The Christensen Arms Mesa FFT is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 7mm Rem Mag, configured for left-hand operation. It has a 22-inch free-floating 416 stainless steel button-rifled barrel, a TriggerTech trigger, aluminum receiver, radial muzzle brake, and a Flash Forged Technology fixed sporter stock. Weight is 5.5 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Mesa FFT 
• Caliber: 7mm Rem Mag 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Trigger: TriggerTech 
• Safety: Two-position safety mechanism 
• Overall Length (OAL): 43.75 inches 
• Weight: 5.50 lbs 
• Stock Description: Fixed Sporter with Flash Forged Technology 
• Twist Rate: 1 in 9 inches 
• Barrel Material/Description: 416 Stainless Steel Button-Rifled, Free-Floating 
• Muzzle Device: Radial Muzzle Brake 
• Receiver Material: Aluminum 
• Sights: None, drilled and tapped 
   

Features 

The free-floating 416 stainless button-rifled barrel minimizes stock contact to keep barrel harmonics consistent shot to shot. The 1:9" twist stabilizes the range of bullet weights commonly used in 7mm Rem Mag. TriggerTech delivers a clean break with minimal pull weight variability. The radial muzzle brake reduces recoil meaningfully for a rifle in this caliber class. The Flash Forged Technology stock manages the tradeoff between weight and structural stiffness well. Left-hand configuration provides natural bolt throw and safety placement for left-handed shooters. No sights included; the receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounting. 
 

Who It's For 

Left-handed hunters and precision shooters who want a 7mm Rem Mag in a lightweight bolt rifle. At 5.5 lbs the Mesa FFT is lighter than most production 7mm Rem Mag rifles. The 7mm Rem Mag is a capable all-around hunting caliber for deer through elk, with good performance at distance.

The Christensen Mesa FFT LH in 7mm Rem Mag generates positive feedback from owners, with the main discussion points tracking closely with other Mesa FFT variants.

Precision and accuracy are the most praised attributes. Owners report tight groupings at longer distances and credit both the free-floating barrel and the TriggerTech trigger. The lightweight construction is consistently noted as a practical advantage for hunting, and the carbon fiber stock's quality gets favorable remarks. Recoil management with the radial muzzle brake is mentioned positively, with most owners finding the 7mm Rem Mag felt recoil comfortable for extended sessions.

Left-handed shooters note the limited supply of quality left-hand bolt rifles at this specification level, which shapes positive views about the Mesa FFT's availability.

Price is the primary concern, with some buyers comparing the Mesa FFT against less expensive alternatives. Availability and wait times come up occasionally. A subset of owners mention that personal fit varies and recommend handling the rifle before purchasing if possible, since ergonomics are subjective and the fixed sporter stock does not adjust for different shooter dimensions.