The short answer

The Savage Axis XP .308 Win Bolt-Action Rifle with 3-9x40 Scope and the Savage Precision B Mag .17 WSM Gen 1: Stainless Thumbhole Rifle are both bolt-action rifles. The Savage Axis XP .308 Win Bolt-Action Rifle with 3-9x40 Scope is the more affordable option, starting at $406.99 versus $599.97. On the spec sheet, the Savage Precision B Mag .17 WSM Gen 1: Stainless Thumbhole Rifle carries more rounds (8 rounds vs 4 rounds) and the Savage Precision B Mag .17 WSM Gen 1: Stainless Thumbhole Rifle is lighter (97.2 oz vs 121.6 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Savage Axis XP .308 Win Bolt-Action Rifle with 3-9x40 Scope and the Savage Precision B Mag .17 WSM Gen 1: Stainless Thumbhole Rifle?

They differ mainly in caliber (.308 Win vs .17 WSM), model (Axis XP vs B-Mag), capacity (4 rounds vs 8 rounds) and overall length (42.5" vs 40").

Which is cheaper, the Savage Axis XP .308 Win Bolt-Action Rifle with 3-9x40 Scope or the Savage Precision B Mag .17 WSM Gen 1: Stainless Thumbhole Rifle?

The Savage Axis XP .308 Win Bolt-Action Rifle with 3-9x40 Scope is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $406.99 compared with $599.97 for the Savage Precision B Mag .17 WSM Gen 1: Stainless Thumbhole Rifle. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Which holds more rounds, the Savage Axis XP .308 Win Bolt-Action Rifle with 3-9x40 Scope or the Savage Precision B Mag .17 WSM Gen 1: Stainless Thumbhole Rifle?

The Savage Precision B Mag .17 WSM Gen 1: Stainless Thumbhole Rifle has the higher magazine capacity at 8 rounds, versus 4 rounds for the Savage Axis XP .308 Win Bolt-Action Rifle with 3-9x40 Scope.