Savage AXIS 2 PRO - First Shots and Sighting In (.243 Winchester)

[@WHOTEEWHO]

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[@pepepepito623]

Next,try w/ the lead sled...

[@matrix5175]

I know it takes a little time but I do suggest always cleaning the barrel before you send any rounds down the barrel. Have found barrels severely fouled with grease/oil/debris/metal flakes/even light rust to others that looked absolutely perfect out of the box. I just clean from the start now and be done with it.

[@hedge7743]

Yep. I just run a few patches soaked in ammonia through it. It's surprising how much "stuff" comes out of a new rifle! Good comment!

[@LogosMediaII]

I cringed when I saw he didn't clean it... dirt, metal flecks, oil, et al, should be cleaned first... do a couple 3 or 4 shot groups and clean after each. Then a 5 shot, clean, then use.

[@elsanch8675]

Some even like to foul the barrel with 2-3 shots after cleaning a barrel as well, what you all think?

[@kenbrown4954]

My Savage Axis hates Remington ammo ..i use federal,and get half inch groups at 100 yrd

[@gregorysanders8937]

Also Clean the barrel if you go from shoot lead to copper or copper to lead.

[@andymills6583]

Always thoroughly clean barrel on new rifle

[@MichaelSisley-fw3xr]

A long while back, I switched to foaming bore cleaner. Several companies make their version, and most are pretty good. I will fill the barrel completely, let it sit for a couple of hours, swab it out. Repeat, but the second time, work it really well with a brush. Run patches until they are clean, and do it all one more time. You will be surprised. Each time you will get crap out. On some barrels, I have used a set of those honing bullets (a handload proposition). The last barrel I used them on shoots insanely tight groups, now! Initially, I was getting the Dr. Jeckel - Mr. Hide groupings. After the honing rounds, it settled right on in. That is a quick method to make an inexpensive barrel work to its top capability. That was a Savage Axis II I got 4 years back in 308. Prior, I had used these honing bullets on a cheap Rem 700ADL 30-06 I got in a pawn shop find for cheap. In my old shaky hands, that gun now does .5" groups with a 165 Hornady Interlock BT. I mainly bought that Rem for the action, knowing a barrel change to an after-market upgrade might be in order. Did not have to do that, so I figure I got a good shooter for cheap, not too much shooting work for load development, and have proven it with years of good hunting results. Just food for thought.

[@mopesrus7266]

We have two Savage Axis II's in the house. They are extremely finicky with ammo. One prefers Hornady Whitetail 100gr, the other likes Federal Fusion 95gr. It took a bit of patience and trial and error to get it figured out. Each are very accurate with their preferred ammo, substitute with different booolots and anything can happen.

[@GeorgesAdventure-LetsGO]

When you miss the original showing, you watch as soon as you get home. I bought an Axis 2 Pro in 6.5 Creedmore when you talked about it the other day. My first Savage. I’ll let you know how it does. Have an Arken that will go on it.

[@benthere404]

Do the savage break procedure for best accuracy potential on their button rifled barrels. I did with this exact gun in 243, groups 5 shots in .75" at 100 yards with Barnes ttsx.

[@vargoracingcornfed4416]

Look into the desh industries lift kit for that axis pro. You love it. Helped mine out alot.

[@benthere404]

I’ve never heard of a lift kit for a rifle, I’ll take a toke of what you smoke 😂

[@scottwinkle5503]

Like a couple of people have said, I always clean and properly lube my new guns before shooting them. You would be amazed at the amount of fouling I usually get out of them. Also, make sure to use a copper solvent in addition to a powder solvent.

[@TheRednek99]

I always clean a new rifle, and check that the action screws are torqued to spec. With the way that the groups changed position relative to point of aim, I would recommend checking action screw torque and make sure that the stock isn't contacting the barrel.

[@johnkim3143]

Just bought one in 350 Legend. Fantastic little rifle.

[@daviddaniels4358]

That last group was much better can't wait to see the full test! I plan on reloading for this same rifle and caliber thanks for all the time you put into making family friendly fun and informative videos, God Bless!

[@IRishbuck58]

Great show my savage likes the Federal power shock👍

[@johnstansak7867]

I have had similar experiences with the Savage Edge and Axis rifles when shooting first shots. I find they start to shoot better once you clean the barrel thoroughly. After 1 to several cleanings, they settle down if there is not tightness issues with action, base, and ring screws.

[@SEOutdoors24]

Thanks for doing these videos. Us potential buyers can't thank you enough.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Thanks for watching

[@TODinWY]

The Axis, especially in stainless, is a great truck gun.

[@sv-lg8xc]

This is the exact rifle I have been looking at for antelope hunting in Wyoming. Not gonna lie after seeing the groups im a lil nervous. I hope the full ammo test is better. Thanks for your videos.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Full ammo test tonight

[@tjfishing2714]

Awesome 👌 looking forward to seeing more big fan off the 243😊

[@LogosMediaII]

I've had a Savage 110 High Country in 7 Rem Mag for years, but broke down last week at got a cheapo Axis XP in .308 for $299.98 on sale at Bass Pro for Black Friday. I'll probably swap the barrel with an Arken Outlier barrel in a real cartridge like 7mm-08 and see what she can do. Apparently taking the Savage Axis action and swapping barrels is a common thing. Who knew? Glad to see it only took you 9 shots to get better results than that Mossberg Patriot. Here's a free Pro Tip: Clean your barrels before you start shooting. There's metal flecks, oil, dirt and debris in the barrel that you need to get out before you start shooting it.

[@hunttomuchwolfe]

I been running 7mm08 for 25 years and by far its done better than the 308 we have no matter what I do I can get 1 moa but the 7mm08 in all my guns shoot 1/2 and deer just drop faster with it ?

[@64samsky]

Check the torque on the action screw. Also, check the other screw. Sometimes, varying the torque will help with those problems. I'm a handloader, and there are a couple of tricks to help with accuracy. There is always a chance, though, that you may just have a stinker. Also,your gun may not like that round.

[@Manco65]

It'll be interesting. Next year, hopefully after i apply for my 07FFL. I'll be interested in a few rifles for personal use and a little bit of sales stock.

[@vargoracingcornfed4416]

I picked up my pro in 400 legend month ago. Ordered a lift kit for the bolt helps out alot. There 20 bucks it's a must! Got mine off ebay from desh industries. Order the universal kit. Wish we was able to post pictures here.

[@dr.benjaminbennettth.d.7304]

I trust everyone is doing alright

[@EricChmelarsky]

Lots of 243 rifles, ive tried, all different. Different ammo likings as well. Ruger American: sierra gamechanger 90gn😊. Tikka 1-8 twist, Norma 100gn😊. Bergara, nothing in particular, solid 2"< shooter. Savage 110, preferred a fouled barrel, liked 85gn. Weatherby in 240, 85 gn exclusively. Like a box of chocolates, ya never know😮

[@aaronstarnes120]

Ive had this gun in my cart for 2 weeks lol didn't really see many good reviews on it so i went with the cascade sb and now you have a video out lol

[@kensmith8832]

There is a break in for rifles. I like to run 100 rounds before I try to zero a gun and work on grouping. Some think the barrel will tighten slightly, some think the bullets cause the barrel to work harden, and some think the heat cycle helps the barrel settle in. In many cases, they are right in some ways. I tested this on a 1.5" diameter barrel and still had a break in period. The sporter barrels may need fewer heat cycles, than a bull barrel. Some people go beyond crazy during the break in, by running a patch and letting the gun cool after each shot. You can try this if you want, but it is a waste of time and money. Many of us took guns to a science, which is okay, but not required to enjoy the sport. The 243 Win that I have shot in the past have a crazy group until that break in period is over, some of those guns were pricey! When you dump $5K in a gun, you need to know about the break in period, or you will think you have been scammed!

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Break in period is mostly fudd lore. I have had several manufacturers tell me that as well as world champion shooters

[@everythingloud4068]

Last night, i got a savage 111 hog hunter in 338 wm with a 20-inch threaded barrel. It's pretty sweet

[@WHOTEEWHO]

AWESOME

[@cowman540]

mine loves 100 grn Winchester same hole group at 100yrds

[@langedenver]

Yea man I’d def clean any new rifle bore from the factory never know what’s in there usually oil and gunk could damage your bore. Great vid though as always neat gun

[@AllThingsLoud_]

Sighted in with the core lokt 100s a week before deer season and I got 3/4” or less in my Steven’s 334 .243. I figured it was just me getting luck out of em until I went back during the season and couldn’t find em in any stores. And if I don’t clean my barrel on first shots I try to at least swab the barrel

[@jimk59]

Got the 2 Pro in 7mm-08, with a can! Taking it out in the morning, gonna be 32 in S Ga! Hope to get lucky.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Good Luck!

[@andrewithtaylora9666]

Looks like a barrel breaking in to me. Could have been a raised burr in the barrel

[@dr.benjaminbennettth.d.7304]

Good Evening Who_Tee_Who and All From Corpus Christi Texas

[@rosswitte]

Pretty rifle. Hope it continues to get better. Please at least run an alcohol patch down barrel. Thank you for video.

[@scottbrickles2136]

For some reason, all of my Savages…. Like the old cheap Federal Fusion ammo, and, it does a number on catching deer!

[@rayhollingsworth2588]

I really like it . I’d like to have one in 6.5 Creedmoor. I haven’t seen the 2 pro before now, I like the looks of it👍

[@carlwilliams6300]

Great video buddy 👍

[@martyadams3915]

Very seldom see a .243 that doesn't like the original core lokt as it's primary favorite. When I was growing up I remember my dad having a tray on his dresser with a double handful of mushroomed. 243 core lokt bullets that he had taken out of deer he had killed. He also had them in his truck and on his desk at work lol. Almost all of them were just a bulge under the far side skin. He loved that remington 700 bdl and his core lokts.

[@davidmackee8575]

Definitely should always clean a new rifle barrel before using it gets rid of oils and swarf.👍

[@billyb.9878]

Try the hornady 100 grain integral hunting tips. In my H&R I was getting. 5 groups. Good luck.

[@TyForester-eu4cv]

He took his hat off, and I was blinded for a few seconds. 😂

[@jeffsutton6382]

Where is the safety glasses at

[@Huntoutdoors1]

loosen the gun stock bolts then retighten and try it one more time .just a suggestion may not be seated right

[@brucegillespie654]

Might the rail not be tight ? I always scrub a new barrel to get out manufacturing debris out before I shoot them. I m surprise that the 100 grain core locks didn’t work. That’s my accuracy load and hunting bullet of choice in my .243 . Thanks for sharing

[@WHOTEEWHO]

It is tight

[@myanaloglife9450]

I know we’re told we should clean new barrels, I never have, if any junk is inside it usually fixes itself after a few rounds..that’s just me, never had an issue..can be luck I know

[@vargoracingcornfed4416]

My 400 legend axis pro groups like that couple will touch then 8" one then back the other lol. Hopefully they get more 400 ammo out soon.

[@jessewarren1755]

I have a savage axis, and a savage axis2 they both prefer hornady ammo,

[@johnott2962]

I was always taught to clean a new gun out of the box,could be factory fouling left behind

[@billhatcher2984]

When you decide not to buy ammo and start reloading you will have a whole bunch of new content and a bunch of new sponsors im looking forward to that content i like the experiment's there is so many variables you can change that make differences

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Where you been? I already do reloading. Quite a few videos on it

[@nilsforseth404]

I noticed your right tumb was resting firmly on the rear of the bolt action handle while you were shooting. That's the first time I saw you hold a rifle that way. It may be the reason for such wide groups. It doesn't take much. Try again with your thumb off the bolt.

[@johnh1464]

The working of the bolt did not look that great while you were at the range, there seemed to be a catch point about 3/4 of the way thru while pushing a new shell into the chamber.

[@gregoryhurley9833]

I don’t blame you! Great channel watch you every day

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Thanks for watching!

[@stuartbingo]

My tikka T3X hunter in .243 likes the corlokt 85grain

[@lesr4105]

Try fiocchi hyperformance sst. My savage shoots the best with them. All under a penny

[@CarlKaetzel]

Have you ever tried barrel breakin procedure ? I think it might help some barrels before doing accuracy tests. What's your thoughts ?

[@WHOTEEWHO]

That is fudd lore

[@forrestebert5276]

Adam I don’t mean to be rude but man you have to clean any barrel out of the factory! They are generally filthy! My 6.5 PRC barrel Was absolutely filthy out of the box!

[@MisterBrewer]

I think that rifle was just breaking in. Each group was progressively smaller.

[@stevekelley2341]

Just a heads up , I just tried to vote for the gundies awards and it's froze up , wasn't able to vote all day

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Daggumit

[@tasaman]

Isn't it closed?

[@mikeDeSales943]

Isn't there some kind of heavier oil that they put on these guns for shipping, because they don't know how long it will be sitting on a shelf for. I thought you always had to clean it before you shot it. That was the first thing I did when I got my Savage 334 in 243.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

I never clean anything

[@mikeDeSales943]

@@WHOTEEWHO So one time, back when I first bought my Browning BPS, I didn't thoroughly clean it after buying it, and after a season or 2 of hunting, I started getting jams. Then my cousin asked me if I cleaned it after I bought it, and I told him not really. He explained to me that that heavier stuff they put on it out of the factory can cause issues. I think it can hold dirt and dust more, and we typically go waterfowl hunting a lot, so we are going through mud and heavy brush. After I cleaned it, everything was great, so from that point on I started cleaning every new gun. Just thought I would share my experience and what I have heard from my cousin who is an incredibly intelligent person. I love your content, and I am glad to hear you have won some awards, you've earned it. God bless, and keep up the good work.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

I agree cleaning it is always a good idea. I'm just always short on time and in a hurry 🤣

[@BrandonHeaton-ye5hq]

I like stocks like that

[@johnkenny2210]

WTW 👀 Very interesting show savage 243 👍 l have a Sako 243 Johno Australia 🇦🇺

[@zoeyshoots]

Polish your head for a quarter? Lol. I had to go there.. you always got my vote for the “Gundy” You’re a man among men!!! 👍🇺🇸🙏

[@Mark-et8vh]

I’ve been a huge fan of the Axis platform, since Savage really started pushing them in 2010. I was working at a gun shop part time to get my now ex wife through nursing school, (plus, great way to sneak guns home). They rarely get much love, but I have found them to be excellent rifles. Some of the scopes in the packages are not great, but that platform has always been a performer and in my opinion: underrated. They look even better now. Nice shooting man. PS: Same, I’m too impatient to clean them first.

[@halanderson3487]

Just bought the pro in 22-250. Going to order another in 7-08. Just curious the cost at tollivers. I’m in Texas.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Have to ask them. I can't speak for em. I don't remember on this one was months ago

[@gregoryhurley9833]

Just a side note… if you get rid of the 220 Swift let me know. Looking for one

[@WHOTEEWHO]

That one is staying w me forever.

[@BrandonHeaton-ye5hq]

@@WHOTEEWHOyou say that now lol😂

[@RyanGunn-c5p]

WTW, I'm looking at the Arken scopes for a hunting scope only. I don't need all the "bells and whistles" or 56mm front reticle. What is their best, in your opinion, for a dedicated hunting scope ? I live in South Alabama and my normal shot ranges are typically well under 200 yds. Thanks.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Best arken scope for close range hunting is their cheapest scope - LH series

[@TheWVgoodguy22]

Bummer on the old Core Lokt not working well but the new Tipped did the job. Since you want to take it to 1000 that and some other ammo would work better. You already know that I want a left handed 308 Win in one of those.

[@billyb.9878]

Copper to lead bullets. Barrel must be cleaned.

[@MacThacker]

So pumped for this

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Me too

[@MacThacker]

@@WHOTEEWHO great video, excited for the next one with the ammo test

[@tasaman]

I'd really like to see handloading on this channel

[@RicardoHarris-vb3gs]

I mean is it a budget bullet slanger

[@KeithFleming-qs2kh]

I wouldn't mine having this one in 25-06

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Me too

[@markthegunplumber8376]

You do know rifles are shipped with a cosmoline type coating in the barrel to prevent corrosion from forming while waiting to be sold ?. ALWAYS clean a new rifle before shooting. Had a customer bring me Savage 7mm-08 he locked up doing that I had to remove the stuck case from over pressure. I added the customary gunsmith $35 surcharge to his bill " because your a moron".

[@TheHuntingAntics]

Have you bought savage arms shotguns by chance.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Yes. I have videos on 12 guage renegauge and more recently 410 single shot

[@RicardoHarris-vb3gs]

Yeah but how many beans Who Tee Who the man to me who has the number 1 lnfo show

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Appreciate you watching. Beans is 5 hundo to 6 hundo depends where u go ish

[@kellym3531]

Would you stop it! Where I live, a 16" .308 makes perfect sense, and her you are teasing me with all these other options! 😆😆

[@enrriquedeniz7142]

I am in between a 243 0r a 6 creed more, Yea I now there basically the same thing. Any suggestions? 😅

[@joshua_J]

6 Creed more is great but there is a reason they call the 6.5 Creed more the 6.5 needs more.

[@vancrawford4064]

Hey man does that coating on it make it rust proof??? Can you get it in 25-06???

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Yes and yes

[@michaelwhisman345]

Have you got any videos out on 243 long range

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Not yet

[@mikewebb8456]

.243 vs Elk might be a challenge. 👍WTW

[@Butch31967]

do you ever do an 30-06 guns

[@WHOTEEWHO]

I probably have 100 videos on 30-06. Including my recent hunts in Africa

[@charlesmorgan1879]

Nice group ! Voted gundies just before you video !

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Appreciate it!

[@elmercooper5382]

Which scope do you like best mil or moa first or second focal plane and why

[@WHOTEEWHO]

I prefer MIL and ffp. Just what I'm used to. It will all work

[@SmaShMoutH5485]

What bore sight do you use just out of curiosity?

[@WHOTEEWHO]

I have a videowhere I used to use a laser. That thing died. Now I just look through the barrel

[@craig5649]

Without an initial thorough cleaning and cleaning between shots with a bore snake, I wouldn't make any conclusions or waste ammo. If you think every rifle coming out of the factory has a perfectly made barrel (especially cheap guns) you're wrong. 99% of the time you'll be fine but there are some barrel issues that could have been prevented with proper break in. Hopefully you didn't have any metal residue in there to start off.

[@glockparaastra]

Always clean a new rifle's barrel! 😮😂 There is usually a lot of 💩 in there.

[@gregoryhurley9833]

Voted again this year. You rock

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Thanks! You can vote every day. Appreciate you watching

[@jayfry905]

Do they make it in 25-06 ?

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Yes

[@chuckkulick8635]

Some people swear by breaking in a new barrel especially if the first shots are wonky and with budget rifles shoot the first core locks u did again and it will prove it like Spomer says each barrel is different 243's r real accurate can't wait for next series ps you r the best bore sighter I've seen

[@guardianminifarm8005]

Interesting

[@zeljkoblazevic2152]

Maybe that ammo doesn’t like Savage Axis🤣

[@DinoNucci]

RoaR

[@WHOTEEWHO]

RoaR

[@deanbryan3034]

Good video, wheres the fun in it if it all goes to plan lol thanks Ps digging the haircut, you are rocking the same style as me lol

[@WHOTEEWHO]

I normally cut my hair once a month. This time I let it go about 2 months

[@camwinston5248]

Gundies..?..I thought they been saying GUMBY !...🤔..🫢...😳....🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣..😉

[@sammartinez8084]

Great show my friend 👍👍👍🖐️🖐️🖐️👏👏👏👍

[@InTheYear]

🇺🇸👍🇺🇸💪🇺🇸

[@WHOTEEWHO]

💪💪

[@chrisgabbert658]

👍😊 the problem is your slick headed and no hat 🤷‍♂️ not natural.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Probably right

[@ronsorrentino6207]

🤦‍♂️Hoot, it seems every time you get 2 touching and you then proceed to stop and talk about it and then when you go back to make the third shot, it’s off. Can we try to at least once not stop and talk and just take that third shot when you’ve got 2 touching? 🤦‍♂️ Just to see if it makes a difference and it doesn’t fly? lol

[@lumbeejerk]

What rifle a good choice for my first hunting rifle under around 500 to 800 range

[@williamgaines9784]

What are you hunting and where? There are plenty of good rifles in that price range, but you need to answer those questions first. Certain places will not allow hunting with certain cartridges for certain game, or ANY game. If $800 is for gun and scope you still have a lot of options.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

This one. Or 110 trail hunter

[@lumbeejerk]

@ thank u!