Mossberg was showing its new value-priced Maverick bolt-action rifles at the 2010 SHOT Show. Â The Maverick rifles will be available in long and short actions, starting with .270 and .30-06, and .243 and .308 respectively.
The Maverick rifles have black synthetic stocks and can be had with the adjustable length of pull system. The rifles come standard with Weaver-type mounts for easy installation of a scope.
The Mavericks will have a standard trigger, not the adjustable “Lightning Bolt Action†system that Mossberg is putting on many of its rifles and shotguns.  While the LBA trigger is definitely a nicer trigger, there is nothing wrong with the standard trigger provided out of the box from Mossberg.
The rifle offers a significant value in the hunting market. Â Many new hunters need a gun that they can learn with, but at a bargain price, which these carry. Â (More on that in a second.) Â The Maverick rifles come in the most common hunting calibers, which means finding ammo should be easy and the rails allow for the easy installation of a scope. Â The adjustable length of pull also allows for a better fit for small-statured shooters.
The new Mossberg Maverick bolt-action hunting rifles will carry a retail price of “about $250” according to the company rep I spoke with at the show. Â I would not be surprised to see these sell for even less at some of the big box stores.
Update – The Mossberg Maverick rifles are now on the market. Â Reports are coming in that they are capable performers. Â I have not shot one, but I have handled on at the local shop. Â My impression was that the rifle was balanced pretty good and the trigger seemed fine. Â The bolt was a little stiff, as compared to some more expensive guns also on the shelf, but that it wasn’t bad. Â I may wind up with one of these in the near future as a secondary hunting rifle.
The best part is that the gun was listed at $199. Â I’ve seen some people find this gun for a mere $179 on sale.
15 replies on “New Mossberg Maverick Bolt Action Rifles”
Recently purchased a Mossberg Maverick in .243; being on short notice I attached the Barska scope off my ATR 100 and even with this scope “the horizontal reticle is uneven†I produced a ¼†group. My ATR 100 is in .270 and I have the same last shell feeding issue, past that I’m very pleased with both guns. The .270 will usually hold a 1â€â€“1 ¼†group.
I recently purchased a Mavrick in 30-06. The trigger had terrible creep problems. I contacted the factory and they told me to send in the trigger assy. Received it back in a few day and it is very nice, smooooth as silk. I am pleased with the gun so far and I bought if from Academy for just over 200. Quite a buy. Can’t wait to get to the range.
I’am Danny from Athens, Ga. Purchased new Moss with adjustable trigger, fluted barrel in 270 cal with Barska 3x9x40 scope. I can cover a 3 shot group with a penny. The action is smooth and I am well pleased. I would purchase another and would recommend the rifle to anyone. Great job Mosberg/Mavrick.
I purchased Mavrick 30-06 the trigger is the pitts where did you find the adjustable trigger?
I have a Mossberg Maverick in 243 caliber and I am very pleased. I sighted it in with Seller & Bellot 100 Grain Soft Point ammo and was surprised with a 3/8″ group at 100 yards. I have not tried any reloads but that will be next. this rifle is something else and I feel this year I will be able to get me that Buck I wanted last year.