The Mossberg Patriot Youth Super Bantam is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 7mm-08 Remington with a 20-inch fluted barrel, matte blued finish, and a shorter length-of-pull stock designed for youth and smaller-framed shooters. Overall length is 38.5 inches, weight is 7.5 lbs. Capacity is 5+1. The combo includes a factory-mounted 3-9x40mm scope on Weaver-style bases. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: 7MM-08 REM 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 5 Rounds (plus 1 in chamber) 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Weight: 7.5 lbs. 
• Finish: Matte Blued 
• Trigger Type: Adjustable LBA (Lightweight Adjustable) 
• Safety Mechanism: Crossbolt safety 
• Sights: Weaver Style Bases (scope included) 
• Overall Length: 38.5 inches 
• Twist Rate: 1:9.50" 
   

Features 

The adjustable LBA trigger lets you set pull weight without tools. The fluted barrel reduces weight slightly and sheds heat faster during range sessions. The short length-of-pull fits younger or smaller shooters who struggle with full-size stocks. The included 3-9x40mm scope gets you shooting right out of the box, no additional optic purchase needed. 
 

Usage 

The 7mm-08 Rem is a sensible choice for youth hunting rifles: recoil is noticeably lighter than .308 Win while retaining enough energy for deer-size game. The 20-inch barrel keeps the package shorter without a major velocity penalty. Parents introducing children to bolt-gun fundamentals will find the adjustable trigger and compact dimensions practical. The rifle also works as a lightweight adult hunting rifle where reduced recoil and shorter overall length are priorities.

The Mossberg Patriot Youth Bantam in 7mm-08 is well-received, especially by parents buying a first hunting rifle for younger shooters.

The shorter length-of-pull is the standout feature. It actually fits youth and smaller adults properly, rather than being a full-size rifle with a different color stock. Combined with 7mm-08's lighter recoil relative to larger calibers, it's a good combination for building shooter confidence.

Accuracy is consistently rated positively. The 7mm-08 caliber handles deer hunting well, and owners report adequate performance from the included scope for hunting distances.

The included factory scope is appreciated for the value it adds to the package. Buyers don't have to budget separately for glass to get started. It's an entry-level scope, so those wanting more performance eventually upgrade, but it works fine for hunting.

Build quality is seen as solid for the price. The Patriot series is Mossberg's budget-tier bolt gun, and most owners are satisfied with the durability and reliability given the cost.

The 7.5 lb weight is a mild concern for some youth shooters on longer hunts, but for bench or blind use it doesn't cause issues. Overall, parents looking for a capable, affordable first hunting rifle for their kids consistently recommend this model.