The Christensen Arms Ridgeline is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. The carbon fiber composite stock with Black/Gray webbing keeps it at 6.30 lbs, which is light for a rifle that takes long-range precision work seriously. The 24-inch barrel uses a carbon fiber wrap over a stainless steel core, reducing weight while managing heat better than a full steel tube. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Christensen Arms 
• Model: Ridgeline 
• Type: Bolt Action Rifle 
• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor 
• Capacity: 4 + 1 rounds (internal magazine) 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Weight: 6.30 lbs 
• Trigger Pull Weight: Adjustable between 2.5 to 3.5 lbs 
• Stock Material: Carbon Fiber Composite with Black w/ Gray Webbing finish 
   

Detailed Features 

The 1:8" twist rate stabilizes longer, heavier 6.5mm bullets well, which suits the extended-range shooting this rifle is built for. The trigger is adjustable from 2.5 to 3.5 lbs, giving room to tune for personal preference without a gunsmith visit. A two-position safety is present. The fixed sporter stock has a stable cheek weld. 
 
The rifle comes drilled and tapped for standard Remington 700 optics bases, so the aftermarket scope mount selection is wide. The carbon fiber barrel construction keeps weight down while addressing one of the common complaints about lighter rifles -- heat buildup during sustained fire. 
 

Usage 

At 6.30 lbs the Ridgeline is light enough to carry in rough terrain without being a burden, but it has enough barrel length and precision engineering to perform at distance. It suits hunters going after game in open country where long shots are likely, and competitive shooters who need a light-carry precision platform.

Owners of the Ridgeline in 6.5 Creedmoor consistently note how well the weight-to-performance ratio holds up. At 6.30 lbs the rifle is genuinely light for a 24-inch precision barrel, and most users report it shoots tighter groups than they expected at that weight. The carbon fiber and stainless barrel gets specific credit for staying consistent as it warms up.

The Black/Gray finish is well-liked aesthetically, and the stock feels rigid and well-fitted to most shooters. The Remington 700 footprint for optics bases is a practical advantage that comes up in buyer discussions -- there's no shortage of mounts.

The price point is the most consistent criticism. Some buyers feel the premium over comparable bolt guns is hard to absorb. A few users note the factory trigger, while adjustable, runs on the heavier end of its range out of the box and benefits from tuning. Aftermarket parts specific to the Ridgeline are less available than for more common platforms. Despite those caveats, the rifle holds a positive reputation among precision hunters and target shooters.