The Savage Axis II is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .350 Legend, with a carbon steel barrel and receiver in matte black finish paired with a Sports Inc Exclusive Camo sporter stock. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Axis II 
• Caliber: .350 Legend 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Hand: Right Hand 
• Finish: Black 
• Barrel Material: Carbon Steel 
• Barrel Length: 18 inches 
• Overall Length: 42.5 inches 
• Capacity: 4 rounds 
• Weight: 7.38 lbs (3.35 kg) 
• Receiver Color: Black 
• Receiver Finish: Matte 
• Receiver Material: Carbon Steel 
• Stock Color: Sports Inc Exclusive Camo 
• Stock Finish: Matte 
• Stock Type: Sporter 
   

Detailed Features 

Bolt action on the Axis II cycles smoothly and predictably. .350 Legend produces moderate recoil for the power level, which makes it accessible to a range of shooters. The carbon steel barrel and receiver are durable under field conditions. At 7.38 lbs it carries reasonably well for a full-day hunt, and the 18-inch barrel keeps overall length at 42.5 inches, compact enough for treestand use. The camo stock finish helps in wooded hunting settings. 
 

Target Audience 

The Axis II is well-suited to deer hunters looking for a solid, no-frills bolt gun at an accessible price. It works equally well for new shooters learning the basics and for experienced hunters who want a dedicated .350 Legend rifle without a large investment. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

Primarily a deer-hunting rifle, the .350 Legend cartridge is legal in straight-wall cartridge zones and offers good terminal performance on whitetail-sized game. It also does fine at the range for accuracy work or load development.

Owners of the Savage Axis II in .350 Legend most often bring up price-to-performance as the defining characteristic. At its price point it competes with very few bolt-action rifles that offer a functional, accurate package for deer hunting, and most users feel it delivers on that promise.

Accuracy gets frequent positive mentions. The .350 Legend shoots flat enough for typical whitetail distances, and most users report the Axis II holds consistent groups without needing extensive tuning. The manageable recoil is also noted regularly, particularly by hunters who are smaller-framed or who shoot with younger family members.

Build quality is generally rated as adequate. The carbon steel components are functional and durable, though discussions acknowledge the finish and fit aren't at the level of more expensive rifles. Most hunters using it in the field treat this as acceptable for the price.

The camo stock pattern is well-received visually and practically. The trigger draws mixed feedback. Some find it acceptable out of the box, others prefer to adjust or replace it. Savage's AccuTrigger is adjustable, and most users who take time to set it report improvement.

Customer service experiences with Savage appear occasionally in discussions, with outcomes varying. Overall the Axis II has a straightforward reputation: an honest, affordable bolt-action rifle that does its job in the deer woods.