Savage Axis 2 XP 350 Legend 18in Left Hand Gray

About this product

The Savage Axis 2 XP 350 Legend 18in Left Hand Gray is a left-handed bolt-action rifle chambered in 350 Legend, purpose-built for hunters needing immediate field readiness and compliance-conscious performance. It arrives with a factory-mounted and boresighted 3-9x40 scope, tipping the scales at 7.2 pounds unloaded, and features an adjustable AccuTrigger for a crisp, user-defined pull weight that begins at a crisp 2.5 pounds. In states with straight-wall cartridge mandates for deer hunting, this 18-inch barreled configuration delivers a compact, maneuverable package without sacrificing the terminal ballistics hunters require from the 350 Legend round.

What is the Savage Axis 2 XP used for?

This rifle is primarily engineered as a no-fuss, ready-to-hunt solution for deer hunting in straight-wall cartridge states. The 350 Legend cartridge offers lower recoil than 450 Bushmaster while maintaining decisive energy within 200 yards, making it suitable for newer shooters or those with recoil sensitivity hunting from treestands or ground blinds. The package configuration—scope mounted, boresighted, and shipped with a detachable 4-round magazine—eliminates the gunsmithing and zeroing process that delays most new rifle owners, getting you from the box to the field in under 30 minutes with basic tools.

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

The Axis 2 XP provides superior out-of-the-box readiness compared to the Stevens 334 Rifle | .308 Win, which ships without optics, making the Savage the better choice for buyers seeking immediate field deployment. Where the Stevens 334 series focuses on a traditional, no-frills bolt-action platform that assumes the owner will source and mount their own optics, the Axis XP's core value is the included, factory-aligned 3-9x40 scope, saving a minimum of $150-200 in initial setup costs and several hours of zeroing time at the range before a hunting trip.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

The rifle has an unloaded weight of 7.2 pounds (1168 grams) and an overall length of approximately 41 inches when assembled. The 18-inch sporter contour barrel contributes to a balanced swing and reduces overall heft for carrying through dense cover compared to standard 22-inch hunting barrels, while the 1:16″ twist rate stabilizes the wide range of commercially available .350 Legend bullet weights, from 145-grain to 265-grain projectiles. The weight distribution favors the receiver, which aids in stable offhand shooting but requires a conscious forward hand placement for optimal control during rapid follow-up shots.

Who is this NOT for?

This rifle is not for precision rifle competitors or shooters seeking a fully modular chassis system. The fixed, injection-molded synthetic stock offers no adjustment for comb height, length of pull, or cant, limiting the shooter's ability to achieve a perfect, repeatable cheek weld for extended range sessions beyond 300 yards. Left-handed shooters—for whom this model is specifically configured—looking to build a long-range .350 Legend target rifle for NRL Hunter competition would be better served by investing in a platform like the Savage 110 Tactical, which accepts after-market chassis systems and precision triggers, even if it means buying a separate left-hand action.

What's in the box?

You receive the rifle with the 3-9x40 scope mounted and boresighted, two 4-round detachable box magazines, and a basic set of hex wrenches for scope adjustment and action screw tightening. Savage's boresight is a laser-based process done at the factory, which typically lands your first shots on paper at 100 yards, but it is not a substitute for a proper live-fire zero; plan for a verification session requiring about 10-15 rounds to dial in your preferred ammunition. Unlike higher-end packages, no lens covers, bipod, or hard case are included, so factor in an additional $50-100 for a padded soft case and lens protection before transport.

Is the Savage Axis 2 XP worth it at $505.99?

At $505.99, this rifle represents significant value for a left-handed hunter who needs a compliant, ready-to-use firearm before the season opens. The cost of a comparable bare rifle ($350), a budget 3-9x40 scope ($120), rings and bases ($40), and professional mounting/boresighting service ($50) easily exceeds this package price, not accounting for your time. For the left-handed shooter—a demographic chronically underserved by the firearms industry—this package eliminates the hunt for a left-hand action and the subsequent gunsmithing queue, making it a practical, cost-effective entry. Consider it alongside our Stevens 555 Sporting O/U Shotgun if your needs span both rifle and shotgun disciplines.