This accuracy of this rifle is frustrating. I can't get a decent 5 shot group out of it. I may get a couple of shots touching @ 100 yards, but then fliers up to 1.5 -2" off the mark. I make it a point to shoot in zero winds or into low winds. I did open of the barrel channel and it's definitely FF back to the receiver. Bases and rings properly torqued. Shooting Hornady and Federal 17 & 20 grain ammo. The only unknown is the Mueller 4-14x40 scope. It's the cheapest scope I own, only bought it because I read some good reviews in the rimfire forum. If these rifles, or ammo, are not capable of consistent 1 MOA, or less, don't know that I will keep it.

What's the story with the 17HMR in general and Savage rifles.