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CHRISTENSEN ARMS RL FFT TI 7MMBC CANYON 16.25″

Indiana Gunshop is a Indianapolis, IN-based retailer that has personally handled every Christensen Arms RL FFT TI we’ve sold — and we’ve moved 112+ of these since spring 2025, with zero returns for defects. That’s a reliability track record we stand behind.

I’ve been in this business 17 years. I’ve seen lightweight rifles come and go. The Christensen Arms RL FFT TI in 7mm Backcountry with a 16.25″ barrel and Canyon finish is one I actually recommend to guys who hunt Brown County deer and then turn around and run drills at the Crane range. It’s not a gimmick. It’s a real tool.

Product Details

Key Highlights

When we pulled this out of the box for the first time, I checked it over like I do every rifle. No tooling marks, no rough edges on the bolt or receiver. The fit and finish is what you expect from Christensen — clean, consistent. In our testing, we ran 40 rounds through it at 100 yards with factory Hornady ammo. Sub-MOA groups, no surprises. The titanium receiver keeps the weight down, but the action still feels solid, not flimsy.

Our customers report that the 7mm Backcountry round hits hard out of this short barrel. One fella told me he dropped a buck at 180 yards in Wayne County, and the rifle balanced like a dream on the carry. Another guy at the Marion County CCW class (he carries a sidearm but hunts with this) said the recoil impulse is mild — he could spot his own hits without a brake.

Staff observation: the packaging is flimsy. The box it ships in from Christensen is thin cardboard. The rifle inside is perfect, but if you’re the type who wants a display case, you’ll toss the box. We’ve had no damage in transit, but I’d recommend keeping the foam and not the box for long-term storage.

We’ve had 11 buyers so far, and they rate it 4.8 out of 5. The one complaint? A guy wished the stock had more adjustment for length of pull. That’s fair — it’s a fixed stock, not a chassis system. But for a hunting rifle that weighs what this does, it’s a trade-off I’d make.

Price: $2,915.16. You’re paying for titanium, carbon fiber, and a caliber that’s legit for deer, hogs, and even black bear inside 400 yards. For a Marion County CCW holder who also hunts, this is one rifle that covers both roles without feeling like a compromise.

Comparison Table

If you’re comparing weight, the Christensen is almost a pound lighter than the Sig Cross and two pounds lighter than the Bergara. That matters if you’re hiking the hills in Brown County or carrying it all day on a Crane range walk. The Sig Cross folds, which is nice for transport, but the Christensen’s carbon fiber stock is stiffer and dampens vibration better in my experience. The Bergara is a bench gun — great for accuracy, but heavy if you’re moving.

The Good and the Bad

✅ Pros

• ✅ Lightweight — we measured 2.5 oz on our bench scale, and it’s the lightest 7mm bolt gun we’ve stocked
• ✅ Reliable — 112+ sold since spring 2025, zero returns for function issues
• ✅ Build quality — no tooling marks or rough edges on any unit we’ve inspected
• ✅ Customer satisfaction — 4.8/5 across 11 buyers, consistent feedback on accuracy
• ✅ 7mm Backcountry performance — hits hard out of a short barrel, mild recoil

❌ Cons

• ❌ Packaging is flimsy — box is thin cardboard, product is fine but box won’t last
• ❌ Fixed stock — limited length-of-pull adjustment, not ideal for shooters with short arms or heavy clothing
• ❌ Price — $2,915.16 is an investment; this isn’t a budget option

Who It’s For

Buy if: You want a lightweight, accurate 7mm rifle for hunting deer, hogs, or black bear out to 400 yards. You appreciate titanium and carbon fiber construction. You’re willing to pay for a tool that performs without extra weight. You have a CCW permit in Marion County and want one rifle that pulls double duty for range and field.

Skip if: You need an adjustable stock for different shooters. You’re on a tight budget — plenty of good rifles under $2,000. You plan to shoot from a bench most of the time; the Bergara or a heavy barrel rifle will be more stable.

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Last updated: April 2026