Stevens by Savage Model 334 .308 Review

[@MudLakeRanch]

Yes, I am aware these scope rings are too high. They are what were provided with the scope from Swampfox. We’ll be getting shorter ones soon. Products in this video: Shooter’s Choice Shooting Bag: www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5VMVDVG?/?tag=mudlakeranch-20 EarShield Ranger Electronic Pro Hearing Protection: www.amazon.com/dp/B09WNHTYQG?/?tag=mudlakeranch-20 Remington Core Lokt .308 150 grain ammo provided by Remington Ammunition for this video Paper Target Stand: www.amazon.com/dp/B07V6X53D6?/?tag=mudlakeranch-20 My hearing protection provided by Otis Technology EarShield Ranger Electronic Pro: amzn.to/3XvG6j9 MudLakeRanch.com/deals *As an Amazon Associate & Brand Affiliate commission may be earned from purchases attributed to these links

[@MudLakeRanch]

We’ve lowered the rings now

[@kbymer]

It’s amazing how everybody can pick somebody apart when they’re behind the keyboard. At least the guy is out there doing something.

[@usmclee65]

I was in the Marine corps back in 1963. we qualified with M14 762x51 which is .308. We shot open sight in the prone posistion at 500 yards at 24 inch bulls eye and could hit it without a scope, the bullet can do it no problem!

[@MudLakeRanch]

Right on! Thank you for your service.

[@Quechuladaasadero]

Well, my daddy once caught a bullet with his bare hand.

[@jonathanbelmonte768]

Love mine paid $430 with background check first high powered rifle I've ever owned and I don't regret it 😊

[@TheBeefSlayer]

Nice! Be very careful with it. Remember…. Most of the time it’s “unloaded” firearms that cause the most accidents.

[@jonathanbelmonte768]

@@TheBeefSlayer thank you 🙏

[@jaydee5156]

I'm a sucker for good looking wood furniture on a firearm. The Turkish Walnut on the 334 is outstanding. I bought the .308 just because, then decided that one wasn't enough and added the 6.5 Creedmoor. The really are good rifles and the price is sweet.

[@MudLakeRanch]

Thanks for watching! I love the wood stock too. It’s a great looking firearm

[@EthanBedgood]

Of course, do what you want. But you might enjoy lower scope rings.

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@EthanBedgood I agree. I already requested them. It’s way too high

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@EthanBedgood 💯

[@EthanBedgood]

That rifle seems to shoot very well!

[@MAdams790]

My local Walmart sells the walnut variants at like $389. Can’t beat it for a budget rifle. You can also get them as the Turqua or whatever through Four Peaks I think. They’re more expensive, but some come cerakoted and some with camo stocks. Only bad thing I’ve really heard about these 334s is they are prone to surface rust. Awesome video!

[@MudLakeRanch]

That’s less than what I spend on groceries. Love it

[@fearlesswee5036]

Keep it greased and in a nice tight case in cold dry place, and you'll beat that surface rust :)

[@ericthiel4053]

I picked one up at a sporting goods store. For the money, and the performance, you cant go wrong. The walnut stock is actually pretty nice for a "cheaper" rifle. Been impressed and bagged many a deer with it so far.

[@conservativegunsandarmor]

Here from Drop It Like It’s Scott’s channel! Solid content man🫡🔥

[@MudLakeRanch]

Thank you

[@chriscurtis7723]

Great video and review. I have the Stevens 334 in a synthetic stock in 243. $535.plus tax. Canadian. Great shooting rifle will shoot sub MOA with the wright ammo. The barrel on mine is fully free floated some say they are not. The bolt on mine was a little sticky at first but after 3 or 4 boxes it has smoothed wright out. It has a very mushy 2 stage trigger that is not great and mine is set at 5.5 pounds. The adjustment screw is glued in and not user friendly to free up, some have been able to get it down to about 3.5 pounds. That is my only complaint about this rifle.

[@MudLakeRanch]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. Ammo test soon

[@TheBeefSlayer]

I would like to help you with a spelling error. There are at least 4 spellings with specific usages of the word wright. Your usage here is incorrect. Wright: A proper name, as in the Wright Brothers. Or a worker skilled in the art of building objects, usually wood used in conjunction, as in playwright, shipwright, wheelwright. Write: to form characters on a surface. As in writing a letter or comment. Rite: a ceremonial practice, act, or action. As in a rite of passage. Or a religious rite. Then there is the word you have confused here. Right: meaning correct. Good or proper. Straight. Relating to the right side of the body. Having an axis perpendicular to the base. A right angle. Being of healthy mind. Most favorable or desired on. Something to which someone has a just claim is their Right. The interest that someone has in a pice of property. Ex mineral rights. The two most common ways you will use the word rite are gonna almost always be (write) and (right). Right: meaning correct. As in, I bought the right ammo for my gun. And Write: meaning the written word. As in, I writing you a comment to help you. I hope this clears that up for you and you receive my comment well. Best wishes.

[@dyouden]

@@TheBeefSlayerso hapy u tooked the tyme too edjacate us on the write write. Thank yew

[@dyouden]

I picked one up in 6.5 creedmoor with synthetic stock for $399 CDN. Put federal power shok 140’s into half an inch. Hard to beat that

[@TheBeefSlayer]

This gun lends better to a much smaller optic. Highly recommend a 2-7x33 and low or extra low rings. Will make it aim like a shotgun. 👍 This is a short handy rifle. Consider it.

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@TheBeefSlayer thanks for commenting. I personally wouldn’t use anything smaller than 3x9x40 on any deer hunting rifle. This is also what I had on hand provided by a manufacturer.

[@JdmNudman]

One of my rich neighbors collects *luxrul* bags, but because she’s so well groomed from head-to-toe, no one would ever think her bags were fake!

[@pyzik200]

Wow that's a great price. Hey, great running into you at the IV8888 Shoot

[@AdamTheCeo99]

Trying to retire the 12 gauge and go with a 308. for big game hunting. Seen this one on sale for $300.

[@StevenHughes-hr5hp]

They did not get it under a grand. ATA did that. Savage imports it from Turkey under the Stevens name. Still a quality rifle is a quality rifle.

[@FT4Freedom]

Based on this video, I can conclude that the rifle will shoot much better.

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@FT4Freedom absolutely! This is the first 2 boxes of shells off a bag just roughing it in.

[@garrytalley8009]

I did see a review that said the trigger was very bad. For what might be wrong with it. It is an attractive rifle with the wood checkered stock. Accuracy leaves a bit to be desired as well. Backfire had similar results. Those groups are good enough for hunting to 100 yards for sure. Anything more maybe not. I would prefer a Ruger American over that rifle on any given day. Even and Axis II as well. Something with a threaded barrel that isn't short would be the Ruger American Go Wild. Not a pretty wood stock but a better out of the box shooter in all aspects from trigger to smaller groups. If one wants a pretty rifle and don't care the groups are not great at longer distances than 100 yards and will shoot shorter ranges like in the woods this rifle may be just fine, but not for me my friend. It was quite similar to Backfires results on the same rifle. I do have many rifles, Rugers, Remingtons and Savages. Even some lever actions in Winchester and Marlin. Thanks for the honest review. It is always a blessing to get good honest reviews.

[@MudLakeRanch]

Thanks - I do plan to put it in a Lead Sled for the ammo test when the new scope rings come in.

[@gobangs1117]

When I saw the ATA Turqua ( ATA is a Turkish company, and this is the first bolt action rifle that the Turks have produced. It comes with a 24 inch mid contour barrel in Australia ) it was love at first sight. All the boxes were ticked so what could go wrong? I originally wanted to use it for long range work but the reality was that I could not get it to shoot sub MOA consistently, in fact 1.5 MOA was the best it could do. The other issue was that the bolt whilst being super smooth with tight tolerances had an intermittent problem where it would clash somewhere in the action and you would have to "double pump" to get it into battery. After testing factory and handloads I gave up and sold it back to the store I bought it from. The fit and finish were superb, the woodwork was outstanding and the bolt was really slick. However all the Howas that I have ever owned including the 223 mini action and my clapped out old 30 - 06 outshoot it, all day long. Subsequently I purchased an Artech Prima XP pump in 308 ( Also Turkish ) and again loved it, until it proved to be a hose with serious extraction problems! Again I disposed of it back to the store I purchased it from. So I got bitten twice by the proverbial Turkish dog and will NEVER buy another Turkish rifle ever again! Looks were definitely deceiving! That was my experience and take from it what you will, I don't hate Turkey like some Guntubers and have no agenda in fact I have 2 Turkish shotguns that I love! But as far as their rifles are concerned NO DICE!

[@FT4Freedom]

Some of us enjoy living in the gray area of Turkish firearms. Turkey does a lot to arm poor Americans. I've learned a ton from owning Turkish firearms. 🐍🦅🇺🇸

[@TheUpgrade101]

Bolt on my composite is pure butter.

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@TheUpgrade101 awesome! Good to hear and thanks for watching

[@garyarmbuster9016]

I have all 3 calibers, hope they come out in 06 and 270

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@garyarmbuster9016 that’s awesome. Did you get wood stock or synthetic? Do you like /love the way they perform or do you have different experiences with each of those. I’d love to have a bunch to compare.

[@larsrodbok1285]

It is available in .30-06, now.

[@MudLakeRanch]

@ sweeeet although there are some others we’d love to see

[@damagephotos4805]

Beautiful rifle. Great price. Great to run into you at IV8888 this weekend.

[@MudLakeRanch]

Nice to see you too. Thanks for watching & commenting!

[@BadMedicineIRL]

Is that an ata turkua rebranded as a savage, or did ata copy it?

[@Mauser304]

I have one of these in 243. It's not well balanced and the factory trigger just plain sucks. However, a little trigger work and it will place five shots touching at 100 yards with my handloads. This gun might make a believer out of people who express disdain about Turkish guns. I will also write that the general quality, fit, and finish are well below that of a Remington 700 or a Winchester 70. Still, it closely mirrors a Mossberg Patriot rifle in those categories. If Timney or Rifle Basix ever make a trigger for this rifle, I will be the first in line to purchase. It will never be my go-to rifle, but shooting it is fun.

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@Mauser304 thanks for sharing your experience with the 334.

[@MudLakeRanch]

These microphones suck. I threw them out. I couldn’t find my Lark mics - still can’t - but I’m never using these again

[@DouglasHarper-cg3pp]

383.00 at Walmart in Michigan

[@MudLakeRanch]

Good old Wally World. I usually shop the post hunting clearance on accessories

[@APACHE529CREWCHIEF]

Topped with max height rings. How do you even get a cheek weld with the scope so high

[@MudLakeRanch]

Thanks for watching. I address this in the pinned comment. We’ve replaced these with lower rings. I agree way too high

[@D148521]

I don't think Savage can be beat for value.

[@MudLakeRanch]

I’m pleased with it so far.

[@hawkman2516]

@@MudLakeRanch Worried me that you were not liking the bolt. That would drive me crazy.

[@MudLakeRanch]

@it’s just one of the least attractive pieces on the gun and it is still a little “meh” for me.

[@hyregeg9730]

Rust bucket but a nice one

[@MudLakeRanch]

Otis to the rescue

[@Barikade]

Awesome brother. It is a rebranded Tikka 👍🏽 nice for the price 😂

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@Barikade is it really?

[@stephencooper5040]

Stevens is, and has been for a while, owned by Savage aren't they?

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@stephencooper5040 I was asking about it being a rebranded Tikka (who is owned by Beretta)

[@Barikade]

@@MudLakeRanch yessir. I watched another creator explain the similarities and that Savage contracted Turkey for this rifle. Even takes the Tikka mags. He also said he's not sure why this was made as it will eat into tikas sales. CZ's 612 shotgun is an akkar Churchill 612 for instance and Mossberg's s.a. 20 is a Turkish rebrand as well 👍🏽

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@Barikade I love it. I’ll see what I can find out.

[@TheBeefSlayer]

These go on sale for 350$ all the time.

[@westcoastplinkin6559]

I got mine for $90 lol. I love it! I absolutely love the wood furniture on it. What other budget 308 comes with beautiful wood furniture?

[@TheBeefSlayer]

@ how did you manage to get one for 90$??? Was it stolen. 😂😂😂 Yeah…. It was stolen. Those are crack head prices.

[@westcoastplinkin6559]

@@TheBeefSlayer Hahah well $90 out of my own money. The rest were gift cards I had accumulated from Bass Pro lol. Plus I am a club member as well.

[@joeltowle2737]

Only thing I don't like is the 20" barrel. Just make it 22" for God's sake.

[@7come11two]

It's a Savage. You better hope you never have any problems with it, because Savage's customer service is one of the worst in the industry.

[@Eric--zs6um]

Compared to the older Stevens m200, accuracy of that 334 doesn't compare. I have both in .243 and the m200 is easily more accurate. The 334 is a fine looking rifle and handles really gd.

[@easttexan2933]

At 9:26 you took the safety off and called "safety on"....hilarious. Terrible bench skills starting with the table. I'm surprised you were even able to hit the target at 100. The bolt just needs some oil. Keep shooting. The more the rifle fouls the better the accuracy. Just my opinion.

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@easttexan2933 yeah I misspeak all the time - especially when referring to the safety. I did the same thing in my most recent video not much I can do about it after 8+ hours filming and editing - definitely not going to reshoot it 😂

[@shawnd554]

He said 300 better add 300 +

[@kevinroberts8441]

guy seems like an gun novice looks like he's shooting from a rocking chair

I have one in 6.5 cm it's ok but I bought into the hype , worst trigger I've ever had on a rifle . I'll be sending mine on down the road i'm afraid

[@MudLakeRanch]

I am not picky about triggers on hunting rifles. If they have some sponge or take up I really don’t care. Most of the time my gloves are so thick I can’t tell if it’s the wool or bad trigger

[@djl0fne]

3 shots let barrel cool 15 min

[@MudLakeRanch]

I cut out the minutes between shots or the video would have been an hour +

[@liprippinbass1630]

I wish it came in a long action 30-06!!!

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@liprippinbass1630 that chambering seems like a natural. I know it comes in just 3 or 4 now. I forgot what they are at the moment

[@liprippinbass1630]

@@MudLakeRanch .308 .243win and 6.5 creedmore

[@MattRademacher-vf1wc]

The company who makes these for Savage has it in 30-06. ATA-ARMS

[@MattRademacher-vf1wc]

I have this in the 308. The bolt needs to be cleaned and lubed. Mine hates 150s! You need to go 168gr-175gr. I'm sub MOA with Hornaday Black 168gr. I know you're sponsored by remington..... the remington corelokt 175s did ok. 150s did not. I have a tasco 6-18x50 scope.

[@MudLakeRanch]

I cleaned the entire gun and lubed the bolt before shooting. The bolt definitely needed lubrication out of the box.

[@ur_asian_milfoil]

Would never buy a Steven's or savage 😂

[@MudLakeRanch]

@@ur_asian_milfoil thanks for taking the time to comment

[@JamesClark-lw6sw]

Dude needs to learn how to mount a scope. ONE FULL INCH of space between the scope bell and barrel. Jeezus.😢

[@MudLakeRanch]

I used the rings provided by Swampfox for this 30mm tube. I’ve requested shorter rings to swap out. I mention they are too high near the end of the video.

[@anti8.6]

Use what you have, can always perfect it later.