Gunnison, Utah – (August 31, 2022) Christensen Arms, manufacturer of state-of-the-art precision firearms and custom carbon fiber barrels, is proud to announce the new Mesa Hunting Rifle with Flashed Forged Technology (FFT) is now available in W.L. Gore™ Optifade™ Camo. Camo options include: Optifade Subalpine Camo Stock with Black Nitride Barrel & Action and Optifade Elevated II Camo Stock with Tungsten Barrel and Action.
“The new Mesa FFT with sporter-style stock makes it ideal on those long hikes up the mountain,” said Stephen Graham, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Christensen Arms. “Backcountry and most hunters alike look to shave not only pounds but ounces. The New Mesa FFT is the perfect solution while maintaining the structural integrity and performance you have come to expect from Christensen firearms. Adding these superior Optifade camo patterns to our state-of-the-art hunting rifles definitely gives the hunter an extreme advantage in accuracy and concealment.”
The new Mesa FFT is a great solution for most all hunting conditions – weighing in at 5.5 pounds makes it an ideal rifle on the mountainside or long treks to your hunting location. It utilizes an ultralight contour stainless steel barrel with a Cerakote® finish, “seamless” removable radial muzzle brake, and is backed by the Christensen Arms Sub-MOA Guarantee.
The new Mesa FFT features include: Christensen Arms 416R Stainless Steel Barrel with a Featherlight Contour, Stainless Steel “Seamless” Radial Brake (Removable), 1/2 × 28 Threaded Muzzle for optional suppressor, Precision Machined Receiver, Christensen Arms Precision Machined Receiver and Carbon Fiber FFT Stock. Also available in left-handed configuration. All backed by Christensen’s Sub-MOA accuracy guarantee.
Mesa Subalpine Model Specifications:
Chambering Barrel Length Twist Rate Total Length
6.5 PRC 20” 1/8 40.75”
.300 PRC 22” 1/8 43.75”
.300 WIN MAG 22” 1/10 43.75”
28 Nosler 22” 1/9 43.75”
Mesa Elevated II Model Specifications:
Chambering Barrel Length Twist Rate Total Length
6.5 CRDMR 20” 1/8 40.75”
6.5 PRC 20” 1/8 40.75”
.308 WIN 20’ 1/10 40.75”
Weight starting at 5.5 lbs.
MSRP starting at: $1,699.99
Over the past 25 years, Christensen Arms has consistently been at the forefront of firearm innovation and wildlife conservation efforts. From the introduction of the carbon-fiber wrapped barrel to financial support of leading wildlife conservation groups, Christensen Arms is always finding new ways to improve the shooter’s experience while protecting our beloved hobbies and traditions.