The Christensen Arms Mesa FFT in .28 Nosler is a bolt-action hunting rifle built around two priorities: weight and accuracy. At 5.5 lbs with a 22-inch barrel, it fits naturally into a pack without the bulk of conventional hunting rifles. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Mesa FFT 
• Caliber: .28 Nosler 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Weight: 5.5 lbs 
• Finish: Black with Gray Webbing; Tungsten Cerakote on receiver 
• Receiver Material: Aluminum 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The TriggerTech trigger has an adjustable pull weight and a crisp break that holds up under field conditions. The radial muzzle brake cuts felt recoil noticeably, which is useful with the .28 Nosler's energetic push. A free-floating barrel design keeps the bore from contacting the stock during firing, so shot-to-shot harmonics stay consistent. Aluminum receiver and carbon fiber components keep the total package under 5.5 lbs without sacrificing durability. 
 

Target Audience 

 
Aimed at big game hunters who cover ground on foot and need a rifle that can reach out at distance. The .28 Nosler caliber handles large game at extended ranges, and the weight makes multi-day backcountry trips more practical. Experienced bolt-action shooters will get the most out of it; the adjustable trigger rewards proper technique. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
On elk and deer hunts where you're glassing from a ridge and making shots past 300 yards, the Mesa FFT's combination of caliber and weight works in your favor. At the range it's a capable load development platform, though .28 Nosler brass and components can be harder to source than more common calibers.

Feedback on the Mesa FFT in .28 Nosler follows a consistent pattern. The lightweight build draws praise almost universally, especially from hunters who've carried heavier rifles on long approaches. Accuracy reports are strong, with owners noting good groups across the distance range where .28 Nosler is useful.

The finish and overall construction quality get mentioned positively, and recoil with the muzzle brake is described as manageable for the caliber.

Criticism clusters around the price, which sits on the higher end for bolt-action rifles. Some users mention the difficulty of finding .28 Nosler ammunition and brass compared to more common chamberings. Initial scope mounting and load development take some work to get dialed in. Weight distribution is occasionally flagged as slightly forward-heavy, though this is a minor note in most discussions.

Overall the rifle holds a positive reputation among serious hunters who value the weight-to-performance ratio, with the main caution being the higher cost and caliber logistics.