Description

Why the Apex Hunter XP Exists

Most rifles fail new hunters before the first shot is fired.

Poor fit.
Unfamiliar optics.
Unverified zero.

The Savage 110 Apex Hunter XP solves those problems by delivering a complete, usable system—not a box of parts. With its mounted and bore-sighted Vortex Crossfire II scope, adjustable length-of-pull, and predictable 6.5 Creedmoor ballistics, this rifle is designed to be carried into the field with confidence.

This is not a shortcut.
It is a clean starting line.

Left-Handed, Not an Afterthought

The left-hand Apex Hunter XP is purpose-built, not mirrored. Bolt operation, ejection, and ergonomics are designed for left-handed shooters who deserve the same ease of use and consistency as their right-handed counterparts.

That matters most when:

• shooting under time pressure

• adjusting position quickly

• working the bolt without breaking focus

Learning fundamentals should not include compensating for handedness.

The 24″ Barrel & Ethical Distance

With its 24″ barrel and 1:8 twist, the Apex Hunter XP keeps the 6.5 Creedmoor comfortably inside its ethical velocity window. This length provides:

• consistent muzzle velocity

• predictable drop

• reliable bullet expansion at practical hunting distances

The rifle is not intended for extreme range.
It is intended for certainty.

The Optic — Good Enough, On Purpose

The included Vortex Crossfire II 3–9×40 with Dead-Hold BDC reticle is not a competition optic—and that’s exactly the point.

It offers:

• clear glass for legal light conditions

• simple, understandable holds

• durability appropriate for hunting use

• a known baseline before upgrades

For new hunters, simplicity beats sophistication.

AccuTrigger & Fit — Learning Without Friction

Savage’s user-adjustable AccuTrigger provides a clean, predictable break that encourages good trigger discipline. The adjustable length-of-pull allows the rifle to fit a wide range of shooters—critical for consistent mount and recoil control.

This rifle is meant to teach habits, not hide mistakes.

What the Apex Hunter XP Will—and Will Not—Do

The Apex Hunter XP will:

• deliver reliable cold-bore shots

• reduce setup barriers

• encourage ethical shot selection

• provide a stable entry into the Creedmoor system

It will not:

• replace disciplined range time

• perform like a precision chassis rifle

• extend ethical distance beyond skill

That honesty is its strength.

Specifications

• Brand: Savage Arms

• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor

• Action: Bolt Action

• Hand: Left

• Barrel Length: 24″

• Barrel Material: Carbon Steel

• Twist Rate: 1:8

• Magazine: Detachable box magazine

• Magazine Capacity: 4 rounds

• Magazine Included: Yes (Qty: 1)

• Trigger: User-adjustable AccuTrigger

• Stock: Synthetic sporter stock

• Length of Pull: Approx. 13.75″ (adjustable)

• Optics: Vortex Crossfire II 3–9×40

• Reticle: Dead-Hold BDC

• Mounting: Vortex rings on one-piece EGW 0 MOA rail

• Finish: Black Oxide / Matte

• Overall Length: 44.25″

• Weight: Approx. 7.96 lbs

• Model: 110 Apex Hunter XP

• Item #: BV57320

• MFG #: 57320

Referenced In:

• Shooter’s Edge Magazine — Issue No. 1
  Terminal Performance — Ethical Distance
  Field Trials — Cold Bore, Cold Hands
  Shooter’s Edge Departments — Starting with Discipline

Related Chapters & Technical Notes:

• CHAPTER 5 — Ammunition Compatibility & Bullet Behavior

• CHAPTER 9 — Common Failure Points & Diagnostics

• TN-08 — Velocity Window Optimization

• TN-03 — COAL, Jump & Seating Depth Dynamics

• TN-18 — Zero Philosophy for Hunting Rifles

• TN-24 — Drop & Drift Table (100–1,200 yd)