Cabela's Savage 12FV THREAD FEST

[NCHuntr]

I just saw that myself.. placed an order for mine today. For the sale price of $369, figured it would be great for the money. Can't wait for it to arrive and test her out.

[NCHuntr]

Got mine today.... was surprised it had a jeweled bolt! Also noticed the action had a slight finish blemish.. odd, but I guess it's no big deal. Can't wait to shoot this thing!

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[RP12]

I ordered mine yesterday.

[DrThunder88]

I would totally take credit for coming up with the the idea of a 12FV in 6.5 Creedmoor almost a year ago:


A fast twist .243 Winchester or a 6.5 Creedmoor would make it an ideal long range starter rifle. Well, it'd still need a cheek rest, but it would still be a better starter unit than the RPR or Stealth.

But RatMag beat me to it by almost a year!


I wish they would build these in .243Win and 6.5Creed!! They wouldn't be able to keep any in the stores!!

DK

This is good news for shooters. I already recommended a 12FV in .308 to a friend who was looking to start shooting long range. A 6.5 Creed version would be even better.

[hereinaz]

This will be an amazing long range rig. Almost enough to make me buy one. What a steal!

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[kanaga]

Got mine today.... was surprised it had a jeweled bolt! Also noticed the action had a slight finish blemish.. odd, but I guess it's no big deal. Can't wait to shoot this thing!



I noticed on Cabela's website that the description states heavy barrel on every caliber except for the 6.5 creedmoor. Does it have the heavy barrel also?

[NCHuntr]

Yes, 26" heavy Varmint contour


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[kanaga]

Awesome! I ordered one yesterday. At that price, I wanted it even if they had skimped out on the barrel. I'm glad to hear that they didn't.

[indianasavage]

Don't worry about the blemish on the plastic stock. You need to throw that stock away and buy something decent like a Bell and Carlson Style 2 or 5.

[Ham Slamma]

https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/5232/Savage+AXIS+XP+6.5%22+CREED+BUSHNELL

[indianasavage]

https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/5232/Savage+AXIS+XP+6.5%22+CREED+BUSHNELL

The barrel, trigger, and action on the 12FV is much, much better than the Axis. The scope included in that Axis package is a throwaway. Skip the Axis and get the 12FV. I have owned both and know of what I speak.

[NCHuntr]

Indianasavage.. Yeah, the stock will get upgraded at some point... but the action is blemished, not the stock. It's odd... not that noticeable but there is clearly a ring around the action that is "rougher"


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[papertiger223]

Does anyone know what the twist rate of the 6.5 CM is??

[mike21]

Chart at bottom of link says 1 in 8.

http://www.cabelas.com/product/shooting/firearms/centerfire-rifles/bolt-action-centerfire-rifles%7C/pc/104792580/c/553829580/sc/105522480/i/105523380/savage-fv-varmint-rifle/1994604.uts

[Aaron L]

Dang. I wish that Cabelas carried the 12FLV (left hand versions), and at a similar price. Great way to get cheap varmint weight barreled actions to put in a good stock or a chassis.

[celltech]

Could not resist and ordered one in .223 this morning. I just enjoy shooting my other small caliber guns more than the larger ones. So I am already thinking about a replacement stock and it seems there have been a few variations over the years. For those who just got one, what style trigger guard are they coming with, flat bottom or kinda U shaped with a tab off to the side? It seems like the Boyd's are made for the flat bottom guard...but what about B&C? I really don't want to order a stock and start having to mill it out...

[ngoforth]

For the price it would be hard to beat. Over time the cost of upgrades could still be cheaper than buying a complete gun and would be what someone wanted when they are done. I had a 12fv in .204 ruger and it was an accurate gun. I used it as a donor when I thought it was shot out and came out money ahead if i would have just bought an action and built off of it.

[Rick53]

I missed out on the 6.5since there was no info if it was a heavy barrel but I'm satisfied with the 308 since I have a load of ammo.but this 12FV sure is front heavy so I'll be looking for a new stock but can't determine if this is staggered or center feed I measured the bolts at the bottom at 4.5 does that sound about right ? And as for my Stevens 200 in 308 I'll keep it....

[BoilerUP]

All new (last decade or so?) short actions are centerfeed.

[FiveInADime]

Top bolt release and a keyed nut? Why can't they make up their mind?

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