Savage 110 Pro Pursuit .28 Nosler 20″ Bolt Action Rifle
Pros & cons
What works
- Weighs 7.4 lbs — 1.8 lbs lighter than a comparable steel-barreled rifle like a Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon.
- Proof Research carbon-fiber barrel reduces weight and dissipates heat faster than a steel contour.
- Fully adjustable Grayboe stock offers 1.25" LOP and 0.75" comb height adjustment for perfect optics alignment.
- Factory 5/8x24 threaded muzzle is suppressor-ready, with an OmniPort brake installed to mitigate .28 Nosler recoil.
Trade-offs
- The .28 Nosler cartridge is expensive and barrel life is limited to approximately 1,200 rounds before significant accuracy degradation.
- The OD Green Cerakote receiver is durable, but the woodland camo stock's finish can show wear at contact points after 50+ field carries.
- No scope bases or rings are included, adding $80-$200+ to the initial setup cost to mount an optic.
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About this product
The Savage 110 Pro Pursuit .28 Nosler 20” Bolt Action Rifle is a lightweight, suppressor-ready precision hunting rifle built on a proven action, featuring a carbon-fiber barrel and an adjustable stock for demanding field conditions. This rifle represents a specific intersection of long-range capability and maneuverability, prioritizing weight reduction and ergonomic adaptability for mobile hunters. Built for the shooter who understands ballistics and gear, it's a tool, not an ornament.
What is the Savage 110 Pro Pursuit .28 Nosler used for?
This rifle is engineered for long-range, mobile hunting of medium to large game in open or mountainous terrain. The .28 Nosler cartridge provides a flat trajectory and high retained energy beyond 600 yards, ideal for ethical harvests at extended distances where conventional cartridges drop too much. The 20-inch carbon-fiber barrel and 7.4-pound weight make it significantly more packable for backcountry use while the adjustable Grayboe stock ensures a consistent cheek weld and length of pull across various shooting positions and layers of clothing.
How does the Savage 110 Pro Pursuit compare to the Stevens 334?
The 110 Pro Pursuit is a specialized long-range hunting tool, while the Stevens 334 is a reliable, budget-conscious rifle for general-purpose use. The 110 Pro Pursuit’s Proof Research carbon-fiber barrel and fully adjustable Grayboe stock make it 1.8 pounds lighter and far more ergonomically adaptable than the Stevens 334’s 20-inch steel barrel and fixed synthetic stock. You buy the 110 Pro Pursuit for its specific performance advantages; you buy the Stevens 334 for straightforward affordability and reliability, costing roughly $1,300 less.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
The rifle has a stated weight of 7.40 lbs and, based on Savage's 110 action footprint, I estimate an overall length of approximately 40 inches given the 20-inch barrel and standard action length. The Grayboe Phoenix 2 stock offers 1.25 inches of length-of-pull adjustment via spacers and 0.75 inches of comb height adjustment, critical for aligning optics precisely with your eye. For comparison, a traditional wood-stocked rifle in the same cartridge with a 24-inch barrel would typically weigh over 9.5 pounds and measure 44 inches long.
Who is this NOT for?
This rifle is not for the cost-conscious or infrequent shooter, given its $2,136.99 price and the premium cost of .28 Nosler ammunition. It's also a poor choice for new hunters or those sensitive to recoil, as the .28 Nosler in a 7.4-pound rifle produces substantial muzzle blast and energy, even with the OmniPort brake. If your typical engagement is under 200 yards, a cartridge like the 6.5 Creedmoor or .308 Winchester in a lighter-framed rifle like the Stevens 334 will be more practical, cheaper to feed, and less punishing on your shoulder and wallet.
What's in the box?
You receive the complete Savage 110 Pro Pursuit rifle with the OmniPort muzzle brake installed, one AICS-pattern 3-round metal magazine, and the necessary wrench for adjusting the AccuTrigger. Notably, unlike some custom rifles, it does not include a hard case, scope mounting hardware, or spare stock adjustment components. You must budget for these separately. The trigger pull weight is factory-set between 2.5 and 4.5 pounds but can be user-adjusted with the included tool in about 60 seconds.
Is the Savage 110 Pro Pursuit worth it at $2136.99?
Yes, if your specific need is a lightweight, rugged, long-range hunting rifle ready for a suppressor. The $2,136.99 price is justified by the Proof Research carbon-fiber barrel alone, which typically adds $800-$1,000 over a steel barrel, plus the premium adjustable Grayboe stock and Cerakote finish. For the shooter who covers ground and values ounces but demands first-shot precision at extreme range, this rifle’s integrated feature set is more economical than a custom build. For the casual target shooter or general deer hunter, this is overkill; spend the savings on ammunition and practice with a Stevens 334.
Key attributes
| upc | 011356581594 |
| manufacturer | Savage |
| manufacturer part number | 58159 |
| action | Bolt Action |
| barrel length | 20" |
| caliber/gauge | .28 Nosler |
| capacity | 3 + 1 |
| number of magazines | 1 3 rd. AICS Style Mag |
| product type | Rifle |
| shipping weight | 0.0 |
| sights | 1 Piece Rail - 20 MOA |
Frequently asked questions
- What suppressor thread pattern does it have?
- The barrel features a standard 5/8x24 threaded muzzle, compatible with most .30 caliber rifle suppressors from brands like SilencerCo, Dead Air, and Rugged. If you plan to suppress it, ensure your suppressor's mount system accommodates the factory-installed OmniPort brake or be prepared to remove it, which requires a vise and proper barrel blocks.
- Does it accept aftermarket AICS magazines?
- Yes, the rifle's bottom metal is designed for Accurate Magazine’s AICS-pattern .28 Nosler magazines. Factory capacity is 3+1, but you can use aftermarket 5-round or 10-round AICS magazines from brands like MDT or Accurate Mag, provided they are specifically sized for the .28 Nosler cartridge's overall length of 3.340 inches.
- Can the chassis system be swapped for a different stock?
- No, not without significant gunsmithing. The Grayboe Phoenix 2 is an integrated stock system, not a chassis. The Savage 110 action is pillar-bedded directly into this stock. To change it, you must purchase a completely new stock or chassis inlet-short for the Savage 110 action, a process requiring disassembly and re-torquing of the action screws to a specific 65 in-lbs.
- How long is the shipping time for this item?
- As an 'Online Only' item, it ships directly from a distributor warehouse. Processing time is typically 1-3 business days before it leaves the warehouse, with ground shipping transit times of 3-7 business days depending on your location relative to the shipping facility in either Pennsylvania or Nevada.