The Christensen Arms Traverse in .22-250 Rem is a bolt-action rifle with a 24-inch carbon fiber wrapped stainless steel barrel, aluminum receiver, fixed Monte Carlo stock with raised comb, and a TriggerTech trigger. It weighs 7.3 lbs, has a 4+1 capacity, and comes with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee. The barrel is threaded and includes a removable stainless brake. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Christensen Arms 
• Model: Traverse 
• Type: Bolt Action Rifle 
• Caliber: .22-250 Rem 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Weight: 7.3 lbs 
• Finish Color: Gray / Black 
• Stock Type: Fixed Monte Carlo with Raised Comb 
• Trigger Type: TriggerTech 
• Sights Type: Integrated Base 
• Rate of Twist: 1:14" 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The carbon fiber wrapped stainless barrel is hand-lapped and free-floating. The TriggerTech trigger has a clean, consistent break that helps at longer distances where trigger control directly affects group size. The removable stainless brake reduces muzzle rise for quicker follow-up shots; the threaded barrel also accepts suppressors or other muzzle devices. Sub-MOA is guaranteed with quality factory loads. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

1. Varmint Hunting: .22-250 is one of the faster flat-shooting varmint cartridges available, and the 24-inch barrel extracts full velocity from it. 
2. Competitive Shooting: Sub-MOA guarantee and TriggerTech trigger suit benchrest or precision rifle matches. 
3. Long-Range Target Practice: The flat trajectory and free-floating barrel reward precise ammo selection and consistent technique.

The Christensen Traverse .22-250 Rem gets strong marks for accuracy and build quality, with the usual Christensen Arms price discussion alongside.

Accuracy is the most frequent positive. Owners report consistent sub-MOA performance, which tracks with the guarantee, and the .22-250 cartridge's flat trajectory makes it particularly effective at distance. The carbon fiber barrel construction and overall weight are appreciated by hunters who carry rifles in the field. 7.3 lbs is light for this class. TriggerTech triggers draw consistent praise for their crisp break.

The price comes up as the main consideration. Christensen Arms is a premium builder, and the Traverse sits at the higher end of the bolt-gun market. Most buyers who do the research feel the build quality justifies it, but it is a real conversation in every forum thread about this rifle. Customer service experiences are mixed and come up occasionally as a secondary factor. Ergonomics and stock fit receive positive comments across the board.