Mossberg Patriot 6.5 Creedmoor Review & Shoot

Published on March 10, 2021
Duration: 17:31

This review of the Mossberg Patriot in 6.5 Creedmoor highlights its performance as an entry-level budget rifle. The presenter notes its accuracy, particularly with the AccuTrigger, and demonstrates its capability at various ranges, including 50, 100, 300, and 400 yards. Despite some shooting challenges due to environmental factors and scope adjustment needs, the rifle proved reliable and capable of hitting targets at over 500 yards.

Quick Summary

The Mossberg Patriot in 6.5 Creedmoor is a highly accurate, budget-friendly entry-level rifle. It features an adjustable AccuTrigger, fluted barrel, and a 5-round detachable magazine. While tested under challenging conditions, it demonstrated reliable performance at ranges up to 400 yards and beyond.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 00:30Mossberg Patriot 6.5 Creedmoor Overview
  3. 00:44Rifle Features (Barrel, AccuTrigger)
  4. 00:57Scope Setup
  5. 01:05Initial Shooting Impressions
  6. 01:19Budget Rifle Comparison
  7. 01:5750 Yard Group Test
  8. 03:4850 Yard Group Analysis
  9. 04:10100 Yard Group Test
  10. 05:55100 Yard Group Analysis
  11. 06:56Transition to Rifle Range
  12. 07:16300 Yard Steel Target
  13. 07:34Ammunition Used
  14. 07:51300 Yard Shooting
  15. 09:33400 Yard Target
  16. 10:05400 Yard Shooting Attempt
  17. 10:40Footage Review (Bounce Hit)
  18. 11:11400 Yard Shot Analysis
  19. 12:55400 Yard Hits
  20. 13:54Consecutive Hits
  21. 15:00Five in a Row
  22. 15:38Scope Adjustment Issues
  23. 16:24Kentucky Windage Success
  24. 16:32500+ Yard Performance
  25. 16:49Concluding Remarks
  26. 17:13Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Mossberg Patriot 6.5 Creedmoor?

The Mossberg Patriot in 6.5 Creedmoor features a fluted barrel, an adjustable AccuTrigger (set to 2.5 lbs by the reviewer), and a 5-round detachable box magazine. It's considered a strong entry-level budget rifle known for its accuracy.

How accurate is the Mossberg Patriot 6.5 Creedmoor?

The reviewer achieved a 2-2.5 inch group at 100 yards under suboptimal conditions, stating the rifle is capable of half that size. It also reliably hit targets at 300 and 400 yards, with the presenter achieving five consecutive hits at 400 yards after compensating for scope adjustments.

What ammunition was used to test the Mossberg Patriot 6.5 Creedmoor?

The ammunition used for testing the Mossberg Patriot 6.5 Creedmoor was Hornady American Whitetail 129 grain soft point rounds. This ammunition was used for all shooting demonstrations in the video.

What are the advantages of the Mossberg Patriot over other budget rifles?

The presenter prefers the Mossberg Patriot over other budget brands like Ruger and Savage primarily due to its superior accuracy and the quality of its AccuTrigger, which is adjustable to a light pull weight.

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