Mossberg Patriot 300 Win Mag Review!

Published on March 16, 2020
Duration: 6:46

This review covers the Mossberg Patriot rifle chambered in 300 Win Mag, highlighting its suitability for big game hunting and long-distance shots on animals like elk and grizzly bears. The rifle features an aftermarket muzzle brake, a fluted barrel, and a smooth bolt action. The reviewer tested handloads at 100 yards, achieving approximately a 1 MOA group, and noted the rifle's manageable recoil, likely due to the muzzle brake and its relatively light weight.

Quick Summary

The Mossberg Patriot in 300 Win Mag is a big game hunting rifle designed for long-distance shots on large animals like elk and grizzly bears. It features a fluted barrel, smooth bolt action, and an aftermarket muzzle brake. In testing with handloads at 100 yards, it achieved approximately a 1 MOA group with manageable recoil.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 00:10Rifle Overview
  3. 01:10Muzzle Brake and Barrel
  4. 02:17Bolt Action Smoothness
  5. 02:42Optic Details (Sightmark Citadel LR-3)
  6. 03:09100 Yard Group Test Setup
  7. 03:37Shooting the Group
  8. 04:32Recoil and Muzzle Brake Effect
  9. 04:54Group Analysis
  10. 05:21Impact on Target Area
  11. 05:36Felt Recoil Discussion
  12. 05:57Conclusion and Final Thoughts
  13. 06:14Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mossberg Patriot 300 Win Mag suitable for?

The Mossberg Patriot in 300 Win Mag is well-suited for big game hunting and longer distance shots. It's designed for taking down powerful animals such as elk or grizzly bears, offering significant stopping power.

What are the key features of the Mossberg Patriot reviewed?

The reviewed Mossberg Patriot features an aftermarket muzzle brake, a fluted barrel for reduced weight, and an incredibly smooth bolt action. It is also equipped with a Sightmark Citadel LR-3 first focal plane optic.

How did the Mossberg Patriot perform in the 100-yard group test?

Using handloads, the Mossberg Patriot achieved approximately a 1 MOA group at 100 yards. The reviewer noted the rifle's smooth action and manageable recoil, likely enhanced by the muzzle brake.

What is the magnification range of the Sightmark Citadel LR-3 optic?

The Sightmark Citadel LR-3 optic is a first focal plane scope with a variable magnification range, specified as 5x to 39x. It uses MOA for reticle and adjustments.

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