Christensen Arms Mesa
Christensen Arms · Rifle · In Production · 2018
Also known as: Mesa, Christensen Mesa
Overview
The Christensen Arms Mesa is a lightweight bolt-action hunting rifle featuring Christensen's signature carbon fiber-wrapped stainless steel barrel, which reduces weight while maintaining rigidity and heat dissipation. The carbon fiber composite stock further reduces overall weight, bringing the Mesa to under 6.5 pounds in standard configurations. A sub-MOA accuracy guarantee backs the match-grade chamber and free-floating barrel. The Mesa represents Christensen Arms' entry-level offering, bringing their carbon fiber barrel technology to a more accessible price point. Available in standard, Titanium (titanium action), and Long Range configurations.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2948 g (104.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1092 mm (42.99") |
| Barrel Length | 559 mm (22.01") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 15.6 N (3.5 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Effective Range | 700 m (766 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- .308 Winchester · primary — also known as .308 Win, 7.62x51mm
- 6.5 Creedmoor — also known as 6.5mm Creedmoor, 6.5 CM
- .30-06 Springfield — also known as .30-06, 7.62x63mm
- .300 Winchester Magnum — also known as .300 Win Mag, .300 WM
- .270 Winchester — also known as .270 Win
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Two Position Safety
- Features: Free Floated Barrel, Button Rifled Barrel, Hand Lapped Barrel, Match Chambered, Threaded Muzzle, Removable Radial Brake, Sub Moa Guarantee, Triggertech Trigger, Featherlight Contour Barrel
Variants
- Christensen Arms Mesa Titanium — Titanium Action
- Christensen Arms Mesa Long Range — Long Range
Service history
Operators
- Civilian Market
Production
Production years: 2018-present
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
The Mesa was introduced in 2018 as a more affordable alternative to Christensen's flagship Ridgeline. Weight: ~2948g (6.5 lbs) in standard configuration. Barrel: 22" (559mm) carbon fiber-wrapped 416R stainless steel. The Titanium variant uses a titanium action to further reduce weight. The Long Range variant features a longer barrel and target-style stock. Sub-MOA guarantee with factory ammunition.
Background
Christensen Arms pioneered the use of carbon fiber barrel wrapping in production rifles, proving that aerospace materials could dramatically reduce rifle weight without sacrificing accuracy. The Mesa brought this technology from Christensen's $3,000+ flagships to a price point accessible to ordinary hunters, democratizing lightweight carbon-fiber rifle technology.