r/canadaguns • u/Sawftswerve • Apr 09 '26

Buy recommendations Savage Axis XP- which caliber is ideal?

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Hey folks, I am looking at getting the Savage axis to add to my collection.

They have multiple calibers available ranging from 223 (which was the one I’m leaning towards), .243, .270, and a .308.

I want a caliber that I can shoot often without breaking the bank, but still has punch and versatility.

Do you prefer any of these over the other? Is it worth the extra cost?

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u/BlandRusk06 Apr 09 '26

.223 will likely be the cheapest. I have heard that .308 is on the cheaper side as well. I shoot a .270, and ammo starts at ~$40/box, depending on where you buy from.

If you simply want to shoot at the range, then I would say go with .223. If you want to hunt as well, then go up a bit in size and power, so maybe .308.