You will have to register before you will be permitted to post: click the register link above to proceed. 1 click adj and this thing will hammer tacks. Hornady 30 gr V-Max works great. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Lately the bolt action Savage 22 mag along with Remington nylon 66 and Ruger 10/22 go to the range while GSR, Savage 110BA in .338 and Ruger Ranch in .223 rest to see if the Great Mullah actually destroys our Constitution, industry and economy. ONLY. The glass is absolute garbage. I contacted Savage and they wanted me to send them the gun and I said it was in the clips not the gun. I’m disapointed that the Savage isn’t worth my money, as I’m in the market for a bolt action .22 WMR for the oldest offspring. I’m not advocating for or against this rifle/mag or that this is even an acceptable solution. Almost boring to shoot because it never misses. Get it as soon as Tue, Feb 9. That’s when I turned it over to my wife who thoroughly enjoyed shooting it. “Only accurate rifles are interesting.” – Col. Townsend Whelan. So I solved the auto-ejecto problems providing I use the right ammo. A little oil on the bolt from time-to-time, wipe it down and occasionally repaint the “camo” job. I don’t think my follow up on my 93wmr ejection issue was posted properly, so once again. Hi And it was pretty much a massive failure, though probably due to operator error. The shape alone makes this rifle look like an odd duck but with a total weight of 5.68 pounds you can’t really complain as this would find itself right at home with a younger shooter or even a seasoned adult shooter looking for a lightweight plinker or varmint hunter in some popular rimfire calibers. In fact, I don’t think I’ve ever had an issue other than getting sratched on the wrist when using 10 round mags. If CZ can design a plastic mag that comes apart, surely Savage can do the same with their metal magazine. Did not have any issues with the magazine. I was truly surprised to find this problem with Winchester 22 ammo. And while the 93 doesn’t have Savage’s AccuStock, the synthetic seems plenty solid. Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report. Pictures may not exactly represent this item. Cant wait for the first tree rat to feel this bad boy, I read your October 2013. Ergonomics * * * I don’t know why most States insist on a higher calibers, but I’ve known some folks that were miserable shots, wounding animals and wasting meat. Given that I was risking a jack-in-the-box style cartridge geyser every time I inserted one, I kept my thumb over the top of the mag well. I hear endless times my brand is terrific after I got a new stock, pillar bedded, got new sights polished the chamber, got a new trigger group, etc etc. I went out and bought a couple of 10 round stainless steel mags and never had a problem. All targets were shot from a bench using sandbags @ 100 yards. You must register to use the waitlist feature. However, it turned out to be that when my dealer mounted the scope I purchased with the rifle, the mounting screws that came “with the scope” were slightly to long. RI is one of those states with rifle hunting restrictions (though now I am a Texan by choice and only visit the Peoples’ Republic of RI to visit family). (just kidding!). I got the savage 22 wmr in this model and I don’t have one complaint about the gun! Shoots really well, very accurate but I would never buy another one. WELCOME TO THE SAVAGE BRAND STORE! A few layers of mousepad later, problem solved. MwSt. I am still looking hoping I can find a magazine like the other rifles, which will hold 15 or twenty rounds. Yes Karl, I’m one f those non-combat veterans, and dam PROUD! I’ve not had any problems with the action on my 93 (bought new this past July). by Peter Suciu. Both use the same magazine. Shoots dime sized groups at 100 yards. In many tests the 22mag actually surpassed 9mm, and 45cal. Too bad about the mag issues, I’ve always like savage rifles. My wife and I did manage to get in some shooting, though, and magazine issues aside, the 93 FV shoots very well. I’m 6’3″ 175lbs (providing I’m carrying some ammo) and the 93’s stock is short for me. I loved it. For the time being, I chalked the feed problems up to a new rifle, the action being a little stiff and the owner having a weak wrist (more on that magazine later). Thank you! I’ve since bought 3ea 10rnd. My 93 loves CCI WMR HP. The new CZ 455 model talks about interchangeable barrels for different calibers. Savage would never answer the email I sent them telling them that I had a problem with the feeding/cambering of this weapon. I was able to get the rifle sighted in after only a few rounds down range. In fact, it seems to be taking the market for personal defense according to my NRA magazines. The rifle is fun to shoot and built to last — once you get those mag issues solved. Gun Review: Savage Mark 2 .22 is almost as good as advertised (VIDEO) 09/14/2013 02:28 PM | by Matthew Forte When I buy a .22 rifle, the way it comes out of the box is the way it stays. Kind of surprising, since the bolts on my Marlin 22 and Howa .308 cycle much more smoothly. I chose this gun for the bull barrel and the relative low price compared to the Marlin, it’s nice to see a better trigger and synthetic stock as an option albeit at greater cost. So the hole in the chamber where the bullet slides into position is the same size as the case, however, the .17 bullet is smaller which allows it to lead in more cleanly. I’ve also never bothered to clean it much. Had this rifle for about 3 years, shoots really well, aside from the magazines being totally rubbish, mine spewed out the rounds one night in the middle of no where and I managed to patch it up. Posted June 8, 2020 in Bolt Action, Editorial, Rifles, Rimfire by Luke C. with No CommentsTags: Bolt Action Rimfire, bolt-action, minimalist, rimfire, Savage Arms, The Rimfire Report, The Rimfire Report: The Savage Arms Minimalist Rimfire Rifle. The Savage Minimalist Mark II is a solidly built bolt-action that weighs only 5.5 pounds. . In this ongoing series we discover, review, and discuss anything and everything surrounding the rimfire firearm world. I do wish the 22 WSM had the walnut stock though. Grabbed a used 93 22 mag and it was terribly abused, never cleaned and scope was junk with front sight missing. Tried to sight in all over the place so pulled to clean and found 23LR under action in stock. OUT OF STOCK (24) Savage 96222 93R17GVXP .17 HMR AT W/SCP. As for the usefulness of .22 wmr, I’m fond of the caliber. I can forgive a faulty mag, but for the bolt to be wearing is just appalling. I put 150 rounds through the rifle this time out. I did notice most of the reviews were somewhat dated. The rifles feature a proven button rifled barrel and user-adjustable AccuTrigger for unrivaled accuracy. I give it 5 stars. My FFL dealer told me he has been trying to get his hands on a couple for over three years now. Savage introduces the Minimalist, a distinctly different take on the classic rimfire design. Never has a feed issue or a mag issue either. Its actually a damned handy cartridge if you want one gun to handle most hunting from coyote down. Never had any feeding issues I can remember. If you don’t mind dealing with those pesky mag issues, you’ll really have yourself something. I leave the deer to my old 30.06 and drop them where they stand. Just recently purchased a new Savage model 93 – 22 magnum. Just bought a 93F in Calgary with two 5-round mags, both with the feed issues, but appeared to have fixed it as follows: Caliber: .22WMR I am skeptical about that. AND” I dmed proud of it tnk you! Savage Model 93 22 Magnum Rifle Review.Please Support Sootch00 on Patreon! It’s a pre-accutrigger model, and while the magazine fit doesn’t feel as solid as I’d like, it’s been a real sweet rifle for me. i bought a .17 version of this rifle when it was first released. Plastic stock, no bull barrel and a cheap 3×9 scope. So you bought a rifle without dry firing or running the bolt first? How did you come up with that, genius? Please login or create an account. Now, the .22 magnum bullet is nearly the same diameter as the case therefore the chamber of the gun is nearly the same throughout its full length. I switched back to CCI ammo, and the issue disappeared. My action does not secure well in the stock and makes for loose groups. I done the Apache trigger it will drive tacs at 50 yrds and tight groups at 150. At an MSRP of $359.99, the Minimalist is almost $50 cheaper than the Ruger American. I noticed that when loading the magazine, rounds 1-4 maintained the proper feeding angle in the mag but when the 5th was inserted.. should do just that! Very affordable. The light Savage Minimalist rimfire rifles are perfect for plinking or hunting on the move. Not any more, the rifle is complete rubbish. I am assuming the caliber of your rifle is .22WMR. Top the rifle off with a BSA “Sweet 22” scope, add a detachable box magazine for quick reloads and this rifle appears to be a winning combination. To say I was puzzled is an understatement. Show us how you utilize savage arms to have a chance to be featured on this site! Savage Arms 93 MINIMALIST 17 HMR quantity. SofortKauf Preis: 485,00 EUR inkl. Best vineyard gun I have ever used. Would never recommend it a piece of excrement The new Minimalist from Savage combines a classic laminate design with modern aesthetics in order to achieve a lightweight platform with improved ergonomics. Shoots really well, but after about 500 rounds the bolt started to wear. My problem is a nearly 50% fail to fire. Savage sent me three new clip and I still had the same problem . newer scope, cheapie After reading your review I put the original fiver in and had feed problem with Federal but the Hornaday had no problems. Don’t get me started! Retraction: IGOTD Award to Texas Defensive Shooting Academy, New from Barnes Bullets: TAC-XPD™ Defense Ammunition, Class 3 Machining and My Suppressed Ruger-57 [VIDEO]. I could experiment and improvise. I got my 93 11 years ago and from what I’m reading here it seems I got that one in a million perfect shooter. As always thanks for stopping by to read the rimfire report and we’ll see you next time! we got a chootin range down here one guy holds a pig on a rope and you gosta choot um from 2 feet out my 93 never misses. $35.99 $ 35. I’ve bought a few of those, happens with all products, even Fords, LOL! Show us how you utilize savage arms to have a chance to be featured on this site! It’ll do coyotes and under, between 100-150 yards with less sound and fury than .223, though the latter isn’t really much of a kicker anyway. I don’t like wounding animals. The negatives about the clips didn’t bother me too much. Offered in .22 LR as well as … I’ve killed more deer with a 32-20 single shot (Martini Cadet) than any other rifle I own at ranges out to 100 yards with open sights. I’m still very pleased with its accuracy though. 2 decades of building and collecting precision long guns and it’s still one of my most accurate…completely stock. Just slightly pinch the grooves on mag until you get the fit you prefer. primer when you put the 5th. Retired SF CSM. Not aware my butt. he should have checked the action after mounting the scope. However, it is nearly $100 more than a comparable Marlin but does offer many nice features like a threaded barrel, adjustable trigger, and pre-installed scope mounts. Considering my new trigger and refinishing work to be done I think it’s a fair deal today. Side note: someone needs to tell Savage to make their magazines so they can be disassembled. The Minimalist stock combines a lightweight laminate stock with a unique design which makes it ideal for both youth and adult shooters. I need to put something better on it. So the next chance I got, it was off to the outdoor range with my wife in tow. Oh well! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Townsend_Whelen. I contacted savage and they wanted me to send the gun in , but the problem was the clips , not the gun and I refused to send in the gun and explained it to them I even sent the pictures and drawings . I can see its appeal in a convertible revolver, but as a dedicated firearm? Best of luck. Specifications: Notify me of follow-up comments by email. What I found made my hart skip a beat (maybe three stars). Compared to other bolt action magazine-fed rimfire rifles, the Savage looks as if it’s attempting to come in at just a bit cheaper than its competitors. I sighted it in at 100 yards, and went prairie dog hunting, Never had a problem hitting them at 80 to 110 yards. I have yet to find any Savage Rifles produced from 1967 to date that are not great shooters. With the gun/ammo hysteria, the 93 and a couple of our 22lr are by far most fun and practical for range time. If you want an accurate rifle, reasonably priced but don’t intend using it much you might consider it. That DO concern me some…. Just purchased TODAY a 93 R17,the action is binding right out of box,what a piece of sh…t, I WILL NEVER BUY ANY SAVAGE PRODUCT again,UNDOUBTEDLY THEY MUST NOT HAVE ANY KIND OF Quality Control……. I traded it in on a TC Venture. The stock is said to provide improved ergonomics and just by looking at it, I would say this mostly has to do with the reduced weight cut out off the bottom of the stock, the dropped shoulder pad, and the raised cheek weld. The taxidermist had a hard time finding where the deer had been shot. The Savage 93R17 BTVS chambered in .17 HMR (Hornady Magnum Rimfire), is one sweet little firearm. It’s a 30rnd. The grip area helps the shooter line up their hand with the adjustable AccuTrigger – which is adjustable from 2.5 lbs all the way up to a safe 6lbs. I love the cartridge (though it isn’t nearly as cheap as .22 LR)and I took a lot of Coyote in California with it. Now, Savage is redefining rimfire style with Minimalist—a different stock design for the Mark II, 93 and 93R17 rifles. just one more thing we can blame Obama for rather it’s his doing as so many believe, or not, LOL! ), and/or the bottom of the mag hitting the ground to hard when playing “up-he-sees-me-down” across the Canadian prairie. I purchased a Savage model 93 , 22mag. I however finally found a Winchester round that had also split in it. I am thoroughly disgusted with QC and quality of all. The manufacturers suggested retail is only $415.oo, but try and buy even a used one for that. He fixed those by bending the mags’ feed lips a little. Just put 4 rounds in the clip and load one round in the chamber , pull the clip and put one more round in it and now you have the 5 rounds to your access. There’s another minimal to the Minimalist—price. It’s 21″ long, bringing the rifle’s overall length right up to 39.5″. – “3-in-1” brand oil: push the spring down with a pen or screwdriver and let a few drops dribble down the inside of the mag on all 4 sides, then work it in by pushing up and down on the spring. Period. The first cartridge will not release from clip and be chambered. The rib on the bottom of the bolt had a burr which needed to be filed off. The mag lock is very positive and empties pretty much drop into my hand when the release is pushed, even on a brand new, just-out-of-the-box rifle. ‍ Enough fawning, let's get to it... Modern shooters require modern ergonomics. She really appreciated its size and weight, along with being able to shoot without risking a bruised shoulder. I purchased a model 93 also with the standard barrel and was well pleased with the accuracy of the gun, however I have had magazine problems with the 5th shell primer jumping over the 4th shell primer and jamming the clip where the shell wouldn’t push out by hand and if put in the gun and forced to load into the chamber it could be possible to discharge a round and possible injury or death. the clip is V shaped back where the primers are located and the shells do not stack vertically like a Marlin does and this is the problem from what I have found. Took it to range this past weekend and had feeding issues consistent with others I’m reading here…wanted to share what I found and the simple remedy that worked for me. I don’t even own a weaver mount anymore and I honestly don’t see the benefit unless you’ve already heavily invested in weaver components – even then you can mount most weaver accessories on Picatinny rails anyway. I don’t think any firearm with feed issues like the ones described should get a 4-star overall rating until it’s proven to be isolated to a particular unit. The new Minimalist from Savage combines a classic laminate design with modern aesthetics in order to achieve a lightweight platform with improved ergonomics. Subscribe for FREE now to ensure you never missa single vital update... You have entered an incorrect email address! The Comparable Ruger American Rimfire Rifle. Hi Velo CURRENTLY SHIPPING TO THE US & CANADA. It’s a bolt gun, so you wouldn’t expect problems, and there were no misfires. of it. Dead center, Moved it out to 100 yards and was 1/4″ of center to the left. Thanks. The rifles feature a proven button rifled barrel and user-adjustable AccuTrigger for unrivaled accuracy. So if your intent is to just deter an assault, but not kill the bad guy, a 22mag. MEN; WOMEN; YOUTH; T-SHIRTS; HATS; OUTERWEAR; ACCESSORIES; GEAR ; MAGAZINES; Magazines. In those, it is often your best bet for predators, but still isn’t too destructive for a lot of small game. It’d be a sad thing, for .22 wmr to die off, but I won’t have been the first guy to own an orphan-cartridge rifle. Hardly a drop of blood. The Minimalist series currently includes the Mark II, Model 93 and Model 93R17 bolt action rimfire rifles. Example: just try to buy a Kel Tec PMR 30 model right now. Maybe Savage read them, and made some modifications to save face. So after mounting the scope, cleaning and bore and quick-sighting the rifle, I headed to the local indoor range to see if I was on paper at 25 yards. I will follow up with his findings. 94 cm . OUT OF STOCK (5) Savage 91800 93F .22 MAG AT. To remedy I loaded all 5 then pressed down on the “primer end” of the 5th rnd until (the nose) rebounded to the proper angle.You can also slap the primer side of mag against hand if you prefer. They all feature the same 18″ button rifled sporter contour carbon steel barrels which are capped off with a matte black finish and a 1/2×28 threaded barrel with an end cap. “May you live in interesting times.” – Chinese curse. A little help. and Have the problem with the rounds popping out of the mag. I finally got it to stop realising all 5 rounds when I opened the bolt. Each of these rifles is available in two stock color options – brown and green. Whereas the Hornady stuff is more than got the job done. It preformed flawlessly. Customizable * * Personally, I tend to compare this rifle to its contemporaries like the Ruger American series of rifles which weigh just about the same and also offer a “no-frills” experience. These newer offerings from Savage are set to redefine the rimfire rifle world with their distinctly different stock design. Added a bipod, sling and nikon p223 scope. Caliber 17 HMR (5) 17 HORNET (1) 17 MACH 2 (4) 17 WSM (1) 204 RUGER (4) 22 HORNET (1) 22 LR (6) 22 MAGNUM … “What a piece of s..t”, Oh well? Savage 93 MARK II Minimalist: Kaliber:.22 WMR.17 HMR.22 LR (.22 lfb) Lauflänge: 18" (46 cm) Magazinkapazität: 10 Schuss: Visierung: ohne, aber 2-teilige Montage-Schiene: Anwendung: Sport, Jagd: Gewicht: ca. Beware, don’t buy a Savage!!! Rifles ‍ Savage 93 Minimalist Brown ‍ ‍ The absolute first thing that jumps out at me ‐ that stock. Price point firearm, that misses out on build quality, shame as it groups so well. It has the bull barrel, Savage’s AccuTrigger and a target crown. BTW this mag was the 5 rd. I like the rifle, just need to figure out a fix for the loose fit. It shoots great, feels great , light , and I love it!!! It will be nice when more aftermarket products become available for the Savage 93mag. After about ready to give up and return to target plinking with my Remington 700 which is an expensive gun to shoot ($1 + a shot). Add to cart. I will contact my local dealer, and get his opinion. The synthetic stock isn’t a work of art, but it doesn’t look bad, either. Perfect for headshots on birds never mind rats or yotes. https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2020/06/08/savage-arms-minimalist I suggest you give him a look! Wait till someone is killed and they will surely correct the problem . My compliments and gratitude to the person on the assembly line that put mine together. • Reloader Well I got one of these over the weekend. I’d be interested to know if my lips modification as shown in the photo was the same one others have used? http://www.survivalistboards.com/showthread.php?p=4621956. It fits my wife just fine, though. I have a Mark II 22LR. with the wood stock and when I loaded the clip the 4th. Overall Length: 39.5” Baught my Savage and had the same feed issues but found out that the spot welds on the back of the mags are not reliable (they were actually broke). If they cannot do any better than this then they need to re evaluate the persons job that was responsible for the engineering of the receiver, magazine, and magazine well (Cheap meta in the magazine as well as a very poor fit for it prohibits the cambering of the rounds. OUT OF STOCK (8) Savage 94700 … It’s either a clean miss or a clean kill. Savage 93 Minimalist 22WMR, 18" Sporter Barrel, Green Laminate Finish, Laminate Stock, 2 Piece Weaver Base, 10rd. No accutrigger, same stock, but it is a tack driver with a 4x scope. I set up sandbags, filled the mags and slapped one home. love my 93 won’t go into the swamp without it. I’ve never had any magazine fit or feed problems or failure to fire throughout the several hundred rounds that have been through it, using only CCI and Winchester ammo. Most of the features between the different models of the Minimalist are identical.