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Anyone tried one of these rifles guessing it is there version of something like the Ruger American and the Marlin x7.

Probably correct about it and the RAR and Marlin. Sure is better looking than their older 4X4 models. Homesteader

From what I've seen in the gun rags, they look nicer than the cheap rifles from Remington and Winchester. Some even have walnut stocks. One thing that would worry me is Mossberg's history of coming out with new models of bolt actions, and discontinuing the old ones. What happens when you need parts, especially magazines?

My idea of a "cheap" rifle is a good deal on a regular, established model like the Howas that Whittakers sells, or a good used rifle. I don't buy "disposable" guns, which us not to say that someone else shouldn't if it suits their fancy.

I'm a fan of the RAR and the Marlin X guns, but would be unlikely to buy a Mossberg, unless it was bought to scratch a 375 Ruger itch.

Since I am by nature a tinkerer, the Marlin X guns worked well for me because they shared, mostly, the barrel specs of the Savage 110 series, making them a great platform for swapping barrels. Also, they were frequently available for around $250, making them both easy and cheap, always a good thing for an unskilled tinkerer.

I like the RAR-Predator, but think that the stocks are its weak link with few after-market options, none of them particularly inexpensive.

had the 4x4.
It wasn't a bad gun. Entry level for sure but a good shooter. Sold it, won't be buying another mossberg any time soon.
Better guns out there for that money.

Dre - besides the "off look" of the 4X4 (my own opinion i.e. form and function) the newer Patriot just looks better. Other posters have not liked Mossberg's use of MIM (injected molded metal parts). Since you did have one - did you have problems with MIM parts breaking/failing etc.? Homesteader

No problems with the plastic skeleton stock. It was light rie. To tell you the truth it felt little like the tikka, but more sloppy. Accuracy wise, pretty dang close.