# Winchester XPERT 17 WSM Camo Precision Bolt Rifle - TrueTimber Edition

**Brand:** Winchester
**Category:** Bolt-Action Rifles
**Caliber:** .17 HMR

## Specifications

- **Caliber:** .17 HMR
- **Barrel Length:** 18"
- **Capacity:** 8 rounds
- **Finish:** Matte Blued
- **Weight:** 72 oz
- **Overall Length:** 36.25"
- **UPC:** 048702027086
- **SKU:** UCr9wk1u

## Description

The Winchester XPERT is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 17 WSM with an 18" barrel and TrueTimber Strata Camo stock over a Matte Blued and Matte Black receiver. The 18" tube pushes overall length to 36.25" while weight stays at 4.5 lbs., a bit more velocity on tap than the shorter SR variant without adding meaningful bulk.

### Key Specifications
- **Manufacturer:** Winchester
- **Family:** XPERT Rifle Series
- **Model:** XPERT
- **Type:** Rifle
- **Action:** Bolt Action
- **Caliber/Gauge:** 17 WSM
- **Finish:** Matte Blued
- **Stock:** TrueTimber Strata Camo
- **Barrel Length:** 18 inches
- **Overall Length:** 36.25 inches
- **Rate-of-Twist:** 1-in-9 inches
- **Capacity:** 8 + 1 (8 round magazine)
- **Weight:** 4.5 lbs.
- **Receiver Finish:** Matte Black
- **Sights Type:** Adjustable Sights (FS: Ramped Post / RS: Adj. Leaf)

### Detailed Features

1. **Adjustable Rimfire Trigger**. Pull weight is user-adjustable, letting shooters dial in a crisp release.

2. **Extended Bolt Handle**. Longer handle speeds up cycling, which matters on quick follow-up shots.

3. **Ambidextrous Magazine Release**, Works equally for left- and right-handed shooters.

4. **Matte Blued Finish**, Resists corrosion and reduces glare in bright field conditions.

5. **TrueTimber Strata Camo Stock**. Blends into wooded and mixed terrain; the synthetic material shrugs off weather and rough handling.

### Usage Scenarios

The 17 WSM and 18" barrel combination is well-suited for small game and varmint work in open country, where the extra barrel length squeezes out additional velocity. The adjustable sights and light weight also make it a usable option at the range without needing an optic.

## What Reviewers Say

*Quoted verbatim from YouTube reviews. Each link opens the video at the moment quoted.*

> These blew up my Ruger, but you can see the tips on these are a little bit different color red.
>
> — [WHO_TEE_WHO](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-f_VFnBqGY&t=70s)

> I think I'd be pretty confident on coyotes with this five and a quarter dial for 300.
>
> — [WHO_TEE_WHO](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgijXeBBYUg&t=509s)

> That 17 super mag does a pretty good job.
>
> — [WHO_TEE_WHO](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgijXeBBYUg&t=1041s)

> These 400 yardd hits, that's taking more paint off than the 17 HMR did at 300.
>
> — [WHO_TEE_WHO](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgijXeBBYUg&t=1097s)

> It's got a lot more buggy on it than that 17 HMR.
>
> — [WHO_TEE_WHO](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgijXeBBYUg&t=1187s)

## What Customers Say

*AI-generated insights from customer reviews*

Buyers of the XPERT TrueTimber edition consistently mention accuracy and the camo finish as highlights. The 17 WSM's performance at longer ranges gets positive marks. Flat trajectory and minimal recoil make varmint shots at distance feel manageable. The bolt action is smooth by most accounts.

The weight comes up occasionally as a concern, though at 4.5 lbs. it's light by most standards; a few users comparing it to ultra-light alternatives feel it's heavier than expected. Ammunition availability is the most common practical complaint. 17 WSM is a niche caliber that isn't always on the shelf at local retailers.

Overall tone in buyer discussions is favorable, with the rifle recommended for hunters and range shooters who are already committed to the 17 WSM platform.

## Pricing

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| Vendor | Price |
|--------|-------|
| Shootingsurplus Com | $309.93 |
| Gritrsports Com | $328.99 |
| Impactguns Com | $333.39 |
| Buds Gun Shop | $368.99 |
| Centerfiresystems Com | $379.99 |
| Globalordnance Com | $386.47 |
| Guns Com | $386.99 |
| Deguns | $406.99 |
| Selwayarmory Com | $408.99 |

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