• Savage's New B22 FV 22LR Bolt-Action Rimfire Rifle

    The new B-Series definitely needs its own dedicated Owner's Manual.Try as I might I really couldn’t find anything to fault with the B22 FV other than the owner’s manual that came with the rifle. The included manual is for the Mark I, Rascal, Mark II, Model 93 and B.Mag models. First and foremost, there are enough differences with the Rascal and B.Mag models that they should each have their own dedicated manuals. Second, the new B-Series is different enough to warrant a dedicated manual for those models. Third, this manual has nothing – nada, zip, zilch in it that pertains to the B-Series models, not even a loose insert or a parts diagram. Clearly Savage dropped the ball here and it’s something they really need to fix.

    Overall I think Savage Arms has done an excellent job with the new B-Series rifles and I would be willing to bet that they will be a huge success for them for many years to come. If you’re in the market for a new bolt-action rimfire and are looking at the offerings from Savage I would highly suggest going with a B-Series model over an older Mark I/II/93 Series model. If you currently have one of the older models the decision to upgrade will really depend on how happy you are with what you currently have and how much value you place on the improvements offered by the B-Series.

    As for this particular B22 FV, it’s staying right here with me.




    Additional Photos:

    Another view of the coned breech of the barrel. B-Series bolt components The new synthetic stock offers good ergonomics
    No recoil pad on the B-Series, just a molded plastic cap that is replaceable. The B22 FV's barrel features a recessed crown A Bushnell Rimfire Optics 3-12x40mm scope was used for the majority of my testing
    The B22 FV's bolt handle is nicely sized and should make it easy to modify if you want a larger knobThe semi-open pistol grip feels a little wierd at first, but it doesn't take long to get used to The forearm offers finger grooves with slight texturing for improved grip


    Contact Information
    Savage Arms
    100 Springdale Road
    Westfield, MA 01085
    (413) 568-7001
    www.SavageArms.com


    Comments 7 Comments
    1. WV1951's Avatar
      WV1951 -
      Thanks for the write up.
    1. WV1951's Avatar
      WV1951 -
      Does this take the same bases for scope mount as the Markll/93R models?
    1. J.Baker's Avatar
      J.Baker -
      That I'm not sure. Two piece bases look like they would bolt right on, but don't have a Mark II/93R rail around to verify the spread between the two sets of screws.
    1. BBOB662's Avatar
      BBOB662 -
      I just bought one of these Canada made rifles used without a magazine. Do you know where I can get a mag? Savage made mags don't fit & when I called Savage Arms they were unable to help me.
    1. skyrep's Avatar
      skyrep -
      If your looking for a Magazine for the MK II - I got mine at Bud's Gun Shop (www.budsgunshop.com). Ten round magazines were $16.84 each
    1. Czy_Horse's Avatar
      Czy_Horse -
      The Savage 22 cal. A22 & B22 use the same magazine. Butler Creek has a 25 round mag.
    1. lhrh13's Avatar
      lhrh13 -
      Just bought this same rifle about 3 months ago. This is the first write up I have found with some good data. I switched to a Boyd stock because the original plastic was kind of flimsy. Have a 6-24x40 Bushnell on it with 1" tall rings. I tested a bunch of ammo shooting 10 shot groups at 50 yards. Best groups were Wolf Match Target .270, SK Std+ .321 and Eley Club .345. CCI SV was a respectable .501. Have not tried more expensive brands. I am going to try 100 yds then 200 (have replaced rails with 20 MOA)