Christensen Arms Mesa FFT 300 PRC 22″ LH Tungsten

About this product

The Christensen Arms Mesa FFT 300 PRC 22″ LH Tungsten is a left-hand, short-barreled precision rifle designed for hunting in restrictive terrain where pack weight dictates your maximum effective range. This rifle represents a deliberate engineering choice to optimize for mobility over absolute ballistic efficiency, a trade-off you need to understand before purchase. It combines a 22-inch stainless steel barrel with a carbon fiber stock to hit a target weight class that lets you cover ground, but demands you be selective with your ammunition.

What is the Christensen Arms Mesa FFT used for?

The Mesa FFT is built for backcountry and mountain hunting, specifically where shots are likely under 600 yards and every ounce in your pack matters. The 22-inch barrel cuts weight but sacrifices approximately 75-100 feet per second of muzzle velocity compared to a standard 26-inch barrel, pushing you toward bullets in the 190-220 grain range for optimal performance. With the rifle itself weighing 6 pounds 11 ounces, I consider this a purpose-built tool for the hunter who measures their success in vertical feet climbed, not just group size on paper.

How does the Mesa FFT compare to the Stevens 334 Rifle?

The Mesa FFT is a specialized precision instrument, while the Stevens 334 is a durable, cost-effective general-purpose rifle; the Mesa FFT is objectively better for long-range consistency, but the Stevens is superior for rugged, no-fuss reliability on a budget. The Christensen rifle's carbon-fiber-wrapped barrel and TriggerTech Diamond trigger (adjustable down to 1.5 lbs) provide a distinct accuracy advantage, but require more careful maintenance than the Stevens’ all-steel construction. For a shooter whose primary need is a rifle rather than a precision system, the Stevens represents a far more economical path to field readiness.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

Unloaded, the rifle weighs 6 pounds 11 ounces (3.04 kg), with an overall length of 41.5 inches; the 22-inch barrel has a 1:8-inch twist rate and a 5/8"-24 thread pattern under the removable muzzle brake. The carbon fiber FFT (Flash Forged Technology) stock is the primary weight-saving component, shaving nearly 2 pounds off a comparable fiberglass setup while maintaining a rigid, spotter-style forend that's 1.75 inches wide for stable bipod or bag use. The critical measurement is the 13.75-inch length of pull, which is standard but non-adjustable—check your fit before committing.

Who is this NOT for?

This rifle is not for the shooter who plans to shoot 200 rounds in a weekend from a bench or the hunter who expects consistent first-round hits past 800 yards. The lightweight barrel profile heats up fast—expect noticeable point-of-impact shift after 5-7 rapid shots—and the .300 PRC cartridge’s full potential is neutered by the short tube. If your application is target shooting or open-country pronghorn hunting where weight is secondary to ballistics, a longer, heavier-barreled rifle chambered in something like 6.5 PRC will serve you better with less recoil management stress.

What's in the box?

You receive the rifle with the radial muzzle brake installed, one 3-round internal magazine (hinged floorplate), a set of torque-limiting hex keys for the action screws, and the owner's manual. Christensen does not include scope bases or rings; you must source Remington 700-pattern bases separately. The manual contains the specific torque spec of 65 inch-pounds for the front action screw and 45 inch-pounds for the rear—heed these numbers to avoid bedding issues. There is no hard case, only a cardboard shipping container.

Is the Mesa FFT worth it at $1449.99?

At $1449.99, the Mesa FFT justifies its cost if your hunting style specifically demands its unique blend of extreme lightness and precision-grade components, a niche where mainstream options like the Stevens 334 cannot compete. You are paying for the carbon-wrapped barrel technology, the certified sub-MOA accuracy guarantee, and the left-hand configuration—features absent from most factory rifles under $1000. If you need a general-purpose .30-caliber rifle for casual use, this is an overbuilt solution; if you are a serious backcountry hunter, this price buys a tangible performance advantage measured in endurance and shot confidence.