The Savage Axis II Left Hand is a left-handed bolt-action rifle chambered in .270 Win with a 22-inch carbon steel barrel, synthetic matte black stock, and the user-adjustable AccuTrigger. Capacity is 4+1 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Axis II Left Hand 
• Caliber: .270 Win 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Weight: 6.30 lbs 
• Overall Length: 42.5 inches 
• Trigger Type: AccuTrigger (user-adjustable) 
• Stock Material: Synthetic (Matte Black finish) 
• Receiver Material & Finish: Carbon Steel, Matte Black 
• Barrel Twist Rate: 1:10 inches 
   

Features 

The AccuTrigger is Savage's user-adjustable system that lets you set pull weight to your preference within a defined range, a meaningful feature at this price point where most rifles ship with non-adjustable triggers. The button-rifled carbon steel barrel uses thread-in headspacing for consistent chamber dimensions. The detachable box magazine allows quick reloads. The synthetic stock keeps weight down and holds up to field conditions better than wood under hard use. Left-hand bolt with left-side ejection, genuinely built for southpaws, not just a mirrored receiver. 
 

Usage 

The Axis II LH fills a gap in the left-handed rifle market. Options for left-handed bolt guns are limited compared to right-handed configurations, and Savage's entry price makes it accessible. In .270 Win it's a practical deer and medium game hunting rifle. The cartridge has flat enough trajectory for shots out to reasonable hunting distances and manageable recoil for most shooters. The AccuTrigger is a genuine competitive advantage versus other budget bolt guns.

Left-handed shooters who choose the Savage Axis II LH tend to appreciate both what the rifle offers and the fact that it exists at all. The left-handed bolt gun market is thin compared to right-handed options.

Accuracy is the most frequently cited positive. Owners report consistent groups, and the AccuTrigger gets specific credit for enabling that without the cost of an aftermarket trigger job. The .270 Win performs well at hunting distances, and the rifle's 6.30-lb weight makes it comfortable to carry in the field.

The synthetic stock draws the most criticism. Some owners find the ergonomics adequate but not comfortable, and the fit for smaller or larger shooters can be off without aftermarket options. Finish durability comes up occasionally. The matte black coating holds up reasonably well but shows wear faster than higher-end coatings on pricier rifles.

Recoil management in .270 Win at 6.30 lbs is noticeable, especially for lighter shooters. Some add an aftermarket recoil pad. The trigger adjustment range is appreciated but some owners wish the lower end of the adjustment went lighter than it does. For the price, most left-handed buyers consider the Axis II LH strong value in a market segment that doesn't offer many alternatives.