Cabela's Savage 12FV THREAD FEST

[Monroe]

I sent the whole end piece of the box.
I'm not even sure the Cabela's sticker was actually covering the Savage sticker...

[kcb38]

Has anyone put one the 12FV in a Boyd's Pro Varmint stock? If so, how did the barrel fit the channel? Their description says it fits bull barrels, straight (no) taper, 1-1.25" diameter. I don't mind removing material but I don't want to add material if the gap is too big.

[foxx]

I am guessing there have only been about 200 Pro Varmint stocks added to 12fv's in the last year or so. :)

THe fit is fine. They are not too big for the barrel, in fact, if you had a true bull barrel, you might have to open the barrel channel a bit. When ordering, get a stock for the "Hog Hunter" model, you will get what you're looking for.

[kcb38]

As far as ordering for the 11 hog hunter, they do have the correct options for ordering for the FV: Model 12, top bolt release, SA,CF, blind mag, etc. Would that not be the way to go when ordering? Or is that just 2 ways to get to the same product?

[kcb38]

Thanks. That's pretty much what I figured but I was having trouble finding pics or comments on how the barrel fit. Boyds description of a bull barrel wasn't a lot of help either. I have a tendency to get bit in the butt if I don't check these things out.

So this works out well for me. I initially intended to put this rifle into an XLR Element chassis but that's just not in the budget right now. I think the Boyds stock will work out for now and who knows? I may just keep it on there. Anything's better than that tupperware thing that came on it.

[kcb38]

First group with Hornady American Gunner after a few sight in shots. They weren't all this good but I foresee a long and beautiful friendship with this rifle.

[kcb38]

I did have one issue on my rifle's maiden voyage. I don't know if you call it a failure to extract or failure to eject. Most of the time as I drew the bolt back, the case would extract but then it would drop before it had a chance to eject. I'm not ripping it but I'm not babying it either. Occasionally it would leave the case in the chamber and I'd have to cycle the bolt again to get it out. I guess I'll pull the bolt out and snap a spent case into and see what the extractor feels like.

Edit: Well that was easy. The extractor has a chunk missing. Are Savage extractors generally gtg or should I take this opportunity to get one from SSS or another aftermarket source?

2nd Edit: So after a little reading it seems 6.5 CM extractors have that angled milled into them? I guess I better keep reading to see what going on with this thing...

[want2ride]

I did have one issue on my rifle's maiden voyage. I don't know if you call it a failure to extract or failure to eject. Most of the time as I drew the bolt back, the case would extract but then it would drop before it had a chance to eject. I'm not ripping it but I'm not babying it either. Occasionally it would leave the case in the chamber and I'd have to cycle the bolt again to get it out. I guess I'll pull the bolt out and snap a spent case into and see what the extractor feels like.

Edit: Well that was easy. The extractor has a chunk missing. Are Savage extractors generally gtg or should I take this opportunity to get one from SSS or another aftermarket source?

2nd Edit: So after a little reading it seems 6.5 CM extractors have that angled milled into them? I guess I better keep reading to see what going on with this thing...

I have this problem with my 22-250 12FV, it happens about every 3rd round.

[OLEJOE]

Mine has the same issue. Seems the extractor drops the case when it clears the chamber. I’ve thought about filing the notch out in the ejector so that it will extend out a little farther and put a little more pressure on the case. Just a theory.

[RustyShackle]

I’ve had one savage rifle that was new have ejection issue. I got the kit from SSS and no more issues. Otherwise I recommend changing out the bearing for an oversized one.

[kcb38]

I got the kit from SSS and no more issues.

This is probably what I'm going to do. For $20 for the kit it's not worth it to me to mess around with trying individual pieces hoping they'll fix it.

[want2ride]

I am not sure what this SSS kit is. Anyone have a link?

[NicfromAlabama]

I am not sure what this SSS kit is. Anyone have a link?

Go to Bolt Parts. (bottom of page) I assume that is it, never used it.

https://www.sharpshootersupply.com/

[kcb38]

Lisa's reply to my email inquiry (in which I included the details of my rifle: model #, etc...).

For an order, I will need:
Name
Address
Phone number
Order desire
Payment information

You can send the information here (email) OR

You can print and mail or scan and email the order form from our website OR

You can send name, address, phone number and a good time for me to call you. We are EST.

[kcb38]

^^^ Yeah, that's it. Don't bother trying to call them though. Their message says they're not accepting phone calls but you can contact them via email at sshooter@wcoil.com

[TXRoadlizard]

Got a shipping notice on my Choate Tactical with CDI Bottom Metal already installed for the 12FV .223. Should be here Monday afternoon. Can't wait to get it put together and see what grouping looks like!

[AHC222]

Is there any sort of trend for those who purchased a 12FV to swap out the stock for something like an accustock? I'm guessing the standard SA 4.4" bolt spacing is all the same on the 12FV, right?

[C.J.W.]

Is there any sort of trend for those who purchased a 12FV to swap out the stock for something like an accustock? I'm guessing the standard SA 4.4" bolt spacing is all the same on the 12FV, right?

Yes the bolt spacing is the same. The stock is definitely the weakest part of this rifle system. I changed mine out when i could afford to.

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[AHC222]

Yes the bolt spacing is the same. The stock is definitely the weakest part of this rifle system. I changed mine out when i could afford to.

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Nice rifle! Is that the 180 Alpha?

I also changed the stock on my 10 FCP-SR to a HS Precision, just because I liked the aesthetics better. Have my old Accustock laying around and wasn't sure if people with 12FVs typically left the factory stocks or jumped into a chassis system.

[simo hayha]

What are you guys paying for these out the door

[TXRoadlizard]

The normal Cabela's price for a 12FV is $419. A couple times per year Cabela's puts them on sale for like $379, and that will typically marry up with a Savage $100 rebate. So pre-tax you can have one at certain times of the year for as little as $279 before tax.

[56Sierra]

The normal Cabela's price for a 12FV is $419. A couple times per year Cabela's puts them on sale for like $379, and that will typically marry up with a Savage $100 rebate. So pre-tax you can have one at certain times of the year for as little as $279 before tax.

Speaking of rebates; Does Savage just offer the rebates willy-nilly or has there been a pattern to them? I missed out on the 12FV last fall at $219 and still grumpy about it. Online my local Cabelas showed them in stock but when I called the store the next morning they didn't have any left. Ended up cancelling the order since they couldn't guarantee the rifle would make it to me in time for the rebate.

[want2ride]

What are you guys paying for these out the door

I paid $370 plus tax for my first one in 22-250. It shoots 1/3 to 1/2 MOA groups. I was so happy with my first one that when it went on sale for $320 I purchased another. There was a $100 Mail in rebate on my second one, so I have about $242 into it after sales tax.

But since the question was out the door, $369.99 +tax for my first and $319.99 + tax for the second.

[ktmracer358]

I paid 219 before taxes so add 6% and you got it. On black Friday and other times during they year they go for 319 on sale then 100 rebate.

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[kcb38]

$204 after sale and rebate, purchased with discounted gift cards, before tax & fees.