Description
The Savage Axis II Pro 22-250 Bottomland is Savage’s upgraded Axis II Pro chambered in the fast, flat-shooting 22-250 Remington. Compared with the standard Axis II, the Pro adds a black Cerakote finish, a spiral fluted threaded barrel and a factory Picatinny rail, all set in a Mossy Oak Original Bottomland stock. This listing is Savage model 33299, UPC 011356332998 (Sports South item 200043).
Savage Axis II Pro 22-250 Bottomland Overview
The Axis II Pro is Savage’s answer for hunters who want premium touches without premium pricing. Black Cerakote on the barrel and receiver protects against corrosion and wear, and the spiral fluting trims weight while adding a custom look. The Picatinny rail is already mounted, so you can install rings and a scope immediately.
Why a 22-250 Remington Rifle
The 22-250 Remington is a classic varmint cartridge, driving light .224-inch bullets at very high velocity for flat trajectories and minimal wind drift. It excels on coyotes, groundhogs, prairie dogs and other predators and pests. Where state law permits, some hunters also use heavier, well-constructed bullets on deer, but always check minimum caliber rules in your state.
Varmint Rifle Features
A varmint rifle needs to be accurate, quick to get on target and comfortable to shoot all day. The 20-inch barrel keeps the rifle handy in a blind or truck, and the threaded muzzle accepts a brake or, where legal and properly registered under the NFA, a suppressor, which many predator hunters use to reduce noise. The Mossy Oak Original Bottomland stock blends into fence lines and timber edges.
Savage Axis II Pro 22-250 Bottomland Specifications
- Manufacturer: Savage Arms, model 33299
- Model: Axis II Pro
- Caliber: 22-250 Remington
- Action: bolt action, right hand
- Capacity: 4+1, detachable box magazine
- Barrel: 20″ carbon steel, spiral fluted, threaded, black Cerakote
- Receiver: black Cerakote with Picatinny rail
- Stock: Mossy Oak Original Bottomland synthetic, fixed, with pistol grip
Before You Buy the Savage Axis II Pro 22-250 Bottomland
A 22-250 heats its barrel quickly during long strings, so let it cool between groups for best accuracy, and expect faster throat wear than with milder cartridges. Factory 22-250 ammo is widely available but costs more than .223 Remington. A scope is not included; a 4-12x or 4-16x optic is a good match for this cartridge’s range. Spare factory Axis magazines are easy to find.
Spiral Fluted Barrel and Mossy Oak Bottomland Finish
The spiral fluted barrel on the Savage Axis II Pro 22-250 Bottomland removes steel along the barrel to save weight and increase surface area, which helps the barrel shed heat between shots. The Mossy Oak Bottomland pattern on the stock uses dark, muddy timber tones that work well for predator calling from the edge of woods and creek bottoms.
Setting Up for Predators
Mount a quality 4-12x or 4-16x scope with an illuminated or fine reticle, add a bipod or shooting sticks for steady rests, and choose a fast-expanding varmint bullet for pelt-friendly results. Zero at 200 yards and learn your holdovers out to 400. With practice, the Savage Axis II Pro 22-250 Bottomland can anchor coyotes at distances that are difficult with slower cartridges.
Who It Is For
Predator hunters, farmers dealing with groundhogs and coyotes, and anyone who wants a fast, accurate bolt gun with Cerakote and fluting at an Axis price will find a lot to like in the Savage Axis II Pro 22-250 Bottomland.
Buy the Savage Axis II Pro 22-250 Bottomland at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, PA. Your rifle ships to your local FFL dealer for transfer, and all federal, state and local laws apply. Browse more firearms for sale or visit Savage Arms for the full Axis II Pro lineup.
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