The Savage Arms Axis 2 XP is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, with a left-hand configuration, hardwood stock, and matte black finish. The user-adjustable AccuTrigger lets you dial in pull weight to your preference. A 3-9x40 scope is included. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Savage Arms 
• Family: Axis Series 
• Model: Axis 2 XP 
• Type: Rifle 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: 6.5 Creedmoor 
• Finish: Matte Black 
• Stock/Grips: Hardwood Stock 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Overall Length: 42.5 inches 
• Rate of Twist: 1-in-8 inches 
• Capacity: 4 + 1 (Detachable Box Magazine) 
• Weight: 7.8 lbs. 
• Safety Features: Two Position Top Tang Safety 
• Special Feature: Left Hand Configuration 
• Additional Info: 
  • User-adjustable AccuTrigger 
  • Integral swivel studs 
  • 3-9x40 scope included 
     

Detailed Features 

 
The AccuTrigger is the rifle's most practical upgrade over standard entry-level bolt guns, pull weight adjusts to your preference, which translates directly to better groups for most shooters. The 22-inch barrel gives 6.5 Creedmoor room to develop velocity while keeping overall length manageable at 42.5 inches. Hardwood stock is heavier than synthetic but absorbs recoil well and holds zero under temperature swings better than cheaper composites. 
 
Left-hand bolt throw and safety are properly mirrored, not just a cosmetic change. The ejection port, bolt handle, and top-tang safety all operate naturally for a left-handed shooter. 
 
The included 3-9x40 scope covers typical hunting distances out of the box. It's a functional starting point; experienced shooters often swap it for higher-quality glass eventually, but for deer-distance work it's adequate. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
The 6.5 Creedmoor chambering and 1-in-8 twist make this a natural fit for deer and elk hunting at moderate ranges. The caliber is well-matched to 140 gr bullets that stabilize in that twist rate. At the range, the adjustable trigger and detachable 4+1 magazine keep sessions comfortable. Left-handed shooters in particular will find fewer compromises here than with converted right-hand actions.

Owner feedback on the Axis 2 XP Left-Hand in 6.5 Creedmoor clusters around a few consistent points.

Accuracy gets the most attention. Shooters across experience levels report tight groups at hunting distances right from the box, and most attribute that to the AccuTrigger. Once adjusted to a comfortable pull weight, consistency improves noticeably. The 6.5 Creedmoor chambering contributes too; it's a forgiving cartridge that shoots flat.

Left-handed shooters specifically appreciate that this is a true left-hand action rather than an ambidextrous compromise. Options for southpaws are sparse enough in this price range that the Axis 2 XP fills a real gap.

The scope package draws practical praise from newer buyers who want a ready-to-shoot setup without a separate optics purchase. More experienced reviewers typically replace it with better glass at some point, but few complain it's unusable.

The most common criticisms: at 7.8 lbs. the rifle runs heavier than some competing models, which matters on longer pack-in hunts. The hardwood stock looks traditional but some reviewers note it doesn't feel as refined as the stock on pricier rifles. Recoil with heavier 6.5 loads is noticeable, not punishing, but present for new shooters. Aftermarket options are also narrower than on platforms like Remington 700.