If you want a range rifle the Savage 12FV that Cabela's sells is one of the best deals going for a budget bolt action. It's a bit heavy for a hunting rifle though.
The Savage 10/11 is another great choice if you want a lightweight barrel to hunt with. I'd skip the Axis and go for the 10/11. There isn't that much of a price difference, but the quality difference is significant.
The Ruger American is another great choice to consider if you don't like the Savage.
The Savage 10/11 is another great choice if you want a lightweight barrel to hunt with. I'd skip the Axis and go for the 10/11. There isn't that much of a price difference, but the quality difference is significant.
The Ruger American is another great choice to consider if you don't like the Savage.