First, the best overall semi-automatic .308 rifle is the Savage MSR 10 Hunter Semiautomatic Tactical Rifle. Yes, it’s an AR-10. But, it’s got the best combination of versatility, performance, and cost of any rifle in this article.

Next up, the best bolt action .308 rifle is the Savage Arms 10 FCP HS Precision Rifle. It leans a little bit toward being a tactical rifle. But it’s versatile enough to be a very capable hunting rifle, too.

The barrel is 24 inches long, and constructed from carbon steel. And, the barrel is mated to a carbon steel receiver, which makes a super rigid platform. The barrel is built with a heavy profile to minimize barrel whip and maximize precision.

On the other end, there’s the Savage AccuTrigger, which is user adjustable. The trigger can be set and whatever weight you need to get clean shots. And, the trigger has almost no creep or overtravel, and the break is exceptionally clean. It’s easy to keep your crosshairs on target all the way through your trigger press.

Some shooters don’t like the safety tab on the trigger. But, it enables you to set the trigger to a very low pull weight without compromising the drop safety of your rifle.

All the metal is set in a polymer stock with a high comb, so you can get a clean cheek weld and perfect sight picture. And, there’s a swivel stud for a bipod.

The heavy barrel makes this rifle a tad hefty. It weighs 9.6 pounds. It’s not much heavier than comparable rifles. But, it’s not a featherweight.