The Savage Arms Axis 2 Pro Western is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 400 Legend, aimed at hunters and sport shooters who want a capable, no-frills platform in a distinctive package. The Gun Metal Bronze Cerakote finish over the Savage Western Camo stock gives it a look that works in the field and holds up to weather. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Savage Arms 
• Family: Axis Series 
• Model: Axis 2 Pro Western 
• Type: Rifle 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: 400 Legend 
• Finish: Gun Metal Bronze Cerakote (Applied Finish) 
• Stock/Grips: Savage Western Camo Stock 
• Barrel Length: 20" 
• Overall Length: 40.5" 
• Rate of Twist: 1-in-16" 
• Capacity: 4 + 1 (with one magazine included) 
• Weight: 6.9 lbs. 
• Special Feature: Threaded Barrel (11/16x24) 
• Sights Type: None 
   

Detailed Features 

The AccuTrigger is the centerpiece. It allows adjustable pull weight for a crisp break, which matters more on a hunting rifle than most people expect. The heavy sporter barrel adds stability and helps tame recoil at the expense of a little extra weight. A threaded barrel (11/16x24) means you can run a suppressor or muzzle brake without an adapter. The one-piece rail gives a solid, consistent mounting surface for optics without the fuss of separate rings working loose under recoil. 
 
At 6.9 lbs. and 40.5" overall, it handles comfortably in the field. The 400 Legend chambering is worth noting. It's a straight-walled cartridge, which makes it legal in states that restrict bottleneck rifle rounds for deer hunting.

Owners of the Savage Axis 2 Pro Western in 400 Legend are generally satisfied, with most praise directed at accuracy and the AccuTrigger. The .400 Legend cartridge comes up often in a positive light. Its straight-walled design is a real draw for hunters in states that limit bottleneck cartridges, and the recoil is considered manageable for the caliber. Value for money is a consistent theme, with buyers feeling the feature set punches above the price.

Criticism tends to focus on the stock. Some shooters find the synthetic stock functional but wish it had a higher-end feel or more adjustment options. Weight gets occasional mentions. At 6.9 lbs. it's not heavy, but a few users note it sits on the heavier end for a carry rifle during long days in the field. Overall the reception is positive, with most buyers treating it as a solid hunting platform that doesn't ask for much more than a quality optic to be field-ready.