The Winchester XPR Thumbhole Varmint SR is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Win with a 24-inch barrel, 44-inch overall length, and 8 lb weight. Capacity is 3+1 rounds. The gray laminate thumbhole stock pairs with a blued metal finish. The muzzle is threaded for suppressors or other muzzle devices. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: XPR Thumbhole Varmint SR 
• Caliber: .308 Win 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Overall Length: 44 inches 
• Weight: 8 lbs 
• Trigger System: M.O.A. Trigger System 
• Safety Feature: Two-position safety switch 
• Stock Description: Fixed Thumbhole Stock 
• Finish Color/Material: Gray laminate finish with blued metal components 
• Muzzle Type: Threaded 
   

Detailed Features 

The M.O.A. trigger system has a crisp, adjustable pull for consistent shot placement. The thumbhole stock geometry puts the hand in a natural position for supported shooting. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounting, and the threaded muzzle accepts suppressors or muzzle brakes without additional gunsmithing.

The Winchester XPR Thumbhole Varmint in .308 gets solid marks for accuracy and field performance. Long-range precision is the most-cited strength. Users report consistent groupings that make it competitive for varmint work and target shooting. The thumbhole stock comfort and ergonomics draw positive comments, and build quality is generally regarded as dependable for the price.

Weight is the most common complaint. At 8 lbs, it is on the heavy end for a carry rifle, and hunters who cover a lot of ground note it. Trigger feel divides opinion. Some find the factory M.O.A. trigger satisfactory, while others recommend an aftermarket upgrade. Aftermarket parts availability is more limited than for more popular platforms, which matters to shooters who want to customize extensively. Aesthetics also come up occasionally; the gray laminate look is not universally appealing.