Savage Axis 2 .308 Win 22″ LH Bolt-Action Rifle, 4+1

About this product

What is the Savage Axis 2 .308 Win 22″ LH Bolt-Action Rifle? It's a left-handed, bolt-action hunting rifle built around a 22-inch barrel and Savage's adjustable AccuTrigger system. Chambered in .308 Winchester, it feeds from a 4+1 internal box magazine and ships with a factory-drilled-and-tapped receiver, ready for your optic of choice. This is a purpose-built, economical entry for left-handed shooters who value a clean trigger pull and simple, reliable function over adjustable stock systems or premium finishes.

What is the Savage Axis 2 .308 used for?

This rifle is a dedicated hunting and medium-range target platform for left-handed shooters. The .308 Winchester cartridge is effective on all North American big game within 300 yards, and the rifle's 6.6 lb weight makes it manageable for long stalks. Its 1:10″ twist rate properly stabilizes projectiles from 150 to 180 grains, which covers most factory hunting loads, while the fixed polymer stock shrugs off weather and hard use in the field.

How does the Savage Axis 2 compare to the Stevens 334 Rifle?

The Savage Axis 2 is superior in trigger performance and price point for left-handed shooters, while the Stevens 334 offers a more rigid action design at a higher cost. The key difference is the trigger: the Axis 2's AccuTrigger is user-adjustable from approximately 2.5 to 6 pounds, whereas the Stevens 334 uses a fixed, heavier pull. However, the Stevens 334's three-lug bolt and cylindrical receiver offer better inherent rigidity, which can translate to marginally better consistency for sustained, high-volume bench shooting.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

The rifle weighs 6.6 pounds (105.6 ounces) and measures 42.5 inches in total length. Its 22-inch sporter-profile barrel contributes significantly to its overall balance and the 1:10″ rifling twist. The internal magazine capacity is 4 rounds, plus 1 in the chamber, and the bolt throw is a standard 90-degree rotation, requiring a clearance of about 2.75 inches to the rear for full cycling.

Who is this NOT for?

This rifle is not for shooters seeking a chassis system or a precision rifle for NRL Hunter or PRS competitions. The fixed, non-adjustable gray synthetic stock lacks a modern cheek riser or length-of-pull spacers, making a consistent optic weld difficult with taller scopes. It's also not ideal for high-volume suppressor use; while you can thread the muzzle, the lightweight sporter barrel profile will shift point of impact more noticeably as it heats up compared to a heavier contour barrel like those found on the Stevens 334 in .243 Win.

What's in the box?

You receive the barreled action mated to the stock, one 4-round internal box magazine, and the factory-installed AccuTrigger adjustment tool. There are no scope bases included, but the receiver comes pre-drilled and tapped with a 6-48 screw pattern on a 6.5″ scope base spacing—the same pattern used by many Weaver and Picatinny-style rail systems. The manual includes Savage's warranty registration card and the AccuTrigger adjustment instructions.

Is the Savage Axis 2 .308 worth it at $456.99?

Yes, for a left-handed hunter needing a reliable, accurate rifle with a great factory trigger, it represents significant value. At this price point, you're getting a purpose-built left-hand action and a proven trigger system that often requires a $200+ aftermarket upgrade in competing models. You're trading off stock adjustability and a premium finish, but the core mechanical package—barrel, action, trigger—is sound. The investment is in the fundamentals, not the furniture.