The Christensen Arms Ridgeline is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Win with a 24-inch carbon-fiber-wrapped 416 stainless steel barrel. Overall length is 44.50 inches. Weight is 6.30 lbs. Capacity is 4+1 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Ridgeline 
• Caliber: .308 Win 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Weight: 6.30 lbs 
• Overall Length (OAL): 44.50 inches 
• Safety: Two-position safety mechanism 
• Stock Description: Fixed Sporter stock 
• Twist Rate: 1:10 inches 
• Barrel Material: 416 Stainless Steel Carbon Fiber Wrapped 
• Muzzle Device: Radial Muzzle Brake 
• Receiver Material: Lightweight Aluminum 
• Finish Color Options: Green / Black 
• Sights: None (Drilled & Tapped) 
   

Features 

 
The carbon fiber barrel wrap is the defining feature here: it gives the Ridgeline a weight profile well below most steel-barreled .308 rifles while keeping barrel stiffness and heat dissipation acceptable for field use. The radial muzzle brake reduces felt recoil noticeably on a 6.3-lb rifle chambered in .308. 
 
The receiver is drilled and tapped but ships without sights. This is a dedicated optics platform. The two-position safety is straightforward: safe or fire. The fixed sporter stock keeps the profile simple and slim for carrying over long distances. 
 

Who It's For 

 
The Ridgeline targets hunters who cover ground and can't afford the weight penalty of a heavy-barreled precision rifle. At 6.30 lbs., it's among the lightest production bolt-action .308s available. Long-range target shooters who prioritize portability over sustained fire heat management will also find it well-suited. This is not a truck gun or a range plinker. The price and construction reflect a purpose-built hunting and field precision rifle.

The Christensen Arms Ridgeline in .308 Win gets strong reviews from hunters and field shooters, with a few consistent caveats.

Accuracy is the most-praised attribute. Owners routinely report sub-MOA groups, which is what the platform is engineered for. The light weight is the second major draw. Shooters who carry rifles on mountain hunts or extended backcountry trips find the 6.30-lb. package far easier to manage than heavier comparable rifles. The trigger pull and bolt action smoothness get positive marks as well.

Price is the predictable sticking point. Christensen Arms sits at a premium over most production bolt guns, and the value discussion comes up in nearly every forum thread about the Ridgeline. Some buyers feel the carbon fiber construction and sub-MOA guarantee justify the cost; others aren't convinced without more extensive personal testing. A handful of shooters note that the lightweight design can work against stability when shooting from awkward positions without a rest. Wait times on certain configurations or custom options have also drawn complaints.