The Savage Axis II XP Hardwood is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .22-250 Remington, wearing a classic hardwood stock with a blued 22-inch sporter barrel. The AccuTrigger is user-adjustable from 2 to 6 pounds of pull weight, so you can tune it for varmint work or keep it safer for field carry. The three-position safety locks the bolt or allows cycling with the safety on. The receiver is pre-drilled and tapped for scope mounting, and XP packages typically include a mounted and bore-sighted scope. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Axis II XP Hardwood 
• Caliber: .22-250 Remington 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Capacity: 4 Rounds (Detachable Box Magazine) 
• Weight: 8.1 lbs 
• Finish: Blued 
   

Features 

• AccuTrigger adjustable 2-6 lb pull 
• Three-position safety 
• 22" sporter barrel 
• Hardwood stock 
• Pre-drilled and tapped receiver 
• Detachable 4-round box magazine 
   
  The .22-250 Rem shoots flat with low recoil, which makes it useful for varmint and predator hunting at longer distances. At 8.1 lbs. it's on the heavier side for a carry rifle but sits steady on a rest.

Owners of the Axis II XP in .22-250 Rem are generally positive, with a few consistent points of discussion.

Accuracy gets mentioned frequently. The .22-250 chambering helps, but owners also credit the AccuTrigger. Most find it pulls crisper than the triggers on competing budget-tier bolt guns. The hardwood stock draws appreciation for giving the rifle a more traditional look without adding much cost. For varmint and predator hunting, where the .22-250's flat trajectory matters, users report good field results.

The value argument comes up often. With a scope included in the XP package, buyers see it as a ready-to-shoot option without additional investment, which appeals to newer shooters and budget-conscious buyers alike.

Criticism centers on the trigger and weight. While the AccuTrigger is better than many budget competitors, some shooters still find it not quite where they'd want it for precision work. The 8.1-lb. weight gets noted as heavier than expected for a field rifle. Stock feel and finish quality draw occasional comments about the materials being functional but not impressive by higher-end standards.

Overall a well-regarded value bolt gun for varmint and target use.