"Savage Mark II .22: Rat Rifle" by Nutnfancy

Published on June 23, 2012
Duration: 32:48

The Savage Mark II FV-SR is highly recommended as a 'Rat Jihad' rifle for pest control, excelling in accuracy at 100 yards with subsonic loads like Aguila Super Extra. Its bolt-action reliability, suppressor-ready design, and excellent AccuTrigger make it a superior choice over semi-autos for discreet operations. While magazine reliability can be an issue, the rifle offers outstanding value, especially the FV-SR model.

Quick Summary

The Savage Mark II FV-SR is an excellent bolt-action .22LR rifle for pest control, offering impressive 100-yard accuracy with subsonic loads and suppressor-ready features for quiet operation. Its AccuTrigger provides a light pull, though care must be taken to avoid lateral pressure.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Philosophy of Use
  2. 01:47100 Yard Accuracy Testing
  3. 02:29Pest Control & Suppressor Integration
  4. 04:35Technical Specs & Comparisons
  5. 07:03Model Variations Walkthrough
  6. 11:04Magazine Issues & Firepower
  7. 19:39Ergonomics & AccuTrigger
  8. 26:42Maintenance & Reliability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary use case for the Savage Mark II FV-SR rifle?

The Savage Mark II FV-SR is primarily recommended as a 'Rat Jihad' weapon, meaning it's exceptionally well-suited for high-precision pest control tasks due to its accuracy and suppressor-ready design.

How accurate is the Savage Mark II FV-SR at 100 yards?

During testing, the Savage Mark II FV-SR demonstrated impressive accuracy at 100 yards, especially with loads like the Aguila Super Extra 40-grain solids, producing tight groups comparable to more expensive rimfire rifles.

What are the key features of the Savage Mark II FV-SR?

Key features include its suppressor-ready threaded barrel, synthetic stock, AccuTrigger with a light pull, and excellent bolt-action reliability, making it ideal for discreet pest management.

What are the pros and cons of the Savage Mark II's AccuTrigger?

The AccuTrigger offers a crisp, light 2-lb pull, which is excellent for precision. However, a potential con is that it can disconnect if excessive lateral pressure is applied during the trigger pull.

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