The Savage Arms Axis 2 Compact in .350 Legend is a left-hand bolt-action rifle built for hunters and shooters who want a lightweight, compact platform without a lot of extras. The green synthetic stock and matte black finish give it a practical field look, and the 18" barrel keeps overall length at 37.5", short enough to move through heavy cover without fighting the rifle. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Savage Arms 
• Family: Axis Series 
• Model: Axis 2 Compact 
• Type: Rifle 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: .350 Legend 
• Finish Type: Matte Black 
• Stock/Grips: Green Synthetic 
• Barrel Length: 18" 
• Overall Length: 37.5" 
• Rate-of-Twist: 1-in-16" 
• Capacity: 4 + 1 (Detachable Box Magazine) 
• Number of Magazines Included: 1 
• Weight: 6 lbs. 
• Safety Features: 2 Position Top Tang 
• Special Feature: Compact Left Hand 
   

Detailed Features 

The AccuTrigger is user-adjustable, so you can set pull weight without sending it to a gunsmith. That matters for accuracy and consistency across different shooting conditions. At 6 lbs. and 37.5" overall, the rifle handles well in dense environments, useful for deer hunters working through wooded terrain. 
 
The green synthetic stock is weather-resistant and provides a solid grip in wet or cold conditions. The bolt action cycles reliably and delivers precise shot placement when you hold up your end. No sights are included, which means you pick and mount your own optics, a reasonable setup for anyone building a purpose-specific hunting or competition rig. 
 
The two-position top tang safety is positioned so you can engage and disengage it without shifting your grip or losing sight of your target.

Owners of the Savage Axis 2 Compact .350 Legend in green generally like what they get for the price.

The compact design gets consistent praise, especially from younger or smaller-framed shooters who find larger rifles awkward to shoulder. The .350 Legend caliber is popular for deer hunting, and the rifle's light recoil makes it approachable for newer shooters. Most users report the AccuTrigger as a genuine improvement over what you'd expect at this price, adjustable, clean, and consistent.

On the critical side, some owners note that fit and finish aren't on par with higher-end models. The stock in particular draws a few comments about feeling budget-grade. Long-term durability questions come up occasionally, though most users in discussions haven't pushed the rifle hard enough to form a firm opinion. Overall, the recurring takeaway is solid value for the money as an entry-level bolt gun.