The Winchester XPR Thumbhole Varmint SR is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC with a 24-inch free-floating, button-rifled barrel with recessed target crown. The stock is laminate with a fixed thumbhole design. The steel receiver has a matte-blued finish and is pre-drilled and tapped for optics. The M.O.A. trigger system is adjustable. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: 6.5 PRC 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Overall Length: 44 inches 
• Weight: 8 lbs 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds (detachable magazine) 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Stock Material: Laminate with Fixed Thumbhole Design 
• Trigger System: M.O.A. Trigger System 
• Safety Feature: Two-position thumb safety 
   

Features 

The thumbhole stock gives a more secure hand position than a standard pistol grip, which some shooters find reduces fatigue during longer bench sessions. The free-floating barrel keeps the barrel's contact points to the receiver only, which helps maintain consistency as the barrel heats. The 24-inch tube gets good velocity from the 6.5 PRC cartridge and helps at longer ranges. The M.O.A. trigger is adjustable and breaks cleanly for most users out of the box. 
 

Usage 

The 6.5 PRC in a 24-inch heavy-profile varmint configuration is a practical choice for extended range sessions and varmint hunting where shot count can be high. The 8 lb weight is on the heavier side for a field rifle but suitable for bench work or prone shooting from a rest.

Most owners of the Winchester XPR Thumbhole Varmint in 6.5 PRC are satisfied with accuracy at long range. The 6.5 PRC caliber's flat trajectory gets consistent praise for varmint work, and the thumbhole stock is well-liked for the grip stability it provides during extended sessions.

Build quality draws positive comments. The rifle feels solid and the laminate stock is durable. Value for money is a recurring positive point, with many comparing the XPR favorably to pricier options offering similar accuracy.

Criticism centers on weight. At 8 lbs some hunters find it heavy to carry in the field. The factory trigger occasionally draws comments about pull weight and feel, and a few owners have upgraded it. Aesthetics divide opinions, with some liking the utilitarian look and others wanting more modern styling options.