The Christensen Arms Ridgeline FFT is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .28 Nosler with a 22-inch barrel, 3+1 capacity, and a weight of 5.3 lbs. The action is matte stainless steel; the stock is carbon fiber finished in black with gray accents. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber: .28 Nosler 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Weight: 5.3 lbs 
• Finish: Black with Gray Accents 
• Frame Material: Carbon Fiber 
• Receiver Material: Matte Stainless Steel 
   

Detailed Features 

At 5.3 lbs the Ridgeline FFT is genuinely light for a hunting bolt rifle. Carbon fiber construction is responsible for most of that weight reduction; the material is stiff enough to resist flex under recoil while avoiding the mass of traditional synthetic or wood stocks. 
 
The TriggerTech trigger is crisp with minimal creep, which is a real accuracy advantage at long range. Two-position safety allows a quick transition from safe to fire without taking the shooter's eye off the target. The receiver is drilled and tapped, so mounting optics is a direct process. 
 
The .28 Nosler cartridge fits a long-range hunting and competitive shooting role: it offers a flat trajectory and good retained energy at distance while fitting in a standard long-action receiver. 
 

Target Audience 

Experienced hunters who cover long distances on foot and need a rifle that won't slow them down, and competitive long-range shooters who want consistent results at extended distances. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

1. Hunting Expeditions: 5.3 lbs saves fatigue on all-day backcountry trips without giving up caliber capability. 
2. Competitive Shooting: Precision trigger and stiff carbon fiber stock support repeatable accuracy. 
3. Field Use: Carbon fiber handles moisture and temperature swings better than wood.

Owners of the Ridgeline FFT in .28 Nosler focus their feedback on the rifle's light weight and accuracy.

The 5.3-lb weight is the most praised attribute. Hunters who carry their rifle for hours in rough terrain specifically note that the carbon fiber build makes a meaningful difference by the end of a long day. The .28 Nosler caliber is well-regarded for its accuracy at various ranges, and most owners report tight groups that match expectations for a precision bolt rifle.

Price is the main sticking point in discussions. The Ridgeline FFT sits at a premium price point, and while most buyers accept it as fair for a carbon fiber hunting rifle, some compare it against alternatives and raise value questions. Availability of .28 Nosler ammunition and specific accessories is noted as occasionally limiting by owners in some markets.

Overall sentiment is positive, weighted toward the performance and portability benefits that justify the cost for serious hunting and long-range use.