The Savage Arms Axis 2 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 7mm-08, with a user-adjustable AccuTrigger that lets shooters dial in their preferred pull weight from around 3 to over 6 pounds. It has a matte black finish and a gray synthetic stock, and the left-hand orientation makes it one of the few options genuinely built for southpaw users. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Savage Arms 
• Family: Axis Series 
• Model: Axis 2 
• Type: Rifle 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: 7mm-08 
• Finish Type: Matte Black 
• Stock: Gray Synthetic (Synthetic Stock) 
• Barrel Length: 22" 
• Overall Length: 42.5" 
• Capacity: 4 + 1 (Detachable Box Magazine) 
• Weight: 6.6 lbs. 
• Rate of Twist: 1-in-9.5" 
• Safety Features: 2 Position Top Tang Safety 
• Additional Info: 
  • User-adjustable AccuTrigger 
  • Integral Swivel Studs 
  • Drilled / Tapped 
     

Detailed Features 

The AccuTrigger system is the most practically useful part of this package. Adjustable pull weight means the rifle can adapt to a target shooter's light-touch preferences or a hunter's need for something more deliberate. The 22" barrel balances muzzle velocity against portability, and at 6.6 lbs. the rifle doesn't wear you out on long carries. Drilled and tapped receiver means adding a scope is straightforward. 
 
The left-hand configuration is worth noting specifically: left-handed bolt-action rifles at this price are a short list, and the Axis 2 doesn't cut any corners to get there. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

The 7mm-08 caliber works well for deer-sized game and holds up at longer ranges, manageable recoil with enough energy downrange. For target shooting, the adjustable trigger is the main draw. The synthetic stock handles weather without the maintenance wood requires, which suits hunters who don't want to baby their gear.

Owners of the Savage Axis 2 AccuTrigger in 7mm-08 generally land on the positive side, with the main draw being the price-to-performance ratio. It's commonly positioned as a strong entry-level hunting rifle, and most buyers seem to agree with that assessment.

The AccuTrigger gets consistent praise for its adjustability and clean break. The rifle's light weight and easy handling also come up frequently, particularly from hunters covering a lot of ground.

Criticism tends to focus on the stock, some users find it plain or less substantial than they'd like, and a few mention needing to invest in quality scope mounts to get the best accuracy. Neither complaint is unusual for a rifle at this price point.

Overall, the consensus is that it's a capable hunting rifle that delivers well beyond its cost.