The Christensen Arms Ridgeline is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .300 Win Mag. At 6.30 lbs, it's light for the caliber. The carbon fiber composite stock and stainless barrel keep the weight down without compromising strength. The 26-inch barrel with a 1:10" twist is tuned for the .300 Win Mag's longer, heavier bullets, and the stainless radial muzzle brake cuts recoil noticeably. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Ridgeline 
• Caliber: .300 Win Mag 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 3+1 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Weight: 6.30 lbs 
• Finish Color: Stainless Steel with Carbon Fiber accents 
• Safety Mechanism: Two-position safety 
• Trigger Type: TriggerTech, 2.5 - 3.5 lb pull weight 
• Stock Material: Carbon Fiber Composite 
   

Features 

 
The fixed sporter stock is carbon fiber composite, light, stiff, and unaffected by weather. The stainless steel barrel is hand-lapped and threaded for the included radial muzzle brake. The action uses a Remington 700 footprint for the optics base, so mounting a scope is straightforward with widely available hardware. The two-position safety is positive and easy to operate with a gloved hand. 
 

Usage 

 
This rifle fits hunters who cover a lot of ground and need to stay light, and long-range shooters who want a .300 Win Mag that doesn't feel like a burden to carry. The 26-inch barrel extracts good velocity from the cartridge. Capacity is 3+1, which is standard for a hunting bolt gun in this chambering.

The Christensen Ridgeline .300 Win Mag Gen 3 in green gets mostly positive feedback, with a few practical criticisms that come up consistently.

The weight is the most-mentioned strength. Hunters who put on miles appreciate having a .300 Win Mag platform that stays under 6.5 lbs. Accuracy draws similar praise. Owners report tight groupings at long range, which is what you'd expect from a hand-lapped barrel and a quality trigger.

The green finish gets a lot of positive comments on looks. Recoil management is also mentioned often; the radial muzzle brake does real work on a magnum cartridge.

On the critical side: the price is the main sticking point. It's on the higher end for production bolt guns, and some buyers compare it unfavorably to less expensive options that shoot just as well. A few users note that parts and specific accessories can be harder to find than for more common platforms. First-time bolt-gun owners occasionally mention the initial scope setup takes some patience. Weight distribution with a loaded magazine also comes up occasionally. The balance shifts a bit.

Overall, it's well-regarded among hunters and long-range shooters who want a lightweight magnum rifle and are willing to pay for it. Buyers watching budget tend to look at other options.