America’s Favorite Bolt-Action Rifles Revealed

One of the newest bolt-action rifle models, manufactured by Savage Arms in 2024, is the Savage 110 PPR. A recent review from Field & Stream concluded that although the rifle is accurate for shooting, the price tag is a bit higher than the usual Savage 110 series. According to the review, despite the hefty price tag, the value of the precision is worth the cost. Prices for bolt-action rifles can vary widely, with budget models coming in around $600, while higher-priced models can run you thousands of dollars.

Bolt-action rifles are prized by hunters and long-range shooters for their level of precision. The bolt-locking mechanism helps to ensure an accurate shot, even when you are shooting from extended ranges. (Also see which countries are exporting the most guns to the United States.)

24/7 Wall St. identified the 10 best-selling bolt-action rifles in the United States with data from a report published by Gun Genius. The online gun guide analyzed sales data from the online firearm marketplace GunBroker.com. We ordered our list by sales volume in the 2024 calendar year, though exact sales figures were not provided. We included data on the approximate base price for each make and model from online retailers, including GunBroker. This list was compiled using online gun sales only. Unlike most items purchased online, firearms are generally not shipped directly to your door. Typically, the process requires buyers to have their gun shipped to a Federally Licensed Firearm Dealer, which will run a background check before transferring the gun to the customer.

(This article was updated on April 13, 2023, to reflect a recent review of a new bolt-action rifle manufactured by Savage Arms.)

Why It Matters Now

New firearm models are constantly under development and introduced to the market. We took a look at one of the newer models made by Savage Arms, in addition to the top 10 best-selling bolt-action rifles below. While rifles are no longer the most popular type of firearm in the United States, they remain in high demand among hunters, plinkers, and recreational target shooters. While those in the market for a bolt-action rifle have countless brands, configurations, and calibers to choose from, certain models have emerged as clear favorites among American gun owners.

These are the best-selling bolt-action rifles in the United States:

10. Weatherby Vanguard

• Approx. base price: $460
• Available chamberings include: .22-250 Rem., .223 Rem., .243 Win., .257 Wby. Mag., .270 Win., .30-06, .300 Win. Mag., .308 Win., 6.5 Creedmoor, 7mm Rem. Mag.
• Manufacturer: Weatherby
• Manufacturer’s U.S. headquarters: Sheridan, Wyoming
• Manufacturer’s parent company: None
• Popular models: Weatherby Vanguard Series

9. Howa M1500

• Approx. base price: $510
• Available chamberings include: 7mm Rem. Mag., .270 Win., .223 Rem., .308 Win., .30-06, .375 Ruger
• Manufacturer: Howa
• Manufacturer’s U.S. headquarters: Reno, Nevada
• Manufacturer’s parent company: Legacy Sports International
• Popular models: Howa M1500 GRS, Howa M1500 Gamepro

8. Ruger Hawkeye

• Approx. base price: $960
• Available chamberings include: .204 Ruger, .22-250 Rem., .223 Rem., .243 Win., .270 Win., .30-06, .300 Win. Mag., .308 Win., .375 Ruger, 6.5 Creedmoor, 7mm Rem. Mag., 7mm-08 Rem.
• Manufacturer: Ruger
• Manufacturer’s U.S. headquarters: Southport, Connecticut
• Manufacturer’s parent company: None
• Popular Models: Ruger Hawkeye Standard, Ruger Hawkeye Hunter

7. Tikka T3

• Approx. base price: $690
• Available chamberings include: 7mm Rem. Mag., .260 Rem., .223 Rem., .308 Win., .243 Win., .30-06
• Manufacturer: Tikka
• Manufacturer’s U.S. headquarters: Rancho Cucamonga, California
• Manufacturer’s parent company: Beretta Holding Group
• Popular models: Tikka T3, Tikka T3 Lite

6. Savage Axis

• Approx. base price: $280
• Available chamberings include: 223 Rem., 7mm-08 Rem., .243 Win., .270 Win., 6.5 Creedmoor, .30-06
• Manufacturer: Savage
• Manufacturer’s U.S. headquarters: Westfield, Massachusetts
• Manufacturer’s parent company: Long Range Acquisition LLC
• Popular Models: Savage Arms Axis XP, Savage Arms Axis II AXIS

5. Savage 10/110 series rifles

• Approx. base price: $480
• Available chamberings include: .338 Lapua, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win., .300 Win. Mag., .300 PRC
• Manufacturer: Savage
• Manufacturer’s U.S. headquarters: Westfield, Massachusetts
• Manufacturer’s parent company: Long Range Acquisition LLC
• Popular Models: 110 Classic, 110 Hunter

4. CZ-USA Model 457 series rifles

• Approx. base price: $560
• Available chamberings include: .22 LR, .22 WMR, .17 HMR
• Manufacturer: CZ-USA
• Manufacturer’s U.S. headquarters: Kansas City, Kansas
• Manufacturer’s parent company: Colt CZ Group
• Popular Models: CZ 457 American, 22 LR, CZ 457 American, 22 WMR, CZ 457 American, 17 HMR

3. Remington Model 700 series rifles

• Approx. base price: $580
• Available chamberings include: 7mm-08 Rem., 7mm Rem. Mag., .338 Win. Mag., .308 Win., .300 Rem. Ultra Mag., .30-06, .270 Win.
• Manufacturer: Remington
• Manufacturer’s U.S. headquarters: Madison, North Carolina
• Manufacturer’s parent company: Roundhill Group
• Popular models: Remington 700 CDL, Remington 700 BDL

2. Browning X-Bolt

• Approx. base price: $660
• Available chamberings include: .280 Rem., .300 WSM, .308 Win., 7mm-08 Rem., .243 Win., .270 Win.
• Manufacturer: Browning
• Manufacturer’s U.S. headquarters: Morgan, Utah
• Manufacturer’s parent company: FN Herstal
• Popular models: Browning X-Bolt Speed SPR, X-Bolt Max Line

1. Ruger American series rifles

• Approx. base price: $400
• Available chamberings include: .204 Ruger, .22-250 Rem., .223 Rem., .243 Win., .30-06, .308 Win.
• Manufacturer: Ruger
• Manufacturer’s U.S. headquarters: Southport, Connecticut
• Manufacturer’s parent company: None
• Popular models: Standard, Hunter, Predator, Compact

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