Author Topic: Savage Rifles are getting my interest (Read 2835 times)

vernonp · « **on:** July 01, 2005, 04:04:01 PM »

Untill recently I would not consider a savage rifle. I knew they would shoot but I could not get past the ugly. I just bought one of the model 12 stainless varmit rifles with the laminated stock, heavy fluted barrel, oversize bolt knob and accutrigger in 308. This is one hell of an impressive rifle. The new low profile varmit rifle is even better looking than the rifle I bought but it just comes in the small calibers and I do not need one of those.-------Also the new classic line is a great looking rifle. If I needed a good walk around rifle I would strongly consider one of those. Any of you guys starting to notice the new savage line? vernonp

Charlie1947 · « **Reply #1 on:** July 01, 2005, 04:25:41 PM »

Hi Vernon,
Yes, they are sure getting my attn. I just wish they would start appearing on the shelves. I am REALLY interested in the Mod 14/114. I would like to fall in love in person, these long distance relationships are no fun.

DirtyHarry · « **Reply #2 on:** July 01, 2005, 05:54:51 PM »

Savage is not only getting my attention, they are also getting my money.. :grin:
Very fine rifles...

poncaguy · « **Reply #3 on:** July 02, 2005, 03:21:28 AM »

Savage has been getting my money too, but about half of what they should. I've bought two of their Stevens 200 models, 25-06 and 7mm-08 for $262 from my local dealer. Great hunting rifles, Handi's and Stevens are great values! :-)

vernonp · « **Reply #4 on:** July 02, 2005, 03:37:23 AM »

I think Savage is doing a good job of covering the different price spectrums now in their rifles. They always made the best rifles for the money and the most accurate. Now they have a rifle that can appeal to a lot more people, and pretty soon they are supposed to bring back the Fox brand that will be their top of the line. I am really anxious to see that rifle. vernonp

myarmor · « **Reply #5 on:** July 02, 2005, 04:29:38 AM »

Yeah the Model 12 is my long term goal-saving up is so hard to do.
One sweet rifle. In the summer of 2003 Outdoorlife mag did a 2003 Gun Test-the Savage model 12 in 22-250 outshot every gun they tested out of 12 models ranging from CZ, Howa (came in second), Browning,Ruger, etc...
Of course these all were in different calibers, with the only other rifle in 22-250 being Howa,Weatherby, and SG&Y SVT.
But still from what everyone who owns one said they will never get rid of this rifle. And I have yet to see many on used shelves.

ScoutMan · « **Reply #6 on:** July 02, 2005, 07:09:53 AM »

Let them bring back the Savage Scout Rifle (Model 10 FCM) with the accu trigger. and they could really trip my trigger.

Lawdog · « **Reply #7 on:** July 02, 2005, 12:15:27 PM »

Quote from: DirtyHarry

Savage is not only getting my attention, they are also getting my money.. :grin:
Very fine rifles...

Same here. Lawdog

bchannell · « **Reply #8 on:** July 02, 2005, 03:01:42 PM »

Not only do they shoot really well, but you can switch calibers in a manner of a few minutes. I've even made up a couple of two tone short actions that look pretty cool too. Yeah, they've been gettin' a lot of my money too.

Norseman112 · « **Reply #9 on:** July 02, 2005, 03:07:17 PM »

I only have one savage and thats the stevens 200. Its a very accurate .223. I have to say the only reason I bought one is because my friend had one plus he has a few other savages and they all shoot very well at the range. I do have a couple of custom rifles that I really treasure, but I get a laugh when others at the range say hey that stevens shoots pretty darn good. I am now looking at other savages because they sure seem to make a pretty good rifle.

Norse

Coalminer7 · « **Reply #10 on:** July 02, 2005, 04:46:31 PM »

vernop,
What is this Fox line? Not too familar with sSavage products,please advise

Coalminer7 · « **Reply #11 on:** July 02, 2005, 04:48:13 PM »

vernop,
What is this Fox line? Not too familar with Savage products,please advise .

vernonp · « **Reply #12 on:** July 02, 2005, 04:54:47 PM »

Coalminer---------Years ago, I do not know how long back the Fox brand was the companies top of the line firearm. I was on the Savage site a while back and there was a writeup that said they were bringing this line back, and it was going to be a really top quality rifle. I am really eager to see it.-------vernonp

Slamfire · « **Reply #13 on:** July 03, 2005, 02:49:47 AM »

There were two lines of Fox guns, Ansley Fox made side by side doubles, so did the other Fox but they weren't quite as nice, and I forget the first name of the guy who made 'em. Us Elsie guys can't quite keep them lesser guns straight, Winchester, Parker, who cares. :-D

kyhunter308 · « **Reply #14 on:** July 03, 2005, 05:32:42 AM »

i also own savage rifles and they have been the most accurate rifles i have owned,and they were also the cheepest,and i have owned alot of other brands...

azmike · « **Reply #15 on:** July 03, 2005, 01:05:23 PM »

My first rifle ever was a Savage 110CL (detachable magazine). Boughti it new in 1985. I sold it when I was in college, then thought I would upgrade to a "nicer" rifle, and got a Ruger M77mkII. Not an upgrade, as it turns out. I wish I still had that 110. The metal finish wasn't as nice, but everything else about the Savage was superior to this Ruger, ESPECIALLY the trigger. Live and learn.

My next rifle will be a Savage 16FLSS, I just can't decide between a .308 and 7mm-08.

kyhunter308 · « **Reply #16 on:** July 03, 2005, 01:46:44 PM »

i own a savage 16fss and it shots little under 1/2 inch groups and i have only put 42 rounds through it,i love it...i would like to have a 7-08,i think it will do everything a 308. will do and then some...as far as flatness and energy.,the 284. bullet defies gravity better than the 308.and it is one of the 2 most poular varieties of ammo to load for....

Cottonwood · « **Reply #17 on:** July 08, 2005, 10:19:38 AM »

Just aquired a Savage 12FV Varmiter in .223 heavy barrel with sharpshooter trigger, Leupold rings which has a 1 in 9 barrel twist

for the Remington 700 ADL in .223 standard barrel, with the 6x24x44 mm scope that I had on it. Wasn't a bad shooter, just hated the trigger and light barrel.

Now I is a happy camper with the Savage :sniper:

Can't wait to get it scoped up with a nice mil dot retical scope.

Later post add:

I aquired a nice Burris 3x9.5x42mm scope for the Savage :-D

myarmor · « **Reply #18 on:** July 08, 2005, 11:21:03 AM »

Quote from: bchannell

Not only do they shoot really well, but you can switch calibers in a manner of a few minutes. I've even made up a couple of two tone short actions that look pretty cool too. Yeah, they've been gettin' a lot of my money too.

? I'm missing something-switch calibers/barrels?
Could someone please explain. My curiosity is on fire right now.....

coyote trapper1928 · « **Reply #19 on:** July 08, 2005, 11:36:08 AM »

Does Savage make a Left hand bolt action rifle with a walnut stock?

Cottonwood · « **Reply #20 on:** July 08, 2005, 12:26:40 PM »

Yep they do

Left handed Savage[/url]

Norseman112 · « **Reply #21 on:** July 08, 2005, 12:54:53 PM »

myarmor I would like this explained also. How do you switch calibers in a matter of minutes?

thanks

Norse

myarmor · « **Reply #22 on:** July 08, 2005, 03:02:25 PM »

Quote from: Norseman112

myarmor I would like this explained also. How do you switch calibers in a matter of minutes?

thanks

Norse

-with my Handi

I would like to see how you can switch a Savage like this. Wouldn't this take a gunsmith to switch barrels? I know it would be easier to do this with a Savage, seeing how the barrel is inserted different with the lug.
But what about the head space issue? Too many questions......

Bad Irv · « **Reply #23 on:** July 08, 2005, 04:44:09 PM »

myarmor and Norseman112:
All of your questions will be answered better than I could answer them if you go to http://www.savageshooters.com/forum/index.php and do a bit of reading and research. :-)

Best, Irv

myarmor · « **Reply #24 on:** July 09, 2005, 03:10:23 PM »

Wow..very cool. I had no idea about this, and I am sure Savage doesn't want you too either.. I would like a thorough walk through though, and I can't seem to find it in search. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks

Gregory · « **Reply #25 on:** July 09, 2005, 03:16:42 PM »

Savage 11FL

Not too bad

mmsb27 · « **Reply #26 on:** July 12, 2005, 10:24:49 AM »

Anyone have any expirience with the Savage Model 40, in 22 Hornet or 223. Are these made by Lakefield for them? Ive only seen the ads, no guns locally yet...........

Thanks
Mark

Slamfire · « **Reply #27 on:** July 12, 2005, 06:10:13 PM »

Quote from: myarmor

Wow..very cool. I had no idea about this, and I am sure Savage doesn't want you too either.. I would like a thorough walk through though, and I can't seem to find it in search. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks

http://www.savageshooters.com/Articles/BarrelSwap.html

kyhunter308 · « **Reply #28 on:** July 13, 2005, 07:52:53 AM »

i have been a member of savage shooters for about 6 mounths now,and them guys now everthing there is to know about savages,and there are quality control members from savage on the site also.

Mike in Ct · « **Reply #29 on:** July 14, 2005, 07:30:36 PM »

Try a place called Sharp Shooter Supply ..I found he does custom douglas barrels to a lot of standard & hard to find calbers for savage rifles....6mm/22-250 wildcat 6mm br norma ... Br style & ppc...rounds I'm really interested ...Once you convert your first savage bolt gun to another caliber you will be hooked..I did over a bargain SS 116 bolt gun I bought in 270 winchester to 35 Whelen... Fun project short on dollars I got a gun in a calber you just cant seem to find.. all tricked out for under 500 bucks..& I was able to sell my unwanted 270 barrel for 75 bucks..The money is not half of it...custom fitting a barrel to winchester or ruger or remington you have to wait 4 months 6 months 8months.gunsmiths take their time .one guy had my old ADL for 9 months never touched it & I provided him a barrel to fit on that action..Don't get me wrong I like my model 70 Stealth..I like My Bdl rem in 222 old varmint guns both decent shooters..but this new found ability to redo a bolt action in the basement with minimal tools is just fascinating me...the next one I do will be A full blown heavy barrel, custom stock & adjustable trigger...in most likely a 6mm br...I'll be able to do a side by side comparison to the custom barrel job from Hart barrels I'm waiting on..Face it These funny looking [but getting better looking] guns can shoot..Being able to change barrels & set up the headspace yourself with good quality, reasonably priced barrels is just too good to be true...I saw one guy had Pac-Nor barrels make him up a 6mm Br on a Sweet looking custom stock fancy trigger Lt Benchrest heavy Varmint style gun..& that gun could shoot under .3 of an inch all day long..I'm very interested ..you should be also..Look into it..mike in ct