Bergara Premier Highlander vs Christensen Arms Mesa

[Boatninja]

I have two B14R's, that being said, importation duty must be paid to import Bergara or any other foreign built gun adding substantial cost.

 

[reelhardmt]

I shoot 215 in three different 300 win mags. All of the are 1:10 twist and 3000 fps in a 3 grove 26" lilja. I have both bergara and a Christensen's.

 

[lhp63190]

I shoot 215 in three different 300 win mags. All of the are 1:10 twist and 3000 fps in a 3 grove 26" lilja. I have both bergara and a Christensen's.

If you don't mind my asking, where do you live? If you have any kind of elevation, it's prob fine. At sea level or close to it, I and numerous others have been challenged.

my gun would shoot 1 moa groups but that wasn't acceptable to me.

 

[reelhardmt]

2500-3000 ft

 

[fnlights]

I shoot 215 in three different 300 win mags. All of the are 1:10 twist and 3000 fps in a 3 grove 26" lilja. I have both bergara and a Christensen's.

Do you notice a performance difference between the Begara and Christensen?

 

[reelhardmt]

I prefer the ridgeline but both are good factory options.

 

[cajun]

Rem action 400
Trigger 150
Barrel 400
True action install barrel 600
Stock 400-600
If you go with a less expensive stock you can get in for under $2000.

 

[fnlights]

Rem action 400
Trigger 150
Barrel 400
True action install barrel 600
Stock 400-600
If you go with a less expensive stock you can get in for under $2000.

Have you ever built a rifle for below $2k? If so, how did it perform

 

[redmag]

I am looking at getting a 300 win mag for hunting out west and I think I have it narrowed down to the Bergara Premier Highlander and Christensen Arms Mesa. Has anyone shot these 2 rifles or have experience with them? They are similar weight with similar features. BUT, the Begara retails for about $500 more. Is the Begara worth this extra premium? Both companies offer sub-moa guarantee. From what I have seen online, the Begara seems to be a tack driver and groups slightly better then the Mesa.

I have a begara B-14 HMR, it is fantastic. It performs , as advertised. Either rifle you are looking for is a good choice. You can save some $, and buy a bergara, and spend the $$ you save, on optics. I went with Sig's BDX scope.

 

[mpayne]

My 300 WM HMR with 1:10 has shot little groups from day one and still does.

I've had it 3 years and taken 3 elk. Not bad for a $850.00 gun . Load1-4 & 120-123. Elevation groups shot 1080'

 

[fnlights]

My 300 WM HMR with 1:10 has shot little groups from day one and still does. View attachment 243303I've had it 3 years and taken 3 elk. Not bad for a $850.00 gun . Load1-4 & 120-123. Elevation groups shot 1080'





View attachment 243302

Those are some great groups! The HMR seems to be a very popular gun, just a bit on thr heavier side for what I am looking for. BUT you can't argue with those results!

 

[Lonnie Pendleton]

I am looking at getting a 300 win mag for hunting out west and I think I have it narrowed down to the Bergara Premier Highlander and Christensen Arms Mesa. Has anyone shot these 2 rifles or have experience with them? They are similar weight with similar features. BUT, the Begara retails for about $500 more. Is the Begara worth this extra premium? Both companies offer sub-moa guarantee. From what I have seen online, the Begara seems to be a tack driver and groups slightly better then the Mesa.

Bergara

 

[redmag]

another great and accurate gun woueld be a weatherby. More $$$ of course. Bottom line, Bergara is the best bang for your buck. I own a 6.5 creedmoor. Outstanding. Kills everything.

 

[skipglo]

I am looking at getting a 300 win mag for hunting out west and I think I have it narrowed down to the Bergara Premier Highlander and Christensen Arms Mesa. Has anyone shot these 2 rifles or have experience with them? They are similar weight with similar features. BUT, the Begara retails for about $500 more. Is the Begara worth this extra premium? Both companies offer sub-moa guarantee. From what I have seen online, the Begara seems to be a tack driver and groups slightly better then the Mesa.

Only one thought here from me...for what it's worth...Begara is made in Spain and from what I have heard... customer service isn't good...so if you choose it....I would ask the dealer if he is personally going to stand behind the gun....IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS...God forbid!