It’s no secret that ever since the COVID hit, getting ahold of firearms has been exponentially more difficult. It seems like no matter where you go, either the firearm you want is listed as out of stock or on backorder. So, here’s a list of the top-rated deer hunting rifles and links to where you can find them.

Top-Rated Deer Hunting Rifles

Savage Arms 111 Trophy Hunter

the Savage 111 Trophy Hunter XP package deal is an excellent option for the new shooter, or anyone really, who’s looking for something ready to go right out of the box. You don’t have to worry about purchasing a rifle, scope, or rings because the combination is put together for you. Now, this isn’t to say you can’t make alterations later, because most people tend to replace stock scopes, but it can make a good starter option.

savage arms 111

Specs

  • Caliber: .300 Winchester Magnum
  • Action: Bolt
  • Round capacity: 4+1
  • Barrel length: 24″
  • Barrel style: Carbon steel
  • Barrel twist: 1:10″
  • Stock: Fixed synthetic
  • Trigger: AccuTriggeTM
  • Safety: 3-position
  • Sights: Nikon 3-9x40mm BDC reticle scope
  • Overall length: 44.5″
  • Overall weight: 8.25lbs
  • Price: $636.99

Bergara B-14 Timber

The Bergara B-14 Timber rifle was inspired by the desire to bring Bergara custom rifle quality to production rifles made for all hunters. It features a 2-lug bolt with a 90º opening angle, the dimensions are intended to allow various optics and includes a free-floating barrel. You’ll find a blued finish, Bergara PERFORMANCE ActionConed Bolt Nose and Breech, Slide Plate Extractor, and a Floorplate Magazine when you open the box.

Bergara B14 Timber

Specs

  • Caliber: 6.5mm Creedmoor
  • Action: Bolt
  • Round capacity: 5+1
  • Barrel length: 22″
  • Barrel style: Free-floating 4140 CrMo steel
  • Barrel twist: 1:8″
  • Stock: Oil-finished walnut
  • Length of pull: 13.75″
  • Trigger: Adjustable
  • Overall length: 41.25″
  • Overall weight: 7.45 lbs.
  • Price: $964.99

Mossberg Patriot With Scope

A bolt-action rifle made for big game hunting, the Mossberg Patriot Hunting delivers rich features at an attractive price. The Patriot Hunting is available with a walnut or laminate stock, both of which have checkering on the grip and forend for a positive hold.

mossberg patriot with scope

Specs

  • Caliber: .22-250 Remington
  • Action: Bolt
  • Capacity: 5+1
  • Barrel length: 22″
  • Barrel style: Button-rifled, 1:14″ twist, fluted, recessed target crown
  • Stock: Walnut (shown)
  • Length of pull: 13.75″
  • Trigger: Lightning Bolt Action Trigger, adjustable 2-7 lbs.
  • Sights: 3-9x40mm Variable Scope
  • Overall length: 42.75″
  • Overall weight: 7.5 lbs.
  • Price: $584.99

Ruger American Rifle Ranch

If you’re looking for something lightweight, this is one of the top-rated options available at the moment. Unlike the standard, 41″ Ruger American Rifle, the Ruger American Rifle Ranch is only 36″, which aids in giving the rifle its 5.5 lb weight. And of course, it’s made in the USA!

ruger american rifle ranch

Specs

  • Caliber: .450 Bushmaster
  • Action: Bolt action
  • Capacity: 3+1
  • Barrel length: 16.12″
  • Barrel style: Hammer-forged barrel, 11/16-24″ threaded
  • Barrel twist: 1:16″ RH twist, 6 grooves
  • Stock: FDE synthetic
  • Length of pull: 13.75″
  • Trigger: Marksman Adjustable 3-5 lbs.
  • Safety: Tang
  • Muzzle device: Ruger Muzzle Brake
  • Overall length: 36″
  • Overall weight: 5.5 lbs.
  • Price: $457.99

Ruger American Vortex Scope Package

The Ruger American Rifle Vortex Scope Package offers an improved hold for added maneuverability with reliable performance. This hunting rifle is built with a contoured and gripped forend for improved mobility and an easy-to-actuate tang safety for instant security. A factory-mounted Vortex Crossfire® II 3-9×40 riflescope provides accurate aim out of the box thanks to a Dead-Hold BDC reticle. A complete rifle package, the Ruger American® Rifle is ready-to-go and delivers deadly precision with a smooth feel and solid, durable build.

ruger american vortex scope package

Specs

  • Caliber: 6.5 CREEDMOOR
  • Action: BOLT ACTION
  • Capacity: 4+1 ROUNDS
  • Barrel Length: 22″ BARREL
  • Sights: Vortex Crossfire II riflescope with the Dead-Hold BDC reticle
  • Weight: 7 LBS.
  • Finish: MATTE BLACK
  • Price: $578.99

Ruger Precision Rifle

This Ruger Precision Rifle features an in-line recoil path that manages recoil directly from the rear of the receiver to the buttstock, providing maximum accuracy potential. The Ruger Precision Rifle also has a Ruger Marksman adjustable trigger, ambidextrous manual safety, magazine well front that is contoured and is precision machined from aerospace-grade 7075-T6 aluminum. This 6.5 Creedmoor model has a 24″ barrel and includes two 10-round Magpul PMAG magazines.

ruger precision rifle

Specs

  • Caliber: 6.5mm Creedmoor
  • Action: Bolt
  • Capacity: 10+1
  • Barrel length: 24″
  • Barrel style: Cold-hammer-forged 4140 chrome-moly with 5R rifling; medium contour
  • Barrel twist: 1:8″
  • Stock: Ruger Precision MSR folding adjustable
  • Trigger: Marksman Adjustable 2.25-5 lbs.
  • Length of pull: 12-15.5″
  • Overall length: 43.25-46.75″
  • Overall weight: 10.7 lbs.
  • Price: $1,394.99

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