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.
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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.
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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I ordered mine yesterday.
I would totally take credit for coming up with the the idea of a 12FV in 6.5 Creedmoor almost a year ago:
But RatMag beat me to it by almost a year!
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.
This will be an amazing long range rig. Almost enough to make me buy one. What a steal!
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Yes, 26" heavy Varmint contour
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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.
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.
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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Does anyone know what the twist rate of the 6.5 CM is??
Chart at bottom of link says 1 in 8.
http://www.cabelas.com/product/shoot...le/1994604.uts
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.
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...
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.
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....
All new (last decade or so?) short actions are centerfeed.
Top bolt release and a keyed nut? Why can't they make up their mind?
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I like the 12 BVSS in .223, but its pricey. I'm debating weather to get it, or the $420 fv12 from Cabela's and put it in a Boyds stock. This would save about $300. Other than the finish, are the barrels and actions made for big box retailers just as good and accurate as Savages high end models? Thanks.
As you stated the finish is just a matte black and does not seem all that tough. But other than that it's the same action, and the barrel is as thick as they come. Although compared to the BVSS it's not fluted or stainless. I guess another limiting feature is the blind magazine so you can't hold that many rounds. You can also buy Cabelas gift cards online and save yourself another ~14%. I really wish they made the FV in .243 or had a .22-250 with a tighter twist rate...
On the plus side, the 12FV is now chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor.
next $420 i can spare will buy me a 12FV in 6.5 creedmore, now that should be a sweet gun.....
I have both of the 223 models you are writing about, and I can tell you that the BVSS is a much higher quality firearm than the inexpensive FV. But both shoot very small groups, the difference between the two is the BVSS, beside being made from Stainless Steel, seems to have benefited from tighter quality control. Parts fit better, action is smoother, the wood stock is far superior for varmint or target shooting and is better balanced than the plastic FV stock.
If you're a handy, craftsman type of guy, you can use the FV as the basis to built a nice shooting and handling weapon however, it'll still be a bit nose heavy compared to the BVSS due to the lack of barrel fluting.
Dollar for dollar, the FV is about half the price of the BVSS, if you look around for a deal. My BVSS cost $750 new from a local dealer and that was only a bit over 2 years ago, during a period of very high prices. But for all things considered, fit, finish, base material, stock and fluting, the BVSS is at least twice the value as the FV, IMOP, especially when you consider barrel upgrades later and changing calibers.
In the final assessment, the BVSS is superior as a varmint and target platform, whereas the FV can be made into a fine hunting/carry firearm although it will be a bit on the heavy side with a laminate stock. It's black finish would makes it ideal for ambush or blind type of hunting.
Ditto on the gift cards. Go to giftcardgranny.com and get 14 to 15 percent off. You can use a digital or printer copy of the gift card to buy firearms at Cabelas.
Also watch Savage's website for rebate programs. The model 12's frequently have $100 rebate programs. I bought two model 12FV's on sale at Cabelas for $349 and then got the $100 rebate on top of the sale price for both.
I got a 12FV, put it in a Boyds Thumbholes stock and never looked back (and the fit is perfect, I did a very small amount of rear relief)
While I wanted a better barrel, I was getting some 3/8 and 1/2 groups out of the Savage barrel. It was not consistent, but I did not do a lot of load development with it either.
Quality wise it stacks up fine with the older 111 I got in 30-06. Nut is still serving good service on another gun.
Put the left over money into some good glass. I have done really well with used Cabella Alaska Guide scopes. One I got in 20x. Something about the cross hairs suits my eyeball.
Great insight. Thanks
i now have three of the 12 fvs. they all shoot 1/2 inch 5 shot groups with handloads, off sand bags or a variety of rests.
the stock is a well known problem, perhaps 'mostly' when using a bipod (which i have not even attempted on these stock rifles). all three i have added about 20 oz of weight in the buttstock. The front screw will retain torque (45 inch/lb) however the rear will creep by deforming the stock web inside (25 in/lb) Now for the other problems i have encountered:
one rifle i inadvertently put in a case with wet foam liner. it got forgotten for a day... a DAY... and there was rust on the bbl which when judiciously removed left bare spots making the bbl looking 'measled'.
one online ordered rifle i rejected at the cabela's gun counter because of rust in the chamber. inspect carefully before doing the 4473!
one rifle (the 22-250) has a burr in the chamber that leaves an impression on the shoulder of the brass. the rifle shoots fine. i guess the plus side is i can track the number of reloads of each piece of brass from counting the impressions.
but, they sure shoot for a $400 rifle. my $o.o2
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Darn. I just bought one. I'm getting a Creedmore this time.
Where did you find this?
I see Cabelas' page for the 12FV seems to indicate that there is a $100 rebate, but none of the current promotions on Savage's site would seem to apply.
The rebate is incorrect...if you look at the link it's actually $150 off the 10 BA models. I talked to Cabela's on-line agents and they are trying to get it fixed. I just bought a 12FV in .22-250 and am wondering if I should cancel it and wait a few days. I can't figure out how this guy knows they are going on sale. They were just marked down to $369 a couple of months ago.
It is correct. The rebate is offered through Cabelas via vistapromotions. I just bought one and the rebate offer worked. Plus 5% off my total order to boot. It shows the 12s fall in the rebate on the sales slip for the rebate they give you to collect it.
And if you go to giftcardgranny.com or raise.com you can buy gift cards at 8 to 12% savings. You can use the e-card for in store purchases, don't have to be a plastic card.
So let's do the math. 12+5=17% X $419 = $71.23, plus the $100 rebate for a total of $171.23 off the $419 price. Total cost is $247.77 plus your local taxes (on the $419). That's a pretty good deal for a notoriously good shooting bolt action gun.
I picked up $300 worth of cards on e-bay at a 20% discount and then another $100 on giftcardgranny at 15% off... I really hope the $100 rebate is true as it would be a spectacular deal.
RP12, do you have a link to the rebate? Was yours an online thing, or is there some pdf file showing it?
Google vistaoutdoor promotions and follow the steps. I took pictures of my rebate receipt and box end cap and filed on line.
This is killing me. I have enough guns, I have enough cartridge types, then this keeps popping up.
Maybe buy one and stuff it into the closest until I retire. Dang.
So I'll be damned...just got back from Cabela's and sure enough, just as RP12 stated, there is $100 rebate form included with the receipt. *But* it says it's for a 12FCV, not a 12FV, so it will be interesting to see if it goes through. You can find it at https://promotions.vistaoutdoor.com/brands/4/10
The rebate is processed all online and you only need upload some pics of the receipt and UPC code, etc. By the time it's all said and done the rifle will hopefully only cost me ~$250....one hell of a deal!
Tomorrow starts the sale on the 12FVs for $319.99, no rebate needed.
Well, I didn't start a rumor. I just bought a 12FV in 6.5CM for $319.99. My final cost after tax, military discount and using 15%off gift cards was $275. That caliber is backorder though. The rebate flag is still on the online listing. I called earlier this week and they said that was an error and they were trying to fix it. I don't know if it will work.
I was killing time on Cabela's website, and they have a pretty crazy deal on the Savage 12 FV rifles right now. They're on sale for $319 and Savage is offering a $100 rebate. I called the rebate company to confirm the model is eligible, and it was.
I just thought I'd share in case anyone is looking for a donor or anything else. I'm contemplating putting a .308 into a Choate for F/TR starter rig.
http://www.cabelas.com/product/SAVAG...LE/1994604.uts
I feel like a crack whore and Cabela's is throwing rocks at me... I need another one like I need a hole in my head....so I wonder what caliber I should get :-)
Ordered a .308 yesterday, salesman said I could refuse it if the rebate was not in effect. Customer service told me to bring in my receipt and I may get an adjustment on monday's purchase. Will report back after I take the receipt in. Chris
So a couple questions for those who may know.
Can backorderable rifles be ordered and paid for in store? Online?
What time line would be realistic to expect the 6.5 Creedmoor to be delivered?
Trying to decide between .308 and 6.5, but sure would like to have the rifle for deer season in November.
Thank you, sdrookie
I paid for mine online and I don't see an option to pay in store...you might want to call them. My 1st rifle in .223 was backordered and took maybe 2 weeks to come in. I personally think you would get the 6.5 in plenty of time.
But for deer season? Do you really want to lug this beast around the woods or are you shooting them off your back porch? It's quite the chunk of steel...
Ha! I put my hands on one at a local gun shop. They are a hefty piece of equipment.
I am entering nursing school in January so need to be reasonable with my finances. My wife and I would like to put together a reasonable long distance setup, and this fits the bill. I have a Boyd's Pro-Varmint with a Karstens cheek rest that will fit this rifle. I won't have to use it forever, probably just this year, but I would like to get started putting it together. The responsible thing to do is sell my current rifle to finance this one.
Thanks for responding. I believe I will purchase tonight. Still unsure of caliber. I have a pile of once fired .308 brass, a suitable press, and could easily reload, which tends me to think .308 is the way to go.
But, how will I look to all the 6.5 cool kids if I'm shooting an old guy caliber? :)