Many enthusiasts still hold to the belief that bolt actions are superior to modern — semi-auto — sporting rifles, but fast reloads and high-capacity magazines are a strong draw. Mossberg has taken the best of both and created the MVP Varmint, an ultra-accurate bolt action with a magazine feed. I don’t think anyone is surprised that it’s chambered for the .223. The MVP was actually introduced last year, but based on its success Mossberg is already expanding the line. The MVP Varmint boasts an 18-inch heavy barrel that offers several advantages from the bench and when the song dog action heats up. The MVP comes standard with a laminated stock and trigger that is user-adjustable. MSRP $649.
