Bolt-Action Rifles for Sale
Bolt-action rifles are the gold standard for precision shooting and hunting — prioritizing accuracy and reliability above all else. The bolt-action's controlled round feeding, stiff receiver, and inherent accuracy potential allow consistently sub-MOA performance with quality ammunition. For hunters and precision shooters, no other action type delivers comparable accuracy at comparable cost.
Popular Bolt-Action Calibers
- 6.5 Creedmoor — Flat trajectory, excellent long-range performance, manageable recoil. The dominant modern hunting and precision caliber
- .308 Winchester / 7.62 NATO — The world's most versatile medium-to-long-range cartridge. Proven in hunting, military, and competition
- .30-06 Springfield — America's classic hunting cartridge. Maximum versatility for North American big game
- 6.5 PRC / 7 PRC — Modern long-range magnums delivering exceptional performance with less recoil than traditional magnums
- .300 Win Mag — Long-range power for elk, moose, and sheep hunting. Proven at 1,000+ yards in competition
- .338 Lapua Magnum — Extreme long-range precision. Military-heritage cartridge for 1,500+ yard capability
Bolt-Action Brands
Remington (700), Savage Arms (Axis, 110), Ruger (American, Precision), Tikka (T3x), Bergara (B-14, Premier), Weatherby (Vanguard, Mark V), Browning (X-Bolt), Christensen Arms, Howa, Mossberg (Patriot), Winchester (Model 70), Barrett (MRAD), Desert Tech.
Frequently Asked Questions — Bolt-Action Rifles
Why choose a bolt-action rifle over a semi-auto?
Bolt-action rifles typically offer superior accuracy potential, simpler maintenance, and greater reliability with a wider variety of ammunition types and pressures. The controlled-round feeding of a bolt-action allows more consistent headspacing for accuracy. For hunting and long-range precision shooting where one accurate shot matters more than rapid follow-up fire, bolt-actions are the preferred platform.
What is the best bolt-action rifle caliber for long range?
6.5 Creedmoor has become the dominant long-range bolt-action caliber for its flat trajectory, excellent ballistic coefficient, and manageable recoil. .308 Winchester remains the most versatile option with the widest ammunition selection. For extreme long range beyond 1,000 yards, 6.5 PRC, 7 PRC, .300 Win Mag, and .338 Lapua Magnum are the preferred calibers.
What is sub-MOA accuracy?
MOA stands for Minute of Angle — approximately 1 inch at 100 yards. A sub-MOA rifle shoots groups smaller than 1 inch at 100 yards with quality ammunition. Most quality bolt-action rifles from Bergara, Tikka, Ruger Precision, and Christensen Arms are guaranteed sub-MOA. Factory rifles in the $500-$800 range typically achieve 1-1.5 MOA, while premium rifles achieve 0.5 MOA or better.
What is the Remington 700 known for?
The Remington Model 700 is the most successful bolt-action rifle ever built — the foundation of U.S. military sniper rifles (M24, M40) and the most customized hunting and precision platform in existence. Its three-ring locking lug system, push-feed action, and enormous aftermarket make it the benchmark against which other bolt-actions are measured. Available in over 40 calibers across dozens of configurations.