The Mesa Long Range is a lightweight hunting rifle in .300 PRC, built around a featherweight contour 416R stainless steel barrel that's hand-lapped and button rifled. At 6.5 lbs, it carries easily in the field. A seamless removable radial muzzle brake cuts recoil noticeably, and the free-floating barrel design keeps groups tight. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Mesa Long Range 
• Caliber: .300 PRC 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 4+1 (3 rounds internal magazine) 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Weight: 6.5 lbs 
• Finish: Burnt Bronze Cerakote 
• Safety: Manual 
• Trigger: Standard Match Trigger (2.5 - 3.5 lbs) 
• Grip: Standard 
• Stock Material: Carbon Fiber Composite 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The carbon fiber composite stock uses Invar pillars and spot bedding for a stable platform, and the Limbsaver recoil pad keeps things manageable during longer range sessions. The skeletonized, twin lug spiral fluted bolt handle cycles smoothly and trims weight, and an improved bolt release speeds up chambering. 
 
Christensen Arms backs this rifle with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Hunting: The .300 PRC hits hard at distance, making it a practical choice for big game where a flat trajectory matters. 
• Long-range competition: Sub-MOA performance holds up at extended ranges where consistency is everything. 
• Backcountry trips: At 6.5 lbs, it won't drag you down on long days in rough terrain.

The Christensen Mesa LR Gen 3 in .300 PRC Burnt Bronze draws a fair amount of discussion, and the feedback splits pretty predictably between what people love and where they push back.

On the positive side, most owners comment on the lightweight carbon fiber stock and how solid the overall build feels for the weight. Accuracy gets mentioned consistently. Tight groupings at distance show up in a lot of range reports, which makes sense given Christensen's sub-MOA guarantee. The Burnt Bronze finish gets credit for standing out from more conventional options. The .300 PRC cartridge itself earns regular praise for its flat trajectory and reach on larger game.

The criticism tends to center on cost. It's a genuine investment, and budget-minded buyers notice. A handful of shooters, particularly those newer to magnum cartridges, found recoil more than they expected despite the muzzle brake. Ammunition availability for .300 PRC also comes up; it's not as widely stocked as common hunting cartridges, and pricing at the counter reflects that.