The UPR-10 bolt upper lets AR-15 owners tap into .22 ARC precision using their existing lower – but at $1,099, it's a niche buy.

The Rise Armament Watchman XR in .22 ARC brings a billet receiver and a genuinely usable 3.5 lb factory trigger at $1,399 – no immediate upgrades needed.

APF's DMR 2.0 brings forged receivers and Magpul furniture to .22 ARC at $749–$879 – a solid step up from budget builds without crossing into $1,300+ territory.

The Winchester Model 70 Extreme brings controlled-round feeding to 6.5 Creedmoor – a rare combo at $1,099–1,249, with Cerakote finish and pillar-bedded stock ...

The CVA Cascade delivers sub-MOA accuracy, a threaded 24" barrel, and AICS mag compatibility – all under $700. Here's how it performs in the real world.

The Tikka T3x Varmint in .308 Win delivers a best-in-class 2.5 lb factory trigger and heavy barrel precision for around $1,000 – here's how it performs.

The Tikka T3x CTR in .308 Win brings a class-leading 2.5 lb factory trigger and 10-round mag to a suppressor-ready 20" platform – all for around $1,050.

Tikka's T3x Lite brings its legendary trigger and buttery bolt feel to 7mm PRC at under $1,100 – but that proprietary mag and stout recoil deserve a hard look ...

The Browning X-Bolt Pro in 6.5 PRC packs a 26" carbon fiber barrel into a 6.3 lb rifle – here's whether $1,800 buys enough mountain performance.

The Tikka T3x Lite delivers a best-in-class trigger and silky bolt throw at $875 – but that proprietary magazine system is a real trade-off worth understanding ...