The Mossberg Patriot is a .30-06 Springfield bolt-action rifle in a Cerakote stainless/black synthetic configuration. At 6.5 lbs with a 22" barrel it's on the lighter side for a hunting .30-06, which matters over long carries in the field. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Patriot 
• Caliber: .30-06 Springfield 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 5 Rounds (+1) 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Weight: 6.5 lbs. 
• Finish: Black Synthetic Stock with Cerakote Stainless Steel 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The fluted 22" barrel has a recessed crown, which protects the muzzle during field use and contributes to consistent exit conditions for the bullet. Fluting also sheds heat faster during extended range sessions. The LBA (Lightning Bolt Action) trigger is adjustable, which is uncommon at this price tier — you can dial pull weight to your preference without aftermarket parts. 
 
Weaver-style bases come installed, so you're ready to mount optics immediately. The crossbolt safety is a two-position design, straightforward to operate. The black synthetic stock is impervious to weather changes that would affect wood, and the Cerakote stainless barrel resists corrosion in wet hunting conditions. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• .30-06 covers deer, elk, and similar North American game reliably at typical hunting distances. 
• The adjustable trigger and 22" barrel make it a serviceable bench rifle for hunters who zero and confirm zero regularly. 
• The lightweight synthetic stock and Cerakote finish make it practical to carry without worrying about weather or impact damage.

The Patriot in .30-06 consistently gets called out as good value for money — that theme shows up more than anything else in community discussions. Buyers at this price point are usually comparing it against competitors' entry-level hunting bolt guns, and the Mossberg holds its own on accuracy and reliability.

Accuracy is well-regarded. Consistent groupings at hunting distances are the norm in user reports, and the adjustable LBA trigger gets specific credit for being a genuine differentiator at the price. The stainless Cerakote finish draws appreciation from hunters who take rifles into wet or harsh conditions. The bolt action is described as smooth and the overall feel solid.

Weight gets occasional criticism — 6.5 lbs is light for a .30-06, but some users who add a scope and rings find the balance shifts and the rifle feels heavier than the bare spec suggests. Mossberg customer service has a mixed track record in community reports: warranty handling is generally positive but response times and parts availability draw occasional complaints. Stock feel and ergonomics are functional but not particularly refined — a common feedback point for rifles in this price category.