Savage Arms Super Magnum Rimfire Rifle - B.MAG

[Kirk1701]

I'm pleased to see Savage using the rotary mag again.

 

[Kevin M.]

Looks like some new guy stuck the bolt handle on sideways.

 

[MaXload]

Whats up with that bolt knob?

Looks like a handy range finder.

 

[Norlander]

Will it be available in a lefty?

 

[Duffy]

Let me explain the bolt handle knob (or my theory at least).

The gun is not cocked by lifting the bolt handle as is the case with some other Savage guns but is cocked by closing (pushing down with your palm) the bolt.

The shape of the bolt knob allows one to more comfortably and forcefully apply downward pressure on the bolt.



And now you know the rest of the story...

 

[wheels]

Whats so ugly about it?

it's not a remington, therefore 'ugly' is the insult of choice.

 

[pisces-guy]

I think the bolt knob looks nasty too...clean up the action and change the bolt handle so it looks like the .17 HMR rifle and I'm in...
hopefully the rotary mag is tweaked so it looks a bit more finished like the one from Ruger, and is similarly reliable.

 

[BlackBadge]

It is available for Pre-Order from www.lebaron.ca for June 2013 Delivery

http://www.lebaron.ca/pdf_files_fall12/savage_weather.pdf

CODE CALIBER MAG.CAPACITY BARREL WEIGHT (lbs.)
96901 .17 WSM 8 22” –
$ 299.94

 

[Lead Loader]

No delivery till sept 2013, and then you need to find ammo....

 

[Paatz]

Another piece of garbage stock to be replaced by a Boyds and clutter up someones' life.

 

[haha49]

I would want to see someone make a nice belt feed in this caliber... it's a rim fire with center fire performance in the round.... no limits yah...

 

[canthitathing]

I haven't heard much more about the 17WSM or other rifles chambered for it since it was initially announced. The Savage looks ok except as has been noted, the bolt knob makes the whole thing look a bit odd. Once there is ammo stocked and some other mfr's offering rifles I'll think about it. I would only want a cheap one anyway to poke some yotes.

 

[tinbird]

waiting to hear about ammunition availability, but at this point I'm ready to order one and top it with a Vortex!
I like the looks of it, but then I think the A-10 Warthog is the best looking military aircraft and yet (unbelievably) some would disagree, go figure!!!

 

[BananaKlipz]

Anything new on this exciting new cartrige/rifle? I know Lebaron here in Ont. has said a "September" delivery date, but nothing as of yet... would be an good yote' round by the looks of it.

 

[Rotax]

Any updates on this new rifle? I seen Cabela's has them on their website but backordered.

 

[tactical870]

As far as I know Savage is still working on perfecting the gun. My understanding is that they have had issues due to the much higher pressures that this gun develops over standard rimfire rounds.... (I know a few staff members at Savage)

 

[ginnz]

Another piece of garbage stock to be replaced by a Boyds and clutter up someones' life.

Yep, ill buy the savage, then wait for a Thumbhole from Boyd's.... ;-) I have a couple box's ammo, no Gun. WHEN will i de able to actually buy one??

 

[ginnz]

Guys, I was Just at Lebarons site, and their catalog says its avil. Sept. 2013, for 303.00 cdn. Does Anyone know if they are actually IN STOCK as of now, and sending them out?? If so, I will order one next week!

Ginnz

 

[hometownhero]

Mixed reviews of these rifles on rimfire central. Some reports of 4" groups at 100. I think there is still a lot of bugs to work out.

 

[Rotax]

As far as I know Savage is still working on perfecting the gun. My understanding is that they have had issues due to the much higher pressures that this gun develops over standard rimfire rounds.... (I know a few staff members at Savage)

Thanks for the info! I think I will wait until they come with a Bull Barrel too.