Opinions On Savage Mark II G Bolt Action Rifle w/ AccuTrigger

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Hi all. So, I have decided to pull teh trigger on buying a new rifle. I have it narrowed down the the Savage Mark II G Bolt Action Rifle w/ AccuTrigger. I did not want to spend a lot of money as I will probably not shoot it a whole lot, but wanted a nice new bolt action rifle. I have had semi automatics before and they were nice, I just wanted a multi-shot bolt action with no frills. I have a single shot that I really enjoy. The only thing I am not fond of is the magazine sticking out looking like it does, but I can live with that. Anyways, I would appreciate others opinions on the rifle good or bad if you have owned one, or still do own one. I do not want a synthetic stock, nor do I want a heavy barrel as I would like to keep it with iron sights. But, if I do decide to add a scope, is there anything else I should watch for as well. Thank you in advance.
 
I have a Savage Mark II FVSR with a 2.5-10x scope mounted on it and I love it! I would highly recommend the Mark II rifle if you are looking to purchase a bolt action .22
 
Had the same feeling about the mags. But I got some 5-rounds ones instead of the 10-rounds and it solved the problem. Hesitated between the Mk II and the mod 64 semi-auto but I'm glad I took the Mk II G. Love it on all aspects. Light, so easy to handle and very accurate. Just wish the stock would be of a better wood. Added a Weaver base and a cheap Tasco scope, having no need for a costlier one at short ranges. Couldn't be happier with it now.
 
I have a Savage Mk II in Stainless (FSS) & use it for hunting & plinking. It is as accurate as I can shoot & really like the trigger on it. It came with those Williams firesights, red up front & green on the rear. At 64 these are a big plus for seeing the sights! I also purchased a couple of the 5 shot magazines to make it easier to carry & less chance on catching it the heavier brush when chasing rabbits (slow mostly);). Target shooting or plinking the 10 round magazine gets used. I also purchased a single shot adapter, for shooting short ammo if I wanted to. Didn't really need it but it is nice to have sometimes.
I believe you will be happy with your Savage & will enjoy it for years to come. You made a good choice....:)
 
Thank you all for the time taken to help answer my questions. And with that said, p.Rundle if you see this, may I ask why you mentioned to go with the synthetic stock? I had read that they can be a bit flimsy, but that may very well be so to someone who shoots a lot or knows more than I, or am I missing something. MY reason for the wood stock is that in the past, I had always bought my guns with synthetic stocks cause they looked 'cool' and I thought that under conditions they would hold up better. But many years later, I have liked the wood look. Thanks again.
 
I loved my mrk ii g and regret selling it. Nice and light to carry around and i found it just as accurate as the heavy barrel models with a big scope. The stock is perfect with a scope and decent with irons. Its a cheap enty level gun made right here how can you go wrong. I had a few 5 round mags and they didnt hang down like the ten rounder. I have a 300f now which is simmilar. I never did understand why the put a montecarlo stock on the g and not the heavy barrel model though. You wont be sorry getting the G model.
 
I have a Mk II FVT (heavy barrel, target sights) and I really like it however the synthetic stock is terrible. The wood stock on the 'G' feels much nicer and if you're happy with the lighter barrel that's the best choice. I polished and deburred my bolt and receiver as well because the factory finish wasn't great. I'm hoping to find a takeoff stock from a BRJ to swap onto mine one day. I had a Boyd's thumbhole stock but my wife didn't like the way it fit her so I sold it.
 
I've handled quite a few of these rifles, non of which seem to have a very nice stock. The wood is cheap and not terribly well finished. Try and find an older one of these in the store as they have switched the decent blued finish to a crappy phosphate coating. The accutrigger is lovely however and the 5 round mags work like a charm. The synthetic stock in my opinion feels better but is flimsier towards the muzzle, not suitable for bipod use.
 
I prefer the synthetic stocked MkIIF which has the same action as the G.
I believe the synthetic stock is more scratch and dent proof and possibly more moisture and temperature stable. It is stiff enough but not as stiff a a wood stock.

I do have a wooden stocked MkIGY single shot. This little rifle is a fantastic shooter, just like my F. The beech stock looks cheap but feels right.

So functionally as in accuracy, I don't think stock material matters unless you're talking extremes of temps and humidity. They will both work. Whatever puts a smile on your face.
 
neos said:
Thank you all for the time taken to help answer my questions. And with that said, p.Rundle if you see this, may I ask why you mentioned to go with the synthetic stock? I had read that they can be a bit flimsy, but that may very well be so to someone who shoots a lot or knows more than I, or am I missing something. MY reason for the wood stock is that in the past, I had always bought my guns with synthetic stocks cause they looked 'cool' and I thought that under conditions they would hold up better. But many years later, I have liked the wood look. Thanks again.
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Wood will warp with time unless you seal it against the elements. Synthetic will not. Also, if you scratch synthetic, painting over it is a lot easier, and I think more palatable than if you paint over wood. I also just think that wood scratches and dents easier and I feel bad when I do that haha.

Enjoy the rifle.
 
I had a Mark II BV. It has a heavy barrel and a Boyds laminate stock. The stock is solid and will not warp. It was a good shooter, and I lightened the trigger pull with an Apachee trigger kit. If I were to get another one, that's the one I would buy.
 
I just sold my MKII BTVS. For the use you describe I think the G will suit you just fine. The accutrigger is pretty decent and can be lightened a little further by clipping the adjustment spring. The mag they have pictured is a 10-rounder, you can get a 5-round mag that will sit tighter to the stock. The receiver is drilled and tapped but doesn't include bases for scopes so if you want a scope you'll need to get bases as well.
 
Thank you all again for your feedback and input. I am hoping in two weeks to pick it up, but realistically I may have to wait about a month as I just had a couple of unexpected expenses pop up! I hate things like this. I will most definately let you all know when it comes home with me. As well, I did not plan on scoping it immediately, but it was in the works for the future. Even though, I planned on picking up the Weaver bases when I buy the gun anyways.
 
neos said:
Thank you all again for your feedback and input. I am hoping in two weeks to pick it up, but realistically I may have to wait about a month as I just had a couple of unexpected expenses pop up! I hate things like this. I will most definately let you all know when it comes home with me. As well, I did not plan on scoping it immediately, but it was in the works for the future. Even though, I planned on picking up the Weaver bases when I buy the gun anyways.
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While I am certainly a proponent of irons on every rifle, there is something about a Savage .22 with it's irons and a scope that just looks really pleasing to me, and feels really good in hand. Keep us posted on the rifle, and be sure to post pics when you get it.
 
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