Barrels vibrates like a Tuning Fork ) are stiffer and don't heat up as fast this improves 3 -5 shot groups!

[@jpswain4]

While getting to be a bit dated, the Kimber 84m Montana is a carbon fiber stocked rifle for less... it also weighs a lot less, but it's a cold-bore mountain rifle, not what you'd buy to shoot super tight groups from a bench...

[@Sg16-]

Please review the hmr, it’s a great rifle

[@garrytalley8009]

Nice video. I understand that people using suppressors may want shorter barrels but hardly everybody wants them. Longer barrels give you more velocity that most long-range shooters want. I can understand a heavier barrel they heat up less. The fluting reduces the weight and helps the barrel cool as well with more surface area to cool. I do not think that fluting actually reduces rigidness either. I could be wrong, but I don't think so because that larger diameter is what reduces the flex in the barrel. I don't think the flutes take anything away but weight. Thanks for the update and your honest opinion. Personally, I hate skinny barrels.

[@ericgnelson2188]

I have Bergara hmr .300 wm and hunted with it in the deer blind this year in Michigan. Shoots great and not to bad carrying 150 yds back and forth to the blind but is way to heavy to take on my next western elk hunt.

[@TerrySprey]

I’m very interested in this Crest model I need to find one first so I can feel it. I’m one of those guys 😂

[@backfire]

I'm looking forward to handling that crest model at shot show.

[@billmelton181]

Make sure you get us a video out when you get one of these new ones in. I’m sure they shoot as good as our old ones. Could you do some research on how these carbon wrapped barrels are holding up to wear and tear. Thanks

[@oldblu82]

Fluting adds rigidity!!! Anytime you add dimension you add strength

[@CoryRizzMMA]

When I saw the title I was excited that they were coming out with a 7PRC but not lol. I already have the 6.5PRC in the 20/20 waypoint so they won't be replacing that. My next big game rifle is going to b the 7PRC but not decided on the platform yet. Maybe the Fears that you reviewed a few videos ago. I do want a Bergara though.

[@arminrs184]

Would love to see the Crest with a carbon barrel. That would it make "real" lightweight. Handled it a few months ago at my gunsmiths Shop and the weight didn't felt like a carbonstock rifle should feel. (The crest is avialable in Europe since about 6-8 months)

[@backfire]

Oh, didn’t realize that it was out in Europe. What specifically felt weird to you?

[@arminrs184]

@@backfireIts a cool rifle and i was thinking of buying one. I really liked the feel and lines of the stock, it feels like good quality. But i didn't like the heavy contoured barrel in addition to the carbonstock. The rifle weighs like 3.2kg, thats heavier than lets say a standart Tikka T3x. So that kind of put me off of buying one.

[@joquin4618]

Guess I know what I’m gonna get for my Bday: wilderness HMR in 308 with carbon wrapped barrel 😊😊😊😊 ❤

[@backfire]

That'll be a happy birthday :-)

[@marcmoore4115]

Hold on a moment! I know of 2 rifles that are less expensive, with Carbon fiber. The Howa 1500 Carbon Stalker - $975 - comes with a carbon stock and a steel barrel, Short and Long Action models come in at 6.2lbs, the Mini Action models in 4lbs 10 oz. Can get them in a lot of cartridges from .223 up to .300 Win Mag. Howa 1500 Carbon Elevate - $1300 - 4lbs 13oz, has a carbon stock and barrel. Only comes in 6.5 Creed, .308, 6.5 PRC and 6.5 Grendel though.

[@thomasmcpherson7584]

Jim, I have new criteria in a rifle if I was to buy/build one. And I’m not sure if a manufacturer even produces a rifle with all I want. Which is why it would have to built. Adjustable stock cheek/pull, less than 3lb trigger, detachable mag, sub 7lbs total weight, carbon barrel less than 22”, chambered in 7mm-30cal non-belted cartridge. I know it’s a lot but manufacturers have the able to do all of these in a rifle easily. Most manufacturers offer these features just not all combined on one rifle. Would be what I spend money on if it existed

[@thomasmcpherson7584]

Also I know the savage ultralite is available. But, the stock is cheap and the magazine design is weak. Iv owned savage rifles I don’t think I could buy another one.

[@curtisclarkson1652]

I’ve always like a bit of weight on my rifles, seem like I got to get my hands on one of these

[@mrfawkes9110]

Fluting looks cool(objectively) adds rigidity(theoretically) while removing weight(measurably) and dissipating heat better(marginally).

[@garyhawkins8094]

Research- FBI, SS, USSOCOM, USMC

[@JeffHeathTheVintageWorkshop]

Uhhhhh.....the Savage 110 Ultralight is MADE IN THE USA coming in at 5.8 lbs., has 9 caliber offerings, has the Proof Research carbon wrapped stainless barrel, with a melonite receiver. Just an awesome, ridiculously accurate rifle, and you can buy one for under $1300 if you know where to look (I did). I will always support an American firearms manufacturer over the imports, plain and simple. I'd like this channel a lot more if you did too. For 8 lb. rifles, my Savage 110 Timberline, fully cerakoted and threaded, cost me $1025. I shoot sub 1/2 MOA groups all day with 143 grain Hornady ELDX. Nothing Bergara makes interests me at all over American made options.

[@JeffHeathTheVintageWorkshop]

Oh.....and another company (like CVA) that doesn't care too much for the lefty shooters. There are millions of us.

[@lycheeznuts]

but the 110s look so goofy even the deer will laugh at you in the woods carrying that thing around

[@e7tegt503]

@@lycheeznuts Then it gets shot through the eye at 300 yards lol. That barrel is accurate af.

[@lycheeznuts]

@@e7tegt503 it's still a savage action though

[@jarrettm3728]

I have a Ridgeline my ca i wonder ca vs bergara vs proof ????????

[@jeffreygibbons6878]

Nice synopsis.

[@chrisfisher3900]

I love bergara as well

[@volkoff6357]

9.5 lbs is heavy? *Laughs in PRS rifles.

[@backfire]

Haha. Yeah, for a PRS rifle it's a lightweight, but for hunting... :-)

[@ActinOut]

Just a heads up for reloaders. I've been seriously looking at the Bergara b14 lineup in a 7prc and in reading Bergara's user manual found online under their warranty is says the following: and for those who'd desire to harass me for a specific reference from Bergara - its on page 32. Quote: "...below will also void the warranty:....use of impropper ammunition (e.g. ...reloaded ammunition, ...)." Just something to be aware of if you reload, which I do.

[@mattmcclure9371]

Savage 110 ultralight comes with a proof research carbon barrel, can be had from 1000-1400$ depending on where ya buy

[@carsenegame]

The Savage 110 Ultralite is basically the same price as that Ridge Carbon

[@tylerolson4913]

Got both of my ultralites for $1,100 each. Savage is definitely cheaper but you’ll get a better action from the Bergara. No idea how their carbon barrels will hold up.

[@striderwolf687]

Great updates! Would love a review of them and especially the CVT XT. I see it added a muzzle break, heavier barrel but fluted. $769 on Sportsmans now. I am curious how it will do with accuracy vs. standard hunting rifles in that sub $900.

[@hunterdinger8997]

Need to review the premier divide!

[@tonystewart7287]

They should offer the Ridge with a full carbon stock, flute & cut 2” off the barrel for the PRC and I’d be interested

[@blainebennett3253]

im getting a browning x-bolt hells canyon bolt action in 308 winchester and i hunt mostly whitetail what is the best bullet and grain that would work best for whitetail for this gun

[@redrock425]

I'd look at any of the 150gr bullets designed for the job. Sierra, Nosler, Hornady all have good options.

[@lycheeznuts]

federal fusion is a good whitetail bullet

[@WesternReloader]

I dragged my 4 kids to Ten Lakes - Yosemite, at the time my youngest Will was 10 and his pack was 20 lbs. my 12 year old daughters 22 lbs, my 14 year old sons pack was 30 lbs, my 18 year old daughters pack was 25 lbs, my wife’s pack was 30 lbs, I do hear you that a 10 lb rifle would make zero sense for 6.5 creedmore, or for individuals of small stature, but at 6’3” 205, and 200lbs grip pressure even in each hand, not silver spoon fed lifestyle I can thank our good Lord for not noticing what others say is heavy, whether rifle weight or trigger pull, it’s all relative. In 300 win mag at 10 lbs it just makes sense

[@danielbaker4989]

Not everyone is wanting short barrels. For instance here in Australia the general licensed public can not have silencers so a short barrel only means slower rounds and when hunting with the Luke’s of a 6.5cm, I want mine going as fast as possible.

[@chadperry4021]

Am I the only one that likes some weight and a long barrel. Some guns are just recreational range toys. My 10 pound 26” Bergara was the exact size I wanted for the 300 prc and I’ve not been disappointed. Some guns have dad bods is all.

[@poorfatman5317]

Ty

[@coreyg7859]

If Savage would make the 110 ultralight with a shorter carbon fiber barrel and use a magpul stock, you have a perfect all around woods and shooting riffle in that 7# range for under $1400

[@michaelkaylor6770]

Chrsitensen Arms Mesa FFT, Metal Barrel and Carbon Fiber stock Savage Arms, Ultralight streets price between $1500-1650

[@stevefisher2121]

Best production rifles out there for the money in my opinion. Tikka is a very very close second.

[@brandonrice9592]

Please review the Christensen arms Mesa FFT. 5.5LB rifle in the $1500 range.

[@BStoneWilliams]

Seekins Havak for is competing in that range for $1900 ish for a carbon stock and a great shooting, made in USA high quality factory rifle. I like my b14r but I also have 2 Seekins and they are a nicer rifle for sure.

[@Ghost_hunter-f9h]

Fluting maintains strength with less material as does dimpling asking with better cooling

[@Eburns77]

Seems like that CVA rifle you mentioned at the end is trying to get a stiffer barrel at the same weight. With regard to “stiffness” to resist bending of the barrel, it you take the same mass and distribute it further from the center of the cross section, you get a stiffer “beam” it’s the same concept that is why we use I-beams and box-beams rather than a square rod of the same mass. That being said, with the minimal change in the OD of the barrel, I wonder how much improvement in stiffness you would actually get. Anyone have the barrel profile dimensions?

[@1BigMistakee]

Just bought the B14 wilderness carbon in 300 win. Hopefully it's as accurate as everybody says it is

[@brianbanman43]

I’m still waiting to get the premier canyon in 6.5prc that came out in 2022, haven’t seen one anywhere!

[@killamckeehunts8617]

Any review on the 2024 b14 crest squared carbon with the carbon barrel

[@jasonmausteller2488]

Ridge carbon looks nice

[@charlescanaday1599]

I have a Ridge (not this newer model). The only thing I don't really like is the fact there's no rise at the comb. I've had to add a pad to the stock to get my eye alignment up with my scope. Anyone else have this issue with their Ridge? I have the lowest set of rings i can use without the scope touching the barrel. Thought about buying a different stock, but I like the soft feel of the factory stock.

[@rodprice4871]

For and elk hunt. Bergara crest 6.5 prc or Springfield armory waypoint 2020. Need help deciding.

[@ronherman6033]

Any chance of a B-14 Squared Crest 6.5 PRC review....as I think on paper seems similar to Springfield Waypoint 2020 and the Fierce Rival. Thoughts?

[@randyfix3664]

Fluted barrel gives more surface area adds stiffness & cooler Larger diameter = cooler, stiffness, weight.

[@keithprinn720]

great rifles but the cost is three times cheaper options without the carbon but still lighter, hiking weight rifles have their place but much cheaper options, very interested in XT depending on price and weight plus build for handling recoil in heavier calibres, hope 7mm PRC and 6,8 options?

[@f22cap2s2k]

@Backfire You ever shot a McWhorter rifle? I hear they're pretty awesome, and for the money, they'd better be.

[@johnkarlsruher1920]

Fluting of heavier barrels retains stiffness! I'm an engineer, so believe me.

[@FlyingFoxintheyard]

Springfield 2020 Waypoint is cheaper if you get the steel barrel version and you still get a carbon fiber stock

[@ladon.grantiigrantii5701]

The Savage urtle lite is around 1100 dollars to 1300 dollars steer price

[@jasonwebb4871]

The squared crest doesn’t have an adjustable stock, right? I actually think if prefer the stainless fluted barrel with the HMR stock in carbon, if that’d get it under/around 7 lbs. stainless fluted would have less heat issues

[@johandewet2588]

Get Bergara to make you a riffle with the carbon fiber Crest stock and the Carbon fiber wrapped barrel. I mean, come on Bergara... It's a no brainer!

[@skat5268]

Bought the Bergara 17hmr with the carbon fiber barrel last year and I love it. Only problem though is they aren't supplying extra mags!! Just sucks.

[@imeprezime1069]

I have a legit question: What would you recommend? Buying a gun like B14 Crest, that has nice lines, good stock, nice barrel and all from factory. Or would you reccomend buying cheaper version of Bergara rifle (like basic hunter or ridge) and buying aftermarket stock like KRG Bravo or any for that matter to make it similar to Crest or HMR in function?

[@09civsi]

This^

[@scottmurray2031]

Have you seen or been able to shoot any of the Seekins Precison Havak rifles? Would be interested to know your thoughts and how it compares to the Bergara.

[@real2x542]

I’m on a FB group an there is nothing but complaints about the accuracy with these rifles! An this is after I ordered one i got my fingers crossed I have a good one coming

[@michaelgladitsch1519]

Do you know if the Bergara B-14 Timber is offered in left-handed rifles in the American market? It says the Timber can be left-handed, but l haven't seen it online on gun retailer sites yet.

[@adamelam6385]

My Bergara Hunter in 7mm-08 didn't feed reliably and I couldn't find a 140 grain round it liked. Bought a T3x and never looked back. I respect what Bergara is doing but I just think Tikka does it better in a lighter rifle.