Anschutz 1710 review
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Probably should post this in the rim fire forum, but it has a superb reputation.
The Anschutz Model 1710 is a bolt-action hunting rifle chambered in .22 LR. The best competitive shooters in national, international and Olympic shooting events commonly use Anschutz rifles.
The 1710’s bolt uses dual locking lugs that secure the bolt in place so the firing pin strikes the cartridge on mark and discharges the round as straight as possible. It also provides a shorter bolt lift. The interior of the bolt is designed with a cam cocking firing pin system that doesn’t allow the firing pin to punch forward until the bolt is completely closed. This ensures the rifle always functions properly. It has a claw extractor and an additional cartridge holder and ejector, which helps fire rounds consistently and eject cases effortlessly. Its two-stage match trigger, which gives extra tension in the pull, corresponds with Anschutz’s competitive-grade trigger design.
Anschutz recommends Model 1710 for leisure, sport and competitive shooting, and to hunt varmint or small game.
The Anschutz Model 1710 is a bolt-action hunting rifle chambered in .22 LR. The best competitive shooters in national, international and Olympic shooting events commonly use Anschutz rifles.
The 1710’s bolt uses dual locking lugs that secure the bolt in place so the firing pin strikes the cartridge on mark and discharges the round as straight as possible. It also provides a shorter bolt lift. The interior of the bolt is designed with a cam cocking firing pin system that doesn’t allow the firing pin to punch forward until the bolt is completely closed. This ensures the rifle always functions properly. It has a claw extractor and an additional cartridge holder and ejector, which helps fire rounds consistently and eject cases effortlessly. Its two-stage match trigger, which gives extra tension in the pull, corresponds with Anschutz’s competitive-grade trigger design.
Anschutz recommends Model 1710 for leisure, sport and competitive shooting, and to hunt varmint or small game.
Had one a couple of years ago and sold it...it was a good shooter with match bullets, but did not shoot high velocity hollow points significantly better than my CZ 452. Also, I could not bring myself to subject that beautiful piece of wood to field conditions. If I had a do over, I would keep it for target shooting.
I've got a 1712 that I'll never part with -- and very specifically had sought out a 1712 over 1710, having wanted it for silhouette shooting. For what it's worth, the 2-stage trigger is to die for!
As others have already pointed out, the wood can cause you a bit of anxiety when taking the rifle afield -- all the more so when it's a Meister Grade stock. BTW -- for the $200 or so in additional cost, Meister Grade a great deal if you like figured wood. But you do want to look them over before buying. Sometimes, you'll find an extra nice standard model is as eye-catching as some of the lesser MG's. But on average, the MG's are definitely prettier.
Oh, and as far as accuracy goes, with match ammo you'll be shooting half-inch groups at 50 meters in all likelihood. High velocity stuff, as with other rifles, can involve a bit of experimentation until you find what it likes -- but even in this regard my particular Annie does well, shooting a wee bit better than my Win 52 and Kimber sporters.
As others have already pointed out, the wood can cause you a bit of anxiety when taking the rifle afield -- all the more so when it's a Meister Grade stock. BTW -- for the $200 or so in additional cost, Meister Grade a great deal if you like figured wood. But you do want to look them over before buying. Sometimes, you'll find an extra nice standard model is as eye-catching as some of the lesser MG's. But on average, the MG's are definitely prettier.
Oh, and as far as accuracy goes, with match ammo you'll be shooting half-inch groups at 50 meters in all likelihood. High velocity stuff, as with other rifles, can involve a bit of experimentation until you find what it likes -- but even in this regard my particular Annie does well, shooting a wee bit better than my Win 52 and Kimber sporters.
