Christensen Arms Mesa Thoughts

[RugerHawg413]

Hello,
I currently have a Christensen Arms Mesa .300 win mag, that I bought probably a year ago and just haven't shot or even mounted a scope on it yet. I have considered selling it, but I wanted to get other opinions on this particular rifle (Mesa Model). If you have had any experience with one of these rifles (the Mesa Model), please let me know your thoughts on them, good or bad. All info and wisdom is very appreciated!

 

[nrpate05]

I have two Mesa's. A 7mm Rem Mag and 7mm08. They are both pretty solid rifles, but I'm not sure they are worth the price increase over a standard Rem 700. Only gripe with the rifle is that the bolt on the 7mm mag is kinda sticky, especially after shooting. They handle well and are plenty accurate, but I found them to be a bit finicky on ammo. I like that the short action models weight much less.

 

[RugerHawg413]

I have two Mesa's. A 7mm Rem Mag and 7mm08. They are both pretty solid rifles, but I'm not sure they are worth the price increase over a standard Rem 700. Only gripe with the rifle is that the bolt on the 7mm mag is kinda sticky, especially after shooting. They handle well and are plenty accurate, but I found them to be a bit finicky on ammo. I like that the short action models weight much less.

Thank you for the info!

 

[MT Super Puncher]

I have one in a 7mm Rem, and I really like it. Have only shot partitions out of it, and it's accurate. Probably will switch up this year to tipped triple shocks. I wish I would've put a better scope on it, but it's great for a backcountry rifle. Cycles smooth, looks good, and has a natural feel when you bring it to your shoulder.

 

[RugerHawg413]

I have one in a 7mm Rem, and I really like it. Have only shot partitions out of it, and it's accurate. Probably will switch up this year to tipped triple shocks. I wish I would've put a better scope on it, but it's great for a backcountry rifle. Cycles smooth, looks good, and has a natural feel when you bring it to your shoulder.

Awesome! Thanks for the info!

 

[MT Super Puncher]

Awesome! Thanks for the info!

No problem. Also have a Ridgeline, but went with the Mesa because the carbon fiber barrels don't fit well in scabbards at all if you do any horseback hunting.

 

[RugerHawg413]

No problem. Also have a Ridgeline, but went with the Mesa because the carbon fiber barrels don't fit well in scabbards at all if you do any horseback hunting.

Good to know! Thanks again!

 

[MaddH]

I have a Mesa in 28 Nosler and I love it

 

[JLS]

 

[Robert N]

I can’t comment on the Mesa but I have a Ridgeline .308 24” and it’s a solid shooter. 1/2 MOA is normal with Federal Gold Medal Match. 600 yard 3” groups are a real thing.

I have no issues with Christensen Arms.

 

[Gynaroo]

I bought the scheels Mesa colors in 7rem mag. Things a shooter. The fore end is more flexible then I care for. But it groups well with Barnes 145 LRX and Accubond 160.

 

[tzone]

I have one in .308 Win and like it. It shoots well, carries great, and is a good mid-weight rifle. I do like the stock a lot. It fits me well.

 

[darthbeaver]

I love my Mesa 300 Win Mag! 2 elk and a bison with it. I should Federal 180g Nosler partition ammo out of it. Clean it and then re-dirty it with 5 rounds and I get sub MOA.

 

[jdf]

I have Mesa 7mm mag and love it.
It is a shooter

 

[Ivorytooth307]

Hello,
I currently have a Christensen Arms Mesa .300 win mag, that I bought probably a year ago and just haven't shot or even mounted a scope on it yet. I have considered selling it, but I wanted to get other opinions on this particular rifle (Mesa Model). If you have had any experience with one of these rifles (the Mesa Model), please let me know your thoughts on them, good or bad. All info and wisdom is very appreciated!

I have the a Mesa 300 with a Leupold VX-3i, worked up a load and absolutely love it! Shes money out to 800

 

[darthbeaver]

I have the a Mesa 300 with a Leupold VX-3i, worked up a load and absolutely love it! Shes money out to 800

I have the Vortex Viper PST II 5-25x50 EBR-7C MOA on mine,

 

[MT Super Puncher]

I have one in a 7mm Rem, and I really like it. Have only shot partitions out of it, and it's accurate. Probably will switch up this year to tipped triple shocks. I wish I would've put a better scope on it, but it's great for a backcountry rifle. Cycles smooth, looks good, and has a natural feel when you bring it to your shoulder.

Shooting off a backpack with the 150 TTSX

 

[Robert N]

View attachment 297247
Shooting off a backpack with the 150 TTSX

Cold bore first shot?

Or….

”you flinched that first shot, didn’t cha?”

 

[MT Super Puncher]

Cold bore first shot?

Or….

”you flinched that first shot, didn’t cha?”

Not cold bore. Was the third shot, and yeah not sure what happened there!

 

[Robert N]

I’m just having a little fun here. .75” with two touching is damn fine work.

All I can say in the end is that if my CA didn’t group, it’s probably me that’s the culprit.

Nice work indeed there.