Savage Arms Axis II .400 Legend – 20″ Straight-Wall Bolt Action

If you’re hunting deer in areas with specific cartridge regulations, or just want a solid, accurate rifle for general use, the Savage Arms Axis II CPT Pro WDLD chambered in .400 Legend is a good place to start. This rifle is built to drop deer cleanly out to 200 yards, and its 20-inch barrel makes it easy to handle in the thick brush you often find around here. It’s a factory-built straight-wall option that delivers performance without needing extra work.

Specs

• Manufacturer: Savage Arms
• Model: Axis II CPT Pro WDLD
• Caliber: .400 Legend
• Barrel: 20 inch, Carbon Steel
• Stock: Synthetic, Woodland Camo
• Magazine Capacity: 4 Rounds
• Weight: 6.5 lbs (approximate)
• Trigger: Adjustable AccuTrigger (2.5-6 lbs pull)
• Barrel Twist: 1:16

Features for Alaskan Use

• AccuTrigger: The adjustable AccuTrigger lets you fine-tune the pull weight to suit your shooting style. This means cleaner shots on game and better groups at the range, without needing a gunsmith to swap out the trigger.
• Button-Rifled Barrel: The 1:16 twist rate is designed to stabilize .400 Legend bullets in the 180-265 grain range. This provides good energy transfer and accuracy for deer hunting.
• Woodland Camo Stock: The durable synthetic stock with textured grip panels provides a secure hold, even with gloves or in wet conditions. The camouflage pattern blends in well with Alaskan forests.
• Detachable Magazine: The 4-round detachable magazine makes reloading quick and easy, whether you’re in a tree stand or practicing at the range. It reliably feeds the flat-nose .400 Legend cartridges.
• Tang Safety: The two-position safety is located on the tang, allowing you to safely operate the bolt and load/unload the rifle without taking your finger off the safety.

Who This Rifle Is For

This Savage Axis II is a good fit for hunters looking for a legal and effective deer rifle in areas with straight-wall cartridge restrictions. It’s also a practical choice for anyone wanting a reliable and accurate bolt action without a high price tag. It’s capable on the range and works well for practicing your shooting. The .400 Legend cartridge offers manageable recoil similar to a .243 Winchester, making follow-up shots easier.

What to Consider

• Synthetic Stock: While durable, the synthetic stock can flex slightly under a bipod, which can affect group sizes during precision shooting. Bedding the action or upgrading the stock would improve accuracy for benchrest work.
• Magazine Capacity: With a 4-round capacity, this rifle is best suited for hunting rather than high-volume shooting activities.

Important Information for Alaska Residents: We are a fully licensed Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) dealer in Anchorage, Alaska. All firearms purchased from Alaska-Guns.com are shipped to a local FFL dealer for pickup. We handle all the necessary paperwork for Alaska firearm transfers and shipments. Please contact us with any questions regarding Alaska-specific regulations or the transfer process.