I first found your videos, when looking for a review of this rifle... I have since been and watched alot of your other reviews. You are the best firearms review channel on TH-cam, very professional, very informative, and very honest. As you was impressed with this rifle for the price, I'd love to see you do a review on the savage axis series of rifles, especially in .223 and .243. For those of us, more budged conscious enthusiasts. Keep up the great work.
Thanks Ozzie. Just got the same gun (but not in SS) four days ago. Took it to the outdoor state range and gave it some exercise. Using Lapua Center-X, at 50 yards it is not uncommon to get .25" groups for five rounds. It also likes SK of various types. I'm sure I'll get similar results to you with hunting and plinking ammo. I also had a little trouble with bolt re-insertion until I figured out what it wants to do. The oily Lapua and SK ammo is a bear to try to load into the mag! Otherwise, with non-oily ammo, still a little more difficult than a 10/22 mag, but not a deal-breaker. I paid US $290 + tax. This level of accuracy for that price is what is so impressive about Savage! I also have a heavy-barrel 10/22 that is this accurate, but a lot more $$ into it to get it there! It's loaded with Kidd parts.
i recently bought the savage b22 in 22lr F blued synth in leftie, and same accuracy with me, sub one inch at 50 yards, bout an inch at 100 when there is no wind, was hitting rabbits dead on at 100/125yrds absolutely love this rifle, only thing i dislike, is the chamber where the round sits, i've had no feeding issues, just ruddy hard to get the cleaning rod in without a bore guide.
@@ozziereviews I shoot my Savage B22fvsr with a limbsaver harmonic balancer and DeadAir Mask suppressor and it is very accurate. It's a squirrel killing machine!
I was more than disappointed ( at first ) with my B22 Savage rifle. I have the `plain`matte black ( blued?) version,with a Tasco World Class True Mil-Dot 3-9x40 scope. First of all, I'd like to have a chat with the folks who designed that twirling head bolt. What the heck's with that ? I tried and tried to get the bolt back into the receiver when I got it first, and what a chore that was; until I realized that the head of it MUST be aligned with the bolt body according to the mark. Then just try and load that magazine! As you discovered too there's another job to press those cartridges into that thing. Looks as if they ( Savage) tried to imitate Ruger's American Rimfire Rifle, but made a miserable job of doing so. Like your review discovered, it is a nice shooter, once you overcome these annoyances. My rifle, shoots like your's did, straight and true. Thanks for confirming that it's 'the rifle' and not just me, with this model Savage. However, would I recommend buying one of these,...yes I would, and I would suggest that folks watch your video review first, so they'll know what to expect. Cheers.
I tried the bushnell first, picked it up at Walmart for the very purpose of being able to return it. I did. Then went with a Vortex. Got a 40 dollar rebate at midway online and let me tell you it is a huge upgrade glass wise on the vortex.
very nice review, good testing with all the ammo. I just ordered one in 22 mag like you have there. hoping to take down some hogs down here in Texas with it.
I put the bolts in the safe when not in use. The B22 is really finicky about the trigger (pull fully before inserting bolt), and about the alignment. I may have to go to cable-lock and key.
Truly a benchmark rifle for the price class, and Savage is really impressive with its quality control; I don't know anyone here in the U.S. who owns a Mark II that isn't a top notch shooter; the The Mark II FVSR can hold its own with Anschutz and Kidd 10/22 rebuilds, dry your eyes if you spent big bucks on one of those, but check out Long Range Shooters of Utah if you doubt me. The B series seem to be making their mark as well, but you really need a high power scope, at least 20x to do justice to the rifles at testing.
My Savage MKII F is super accurate. I agree with he Floating Bolt and untill I watched your video I had trouble inserting it every time. But now I know of the line to align it should be quicker, Thanks I also found with the bolt if it keeps unwinding it actually comes off. Both really minor issues unless like you said you need to take the bolt out in low Light in the field. Have you tried Sellier & Ballot ammo? I just did a test with them and found it to be reasonably good out of my Savage. Good review👍
Good review. I like the MkII and 93R17 Savage rimfires and have one of each. While the new synthetic stock is an improvement, I have to wonder why they have to go for lumpy, space age shapes. A classic American sporter style with high straight comb and none of the silly curves etc would IMO look a whole lot classier.
Graet review mate as always. Can u do a reveiw on the styer pro hunter haven't been able to find a good one so maybe you could produce one keep up the good work ozzie
Thank you . Great review as always. Have you ever tried SK ammo . The SK flat nose basic and flat nose match have shot half inch and under at 50m in both my CZ 22 rifles. Cheers .
For a very weird reason, this uses pistol bullets. It is advantageous for Light-Sniper-Rifle units (if they exist). For some reason, this is probably the only sniper in the world that uses Rotary-Mags. Even weirder, they can hold 10 rounds! So this is what I've learned in the video. Wow, a revolver-sniper. The hybrid that my own country made. Proud.
How do you go about getting a fire arm licence in Australia? Are you able to open/conceal carry? I'm looking at getting into hunting for some meat for the freezer. Also located in Sydney.
I have heard a lot of great things about the Marlin XT22 in 22mag, tubular fed bolt action. Would you be willing to have a look at one? Really enjoy watching your videos, honesty that can be relied on!
Considering the Marlins have been discontinued for quite a while and he’s in Australia that might be a big ask for him to find one. It’s a shame that Marlin had to change hands so many times and end up with the sinking ship Remington before going away completely. Glad to see that in the bankruptcy that Ruger bought the rights to Marlin…I’d love to see them come out with rimfire and centerfire rifles that aren’t just the Marlin lever guns…but much like Remington, Ruger probably knows that would compete with their own American line of rifles.
Do you think the stainless version is worth the extra money over the FV? Entirely off topic (about as far as you can get): if you feel the urge to test the Bergara B14 HMR I wouldn't hold that against you...
Such an over saturation with similar bolt action rifles... I hope someone can make an affordable bullpup small caliber bolt action. Something innovative. Air rifles are going awesomely, expensive though.
I love how accurate these more affordable rifles and scopes have gotten with the right ammo. This review has made me consider getting one of these in 17hmr. Would be safe to assume it would perform similarly if not better given the 22lr isn't an inherently accurate round to begin with?
I have same rifle , and I want buy cool gunstock for my toy , but i'm not sure , is this gun with detachable magazine , bull barrel or not ???? I try to find stocks in boyds gunstocks and I found only pro varmint for savage B-series . ## where can i find FVSS ( Stainless steel ) gunstock for my Savage "B22 FVSS" 22lr Rifle ?
Listening to the shots, I really doubt that the Highland is subsonic - it sounded louder and more of a "crack" than the other subsonic rounds - in fact just like the HV rounds. Nice and accurate, but I really think that action is ugly ...
Thanks Ozzie - glad to hear I wasn't wrong, then. Anyway the Sav didn't like it, whether it was hunting or target, so no harm. What I SHOULD have added was - great review. Please keep it up. BTW, did you have to trade in a Lithgow to get this? *lol*
I first found your videos, when looking for a review of this rifle...
I have since been and watched alot of your other reviews.
You are the best firearms review channel on TH-cam, very professional, very informative, and very honest.
As you was impressed with this rifle for the price,
I'd love to see you do a review on the savage axis series of rifles, especially in .223 and .243.
For those of us, more budged conscious enthusiasts.
Keep up the great work.
Excellent review, I’m looking at purchasing the Savage B22 FV and your convinced me to give it a whirl. Thank you
Thanks Ozzie. Just got the same gun (but not in SS) four days ago. Took it to the outdoor state range and gave it some exercise. Using Lapua Center-X, at 50 yards it is not uncommon to get .25" groups for five rounds. It also likes SK of various types. I'm sure I'll get similar results to you with hunting and plinking ammo. I also had a little trouble with bolt re-insertion until I figured out what it wants to do. The oily Lapua and SK ammo is a bear to try to load into the mag! Otherwise, with non-oily ammo, still a little more difficult than a 10/22 mag, but not a deal-breaker. I paid US $290 + tax. This level of accuracy for that price is what is so impressive about Savage! I also have a heavy-barrel 10/22 that is this accurate, but a lot more $$ into it to get it there! It's loaded with Kidd parts.
The stainless steel looks straight up boss, never really liked coated barrels.
Great little rifle.
i recently bought the savage b22 in 22lr F blued synth in leftie, and same accuracy with me, sub one inch at 50 yards, bout an inch at 100 when there is no wind, was hitting rabbits dead on at 100/125yrds absolutely love this rifle, only thing i dislike, is the chamber where the round sits, i've had no feeding issues, just ruddy hard to get the cleaning rod in without a bore guide.
I've got the FVSR model. Its an absolute tack driver. Fantastic value.
Yeah the accuracy did impress me
@@ozziereviews I shoot my Savage B22fvsr with a limbsaver harmonic balancer and DeadAir Mask suppressor and it is very accurate. It's a squirrel killing machine!
always some great music on the intro.
the best reviews on the planet
I wouldn't go that far but the support is appreciated :)
I was more than disappointed ( at first ) with my B22 Savage rifle.
I have the `plain`matte black ( blued?) version,with a Tasco World Class True Mil-Dot 3-9x40 scope.
First of all, I'd like to have a chat with the folks who designed that twirling head bolt. What the heck's with that ?
I tried and tried to get the bolt back into the receiver when I got it first, and what a chore that was; until I realized that the head of it MUST be aligned with the bolt body according to the mark.
Then just try and load that magazine! As you discovered too there's another job to press those cartridges into that thing.
Looks as if they ( Savage) tried to imitate Ruger's American Rimfire Rifle, but made a miserable job of doing so.
Like your review discovered, it is a nice shooter, once you overcome these annoyances.
My rifle, shoots like your's did, straight and true.
Thanks for confirming that it's 'the rifle' and not just me, with this model Savage.
However, would I recommend buying one of these,...yes I would, and I would suggest that folks watch your video review first, so they'll know what to expect.
Cheers.
Reg Sparkes Try reading the owner’s manual mate ha ha👍
I tried the bushnell first, picked it up at Walmart for the very purpose of being able to return it. I did. Then went with a Vortex. Got a 40 dollar rebate at midway online and let me tell you it is a huge upgrade glass wise on the vortex.
Any reviews on the a22r savage coming up. Really keen to see this. And thanks for all the great vids
Great review as always Ozzie. Thanks for sharing mate!
Enjoyed the video mate always enjoy different perspectives on the 22 bolt guns. Keep up the good work.
That stainless looks the business. May get one in .17 HMR.
very nice review, good testing with all the ammo. I just ordered one in 22 mag like you have there. hoping to take down some hogs down here in Texas with it.
I put the bolts in the safe when not in use. The B22 is really finicky about the trigger (pull fully before inserting bolt), and about the alignment. I may have to go to cable-lock and key.
Gonna order this gun off palmetto state armory can’t wait to get it
I looked at one, bought a CZ455 Target. Sub MOA with several "under a dime" 5 shot groups @ 50 yards with Fed Automatch.
Truly a benchmark rifle for the price class, and Savage is really impressive with its quality control; I don't know anyone here in the U.S. who owns a Mark II that isn't a top notch shooter; the The Mark II FVSR can hold its own with Anschutz and Kidd 10/22 rebuilds, dry your eyes if you spent big bucks on one of those, but check out Long Range Shooters of Utah if you doubt me. The B series seem to be making their mark as well, but you really need a high power scope, at least 20x to do justice to the rifles at testing.
Great review as always!
Thanks Mike
Good video.
My Savage MKII F is super accurate.
I agree with he Floating Bolt and untill I watched your video I had trouble inserting it every time. But now I know of the line to align it should be quicker, Thanks
I also found with the bolt if it keeps unwinding it actually comes off. Both really minor issues unless like you said you need to take the bolt out in low Light in the field.
Have you tried Sellier & Ballot ammo?
I just did a test with them and found it to be reasonably good out of my Savage.
Good review👍
No didn't test it with SB ammo...
Good review. I like the MkII and 93R17 Savage rimfires and have one of each. While the new synthetic stock is an improvement, I have to wonder why they have to go for lumpy, space age shapes. A classic American sporter style with high straight comb and none of the silly curves etc would IMO look a whole lot classier.
It feels great up to your shoulder and in your hands
Graet review mate as always. Can u do a reveiw on the styer pro hunter haven't been able to find a good one so maybe you could produce one keep up the good work ozzie
1:46 Is it stainless steel or stainless steel look?
Thank you . Great review as always. Have you ever tried SK ammo . The SK flat nose basic and flat nose match have shot half inch and under at 50m in both my CZ 22 rifles. Cheers .
For a very weird reason, this uses pistol bullets.
It is advantageous for Light-Sniper-Rifle units (if they exist).
For some reason, this is probably the only sniper in the world that uses Rotary-Mags. Even weirder, they can hold 10 rounds!
So this is what I've learned in the video.
Wow, a revolver-sniper. The hybrid that my own country made. Proud.
Fpund out it's not from my country, however there is a company that makes it locally.
@@miscmisc7595 22lr isn’t a pistol round, it means 22 long “rifle”. And it isn’t a sniper rifle either..
How do you go about getting a fire arm licence in Australia? Are you able to open/conceal carry? I'm looking at getting into hunting for some meat for the freezer. Also located in Sydney.
I have heard a lot of great things about the Marlin XT22 in 22mag, tubular fed bolt action. Would you be willing to have a look at one? Really enjoy watching your videos, honesty that can be relied on!
i own one theyre pretty accurate
Considering the Marlins have been discontinued for quite a while and he’s in Australia that might be a big ask for him to find one. It’s a shame that Marlin had to change hands so many times and end up with the sinking ship Remington before going away completely. Glad to see that in the bankruptcy that Ruger bought the rights to Marlin…I’d love to see them come out with rimfire and centerfire rifles that aren’t just the Marlin lever guns…but much like Remington, Ruger probably knows that would compete with their own American line of rifles.
Do you think the stainless version is worth the extra money over the FV?
Entirely off topic (about as far as you can get): if you feel the urge to test the Bergara B14 HMR I wouldn't hold that against you...
Which is more accurate between Savage B22 FVSS .22LR and Lithgow .22LR?
Such an over saturation with similar bolt action rifles... I hope someone can make an affordable bullpup small caliber bolt action. Something innovative. Air rifles are going awesomely, expensive though.
There's an over saturation of them because they work and are reliable.
Cheers Ozzie 👍
So, the B22 has not improved on the accuracy of the Mk2...?
Would you please tell what ring height you are using?
Verygood
Hi Ozzie, which one is accurate between Savage B22 FVSS or CZ455 varmint in .22LR rifle?
Great review Ozzie. That floating bolt appear to be samilar what ruger 7722 have been doing for ever?
And Anschutz I think?
Which has at times been blamed for inaccuracy if it floats too much. Shimming the bolt head is a common 77/22 mod.
Yes but the Ruger 77 lines up and stays in place whereas this will turn off alignment slightly and you can't get the bolt inserted...
I love how accurate these more affordable rifles and scopes have gotten with the right ammo. This review has made me consider getting one of these in 17hmr. Would be safe to assume it would perform similarly if not better given the 22lr isn't an inherently accurate round to begin with?
It is safe to assume that.
Did you have any problems with the mag Ozzie I have the same rifle and the mag jams up a lot. And I found mine liked any cci ammo even stingers
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How about the accuracy, it can make 0.5 inch group or less at 50 yards?
Did u try the CCI COPPER?
Is this the magnum ?
Nah its the LR
I cant find this rifle in the UK not on edgar brothers site or savage UK any help ls ?
This gun or Rugur American?
I love savages rotary mags, makes the 1022 mag feel cheaply made and awkward in my opinion.
श्रीमान मुझे 22 बोर एवं 12 बोर बंदूक खरीदना है मुझे कम लाइट वेट की बंदूक चाहिए मुझे बता सबसे लाइट वेट कौन सी बंदूक है आपकी अति कृपा होगी धन्यवाद
I have same rifle , and I want buy cool gunstock for my toy , but i'm not sure , is this gun with detachable magazine , bull barrel or not ????
I try to find stocks in boyds gunstocks and I found only pro varmint for savage B-series .
## where can i find FVSS ( Stainless steel ) gunstock for my Savage "B22 FVSS" 22lr Rifle ?
Listening to the shots, I really doubt that the Highland is subsonic - it sounded louder and more of a "crack" than the other subsonic rounds - in fact just like the HV rounds.
Nice and accurate, but I really think that action is ugly ...
It's lighter and they advertise it as target but it is moving faster than sub-sonic rounds...
Thanks Ozzie - glad to hear I wasn't wrong, then. Anyway the Sav didn't like it, whether it was hunting or target, so no harm.
What I SHOULD have added was - great review. Please keep it up. BTW, did you have to trade in a Lithgow to get this? *lol*
The bolt isn't any different than any other firearm ? You have problems with your own firearms putting the bolt in ? 😀👍