The Mossberg Patriot in .308 Win is a bolt-action rifle with a 22-inch fluted barrel, Cerakote finish, and 5+1 capacity. At 6.5 lbs and 42.25 inches overall, it sits toward the lighter end of full-caliber hunting rifles, which helps on longer carries without meaningfully reducing .308 effectiveness at hunting ranges. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Patriot 
• Caliber: .308 WIN 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Capacity: 5+1 rounds 
• Weight: 6.5 lbs 
• Safety Type: Crossbolt Safety 
• Trigger Type: Adjustable LBA (Lightning Bolt Action) 
• Overall Length: 42.25 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

• Fluted barrel reduces weight and improves heat dissipation during extended range sessions 
• LBA adjustable trigger for customizing pull weight to individual preference 
• Cerakote finish for corrosion and weather resistance 
   

Usage Scenarios 

1. Hunting Expeditions: .308 WIN provides solid stopping power on deer and similar game, and the 6.5-lb weight makes the rifle manageable over long field days. 
2. Competitive Shooting: The adjustable trigger gives precision shooters a way to tune the pull without aftermarket parts. 
3. Home Defense: Reliable bolt-action with crossbolt safety; primarily a hunting configuration but functional if pressed into a defense role.

Owners of the Mossberg Patriot .308 Win generally report solid satisfaction for the price tier.

Affordability is the most cited reason for purchase, and most owners feel the rifle delivers accuracy beyond what the price might suggest — particularly at hunting distances. The fluted barrel draws consistent praise both for the practical weight reduction and the cleaner appearance. The LBA adjustable trigger is frequently mentioned as an easy-to-use feature that improves the shooting experience without needing a gunsmith.

On the negative side, some users report feeding or extraction failures with specific ammunition types — a pattern that usually resolves with ammunition changes rather than rifle work. Stock ergonomics come up periodically; a portion of owners find it comfortable, while others find it bulkier than comparable designs. Scope mounting gets mixed reviews, with some users noting the system works without issue and others finding it less intuitive than they expected.

Overall the Patriot is consistently recommended as an entry-level .308 that performs reliably for hunting and general range use, with the expectation that some buyers may want to tune the trigger or address ammo compatibility before settling on a load.