Sauer 100 Cherokee 6.5 Creedmoor 22in Woodland Digi Camo

About this product

The Sauer 100 Cherokee 6.5 Creedmoor is a bolt-action hunting rifle with a 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel and a Woodland Digi Camo synthetic stock. It's engineered for hunters who need a corrosion-resistant, weatherproof tool that performs from a blind or during spot-and-stalk sequences between 75 and 400 yards. The rifle's foundational strengths are its Tundra Green Cerakote finish across all steel components and an adjustable trigger system, making it a purpose-built answer for unpredictable North American hunting environments.

What is the Sauer 100 Cherokee 6.5 Creedmoor used for?

This rifle is designed for mid-range, big-game hunting of deer, pronghorn, and similarly sized game. Its 22-inch barrel and 6.5 Creedmoor chambering provide an optimal balance of velocity and maneuverability for shots typically under 400 yards, while the complete camo and ceramic coating handle rain, snow, and brush without rusting or glare. You get a system that drops a whitetail cleanly without requiring you to baby the finish afterward.

How does the Sauer 100 Cherokee compare to the Stevens 334 Rifle in .308 Win?

The Sauer 100 Cherokee is better at field maintenance and long-term corrosion resistance, while the Stevens 334 is a lower-cost entry point. The Cherokee's Tundra Green Cerakote finish on all steel parts, including the bolt body, provides superior protection to the Stevens 334's basic matte bluing when exposed to persistent moisture. However, the Stevens 334 in .308 Win offers more common factory ammunition selection for basic practice, as seen in the Stevens 334 .308 model.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

The rifle weighs 9.9 pounds, has a 22-inch barrel with a 1:8 twist rate, and an overall length of 42.5 inches. The 22-inch barrel profile yields a muzzle diameter of 0.680 inches, contributing to its rigidity for consistent cold-bore shots. With a length of pull set at 13.75 inches and no adjustable comb, it's a solid fit for shooters of average build wearing standard hunting layers.

Who is this NOT for?

This rifle is not for a shooter building a lightweight mountain rifle or someone whose primary activity is high-volume target shooting. The 9.9-pound weight, before adding an optic and rings, makes it heavier than modern carbon-fiber stock alternatives by over 1.5 pounds. The synthetic stock, while durable, lacks the bedding block or chassis-like stiffness desired for extended prone shooting sessions beyond 20 rounds consecutively.

What's in the box?

You receive the barreled action with the ERGO MAX synthetic stock attached, one 5-round double-stack polymer magazine, and the factory owner's manual. There is no optic, mounting system, sling, or case included—common for rifles in this price segment. The manual explicitly covers trigger adjustment but does not provide torque specifications for scope base screws, which should be set to 15-20 in/lbs.

Is the Sauer 100 Cherokee worth it at $863.99?

At $863.99, this rifle is worth it for a hunter who values the comprehensive Cerakote finish and a genuinely adjustable factory trigger, avoiding aftermarket costs. The cold hammer-forged barrel and three-position safety indicate serious mechanical intent, unlike some offerings that cut corners on the safety system. For a hunter comparing this to a basic, blued model like many in the Stevens 334 line, the Cherokee's finish alone justifies the price delta for multi-season use.