I've had an accuracy issue with a Savage 17hmr in bolt action in the past, where it drove tacks but had 1" flyer every 5-6 shots. In my case it was very poorly headspaced, and cleared up after I removed the barrel and set it properly. Not sure if that the case here, but best of luck in getting it figured out!
I agree Richard. The rifle isn't performing as good as it should. Also the ammunition does not seem to be very reliable. 5 or 6 duds in less the a full box of 50.
The ammo is about 10 years old, I bought it when I bought my Bmag, but it's been stored in a cool dry place. The amount I had to adjust it to even get it on paper, is way too much. Thanks for watching!
I knew this was being offered but didn't realize it was released. I have a couple B-mags and really like this cartridges preformance on game. One o my rifles loves 20's and the other 25's BOTH well under 1" 100yard groups. I also have a Savage Auto in WMR that shoots 50g right @ 1". All tbree put the smack down on our large Coyotes called in close. Im gonna look for one of these autos!! ❤❤ Thanks for the Video. I ALWAYS used ta but ADJ OBJ scopes for my RF rifles. Today, I prefer SIDE FOCUS.
Cavedweller59 had major accuracy issues with his A17 in 17 HMR and the only solution was to completely bed the action and the barrel now it shoots under MOA for him.
Finally got the Savage A17 in 17WSM. scoped it with a Vortex and using American eagle ammo. No problems sighting it in. I did have to get couple of new mags as they are different than a B mag for this rifle. had a problem getting the cap to stay in place where U clean the rifle but so far Rifle is a straight shooter.
Can I ask where you sourced the A17 WSM mags? Just got the rifles and noticed that the BMag ones are slightly different? Looking for ordering info for these. Savage didn't have them on their website.
Your response has me itching to hit the range with mine for the first time. I just got the barrel back from getting threaded. I installed a Salmon River Solutions 4” SRS arca rail and have the glass bed job curing right now. What kind of groups did you get with your setup? Also, how much did the extra mags cost? I plan to call Savage again tomorrow to check availability.
@@jaymoore4696 My groups at 50 yards were within a 2c cent piece with five rounds. If I remember I bought 3 more mags and I think with shipping was maybe $107.00 or close to that. I highly recommend Federal American eagle. Have tried them all and American eagle has less misfires and pretty darn accurate. I presently waiting for the Winchester Xpert that is suppose to be out in December in 17 WSM
my b-mag 17wsm savage is a tack driver out past 100 yards .im running a vortex crossfire 2,and run hornady amo.i wish all out of the box rifles where like this .
Vortex 6.5x20 will do wonders also sighting in the rifle 1 inch high at 50 yards will put you right on at 100plus. I been shooting 17 WSM for years. I also found that any other ammo than Winchester works better.
100% Agree about the Winchester Ammo. I believe that’s why Volquartsen stopped making the semi WSM, it wouldn’t meet the 1/4” or 1/2” MOA. Now that these finally came out, Hornady, Browning (Winchester),American Eagle (Federal), & the Winchester stuff. Hopefully CCI will make some too. Might try the lead free stuff in 17gr, or the 20gr & 25gr too. I guess I got lucky my A22 WMR & A17 HMR shoot very well.
Kinda funny since Winchester makes every piece of 17wsm ammunition regardless of what the box may have said in the past. LOL I'd definitely record and report the lot numbers to Winchester Ammunition.
At work, any time someone dropped their level, we would ask if they were calibrating it. I'm not sure that's the way it should be done, though! Lol. Thanks for watching Squib!
WOW.. I have and shoot ALLOT of WMR. I can HONESTLY say I do NOT EVER remember a dud!!!! How is that indent? Im betting your spring is a bit weak. ❤❤ Millet rings if ya can find some.. make rings that have a small Amount of windage that can help with off center bases. The video I just powder other day with 760 35 Rem has this exact issue! I had ta use Millet Rings to get sited!
Where were you able to find this rifle? I have been after one since they announced it, never have seen one. emailed savage several times asking if they even exist and where I could buy one. Also, have you looked into stock issues? My Bmag had several issues. Fliers like everyone else complained of, also the cock on close bolt malfunctions a lot. Had to take the stock off mine and bed it with epoxy. Once i did that, cleaned up all flier issue, shoots very accurately to about 400 (with no wind present). You may tear it off he stock and look into that
I was put on a list almost 2 years ago for this rifle. I didn't have any accuracy with my B-Mag. I haven't tried anything with the stock. My biggest issue is the 72 clicks needed to bring it close to the point of impact, with two different scopes. There is something going on with it, I'll let Savage figure it out. Thanks for watching!
Maybe, but that probably wont explain the 72 clicks to the right, on two different scopes. I think there's a little something else going on. Thanks for watching!
@@SmallCaliberArmsReview I agree with that, my rings are vortex I believe medium height on the bolt action model and they work well hitting targets at 75-120 yards with the 20 grain no problem.
I was wondering when you were adjusting the scope but thought maybe just needed to be shot a little more, I do enjoy the videos 😎👍🇺🇸 definitely seems to be a...a...😅...🤣🤣🤣
@SmallCaliberArmsReview sounds like savage is slacking. There's one other guy in TH-cam that got one and he says it's accurate, although he didn't post a bench accuracy test with different ammo. I have a b-mag and I hate the cock on close. I have been thinking about the a17wsm but if it's not accurate, it ain't worth having.
Some of it is my fault. I don't doubt that it's accurate, I think this particular rifle has some issues. I have the older B-Mag and it's accurate. The method of loading the round in the chamber, semi-auto or bolt action, shouldn't have anything to do with it's accuracy.
I did not like the A17 i bought for my dad. Had problem with magazine insertion and misfires. Acurracy sucked. My crap discontinue Remington 22 magnum that jams is tack driver.
Sadly, another turd from today’s Savage. I have a rifle boxed up to return to the factory right now for trigger issues. I can remember when Savage guns were solid and accurate out of the box. Not sure what’s going on over there.
@@SmallCaliberArmsReview OK, I corrected my first text message. It is important to not talk about your weaknesses on a TH-cam channel. You need to create confidence in subscribers and viewers. ✅
I don't mind. I'm just an average guy that enjoys firearms. I'm not trying to pretend like I'm a 15 times world champion marksman with tons of trophies and ribbons. I want the average person to get an idea of what they might expect with the firearms I review. I'm just here to have fun and share my experiences.@@unitedstatesirie7431
@@SmallCaliberArmsReviewI'm not sure why you've received these nonsensical comments but they make zero sense to me and I genuinely hope you didn't give this troll a second thought. Love the content as always.
Savage sent it to me. I'm part of the Testing and Evaluation program. I ordered it so long ago, I forgot all about it until my local FFL gave me a call.
I've had an accuracy issue with a Savage 17hmr in bolt action in the past, where it drove tacks but had 1" flyer every 5-6 shots. In my case it was very poorly headspaced, and cleared up after I removed the barrel and set it properly. Not sure if that the case here, but best of luck in getting it figured out!
I'm not sure what the issue is with this one. Thanks for watching!
I agree Richard. The rifle isn't performing as good as it should. Also the ammunition does not seem to be very reliable. 5 or 6 duds in less the a full box of 50.
The ammo is about 10 years old, I bought it when I bought my Bmag, but it's been stored in a cool dry place. The amount I had to adjust it to even get it on paper, is way too much. Thanks for watching!
I still can’t get over that stock. It’s a beauty!
It is a beauty!
A mystery to solve! Yeehaw!
I think I'm going to let Savage solve this mystery. Thanks for watching Santee!
I knew this was being offered but didn't realize it was released.
I have a couple B-mags and really like this cartridges preformance on game. One o my rifles loves 20's and the other 25's BOTH well under 1" 100yard groups.
I also have a Savage Auto in WMR that shoots 50g right @ 1".
All tbree put the smack down on our large Coyotes called in close.
Im gonna look for one of these autos!! ❤❤
Thanks for the Video.
I ALWAYS used ta but ADJ OBJ scopes for my RF rifles. Today, I prefer SIDE FOCUS.
I'm not sure how available they are just yet. I prefer side focus myself.
Cavedweller59 had major accuracy issues with his A17 in 17 HMR and the only solution was to completely bed the action and the barrel now it shoots under MOA for him.
I don't think I'd bed this stock, but a nice Boyd's stock would be sweet! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for suffering through the non-farming weather to bring us this.
We had 68 yesterday(Friday) and today it didn't make 50. JimE
We were in the 50s on Friday and I woke up to snow this morning! I can hardly wait for the farming weather! Thanks for watching JimE!
Love that rifle still looking for one but no luck yet. Great video.
It is definitely a looker! Thanks for watching!
Yes I can’t get it here in Canada yet.
Another great video Richard, thanks for posting.
Thanks for watching!
Your welcome, my pleasure Richard. You are so blessed to live on such property.
Yes! I hope I'm blessed long enough to do all the things I want to do on it!
Finally got the Savage A17 in 17WSM. scoped it with a Vortex and using American eagle ammo. No problems sighting it in. I did have to get couple of new mags as they are different than a B mag for this rifle. had a problem getting the cap to stay in place where U clean the rifle but so far Rifle is a straight shooter.
That's great! I may just have some issues with mine. Thanks for watching!
Can I ask where you sourced the A17 WSM mags? Just got the rifles and noticed that the BMag ones are slightly different? Looking for ordering info for these. Savage didn't have them on their website.
@@Skyhawks1979 savage if you call them has the mags. I got them called they were not available to after 16 th of thus month
Your response has me itching to hit the range with mine for the first time. I just got the barrel back from getting threaded. I installed a Salmon River Solutions 4” SRS arca rail and have the glass bed job curing right now.
What kind of groups did you get with your setup? Also, how much did the extra mags cost? I plan to call Savage again tomorrow to check availability.
@@jaymoore4696 My groups at 50 yards were within a 2c cent piece with five rounds. If I remember I bought 3 more mags and I think with shipping was maybe $107.00 or close to that. I highly recommend Federal American eagle. Have tried them all and American eagle has less misfires and pretty darn accurate. I presently waiting for the Winchester Xpert that is suppose to be out in December in 17 WSM
Thanks for the review but after watching this I know why I prefer bolt-actions; more accurate and more reliable. Good luck on the rifle.
I do love bolt action rifles. Much simpler machines. Thanks for watching!
my b-mag 17wsm savage is a tack driver out past 100 yards .im running a vortex crossfire 2,and run hornady amo.i wish all out of the box rifles where like this .
My B-Mag has been much better than my A17WSM. Thanks for watching!
Vortex 6.5x20 will do wonders also sighting in the rifle 1 inch high at 50 yards will put you right on at 100plus. I been shooting 17 WSM for years. I also found that any other ammo than Winchester works better.
I'm a big fan of Vortex optics, but there's something else going on with this rifle.
100% Agree about the Winchester Ammo. I believe that’s why Volquartsen stopped making the semi WSM, it wouldn’t meet the 1/4” or 1/2” MOA. Now that these finally came out, Hornady, Browning (Winchester),American Eagle (Federal), & the Winchester stuff. Hopefully CCI will make some too. Might try the lead free stuff in 17gr, or the 20gr & 25gr too.
I guess I got lucky my A22 WMR & A17 HMR shoot very well.
Kinda funny since Winchester makes every piece of 17wsm ammunition regardless of what the box may have said in the past. LOL I'd definitely record and report the lot numbers to Winchester Ammunition.
Good information on level calibration.
At work, any time someone dropped their level, we would ask if they were calibrating it. I'm not sure that's the way it should be done, though! Lol. Thanks for watching Squib!
WOW..
I have and shoot ALLOT of WMR. I can HONESTLY say I do NOT EVER remember a dud!!!!
How is that indent? Im betting your spring is a bit weak. ❤❤
Millet rings if ya can find some.. make rings that have a small
Amount of windage that can help with off center bases.
The video I just powder other day with 760 35 Rem has this exact issue! I had ta use Millet Rings to get sited!
I did run them back through the rifle after filming, all but one did fire. Thanks for watching!
Ditto.
I'm interested to hear about your customer service experience with Savage Arms after you get the rifle back.
I'll be sure to let you know!
I noticed some rounds didn't go off. Do you think the problem is the ammo or the rifle?
Do you have the same problem with the BMag?
It could be the ammo, I've had it for about 10 years. The BMag has been flawless as far as I can remember.
Where were you able to find this rifle? I have been after one since they announced it, never have seen one. emailed savage several times asking if they even exist and where I could buy one.
Also, have you looked into stock issues? My Bmag had several issues. Fliers like everyone else complained of, also the cock on close bolt malfunctions a lot. Had to take the stock off mine and bed it with epoxy. Once i did that, cleaned up all flier issue, shoots very accurately to about 400 (with no wind present). You may tear it off he stock and look into that
I was put on a list almost 2 years ago for this rifle. I didn't have any accuracy with my B-Mag. I haven't tried anything with the stock. My biggest issue is the 72 clicks needed to bring it close to the point of impact, with two different scopes. There is something going on with it, I'll let Savage figure it out. Thanks for watching!
Hi Richard, is that the sporter or heavy barrel? tia :)
It's the Sporter version. Thanks for watching!
I believe there's three different grains for that 17 Winchester super mag you should try some other bullet weights
Maybe, but that probably wont explain the 72 clicks to the right, on two different scopes. I think there's a little something else going on. Thanks for watching!
@@SmallCaliberArmsReview I agree with that, my rings are vortex I believe medium height on the bolt action model and they work well hitting targets at 75-120 yards with the 20 grain no problem.
If that’s old ammo it could be the problem I had some old 17 that was all over the place got a new box and things got better
It's about 10 years old.
I can’t get this yet in Canada grrrrr lol
Sorry! Thanks for watching!
Swap in a 12oz Jard trigger and itll get allot better. Sure helped my A17hm2
A 12oz trigger sounds sweet! Thanks for watching!
I was wondering when you were adjusting the scope but thought maybe just needed to be shot a little more, I do enjoy the videos 😎👍🇺🇸 definitely seems to be a...a...😅...🤣🤣🤣
Both scopes I mounted on this rifle needed an extreme amount of adjustment to the right. I think there's something else going on. Thanks for watching!
Yes, something going on having to adjust that much, looking forward to finding out what you hear 👍@@SmallCaliberArmsReview
Me too. When I hear something, I'll pass it on.
@@SmallCaliberArmsReview thanks 😎👍🇺🇸
I ended up sorting the ammo by group weight , that tight groups
Yeah, that could help. Thanks for watching!
Do you have an update?
Sadly, I do not.
@SmallCaliberArmsReview sounds like savage is slacking. There's one other guy in TH-cam that got one and he says it's accurate, although he didn't post a bench accuracy test with different ammo. I have a b-mag and I hate the cock on close. I have been thinking about the a17wsm but if it's not accurate, it ain't worth having.
Some of it is my fault. I don't doubt that it's accurate, I think this particular rifle has some issues. I have the older B-Mag and it's accurate. The method of loading the round in the chamber, semi-auto or bolt action, shouldn't have anything to do with it's accuracy.
Any update?
No, sorry.
I did not like the A17 i bought for my dad. Had problem with magazine insertion and misfires. Acurracy sucked. My crap discontinue Remington 22 magnum that jams is tack driver.
My .17Bmag is a great gun the A17WSM, not so much. Thanks for watching!
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Thanks!
WONDERING IF YOU HEARD ANYTHING FROM SAVAGE ON THIS RIFLE? STILL HAVE NOT SEEN ANYTHING ANYWHERE
I have not, but then, I have been slacking a bit. It's Spring and there's lots of farm stuff to be done! Thanks for watching!
I know what the issue is that you’re having……. It’s a Savage.
Just kidding. Cool video. I hope you are able to iron out the issues.
Lol. Savage rifles are some of my favorites! Thanks for watching!
@@SmallCaliberArmsReview Yes sir! Love the videos! Keep ‘em coming!
Sadly, another turd from today’s Savage.
I have a rifle boxed up to return to the factory right now for trigger issues.
I can remember when Savage guns were solid and accurate out of the box.
Not sure what’s going on over there.
This is the only Savage rifle I've ever had any issues with, I hope it's not a trend. Thanks for watching!
😆 LOL ! He doesn't know how to target shoot with a rimfire rifle.
First of all, it's a .17WSM. Thanks for watching!
@@SmallCaliberArmsReview OK, I corrected my first text message.
It is important to not talk about your weaknesses on a TH-cam channel. You need to create confidence in subscribers and viewers. ✅
I don't mind. I'm just an average guy that enjoys firearms. I'm not trying to pretend like I'm a 15 times world champion marksman with tons of trophies and ribbons. I want the average person to get an idea of what they might expect with the firearms I review. I'm just here to have fun and share my experiences.@@unitedstatesirie7431
@@SmallCaliberArmsReviewI'm not sure why you've received these nonsensical comments but they make zero sense to me and I genuinely hope you didn't give this troll a second thought.
Love the content as always.
It's okay, I have Very thick skin! Thanks for watching!@@PacificTrigger
Wish you would tell me where you got it I been waiting for years. would give U email if it would work.
Savage sent it to me. I'm part of the Testing and Evaluation program. I ordered it so long ago, I forgot all about it until my local FFL gave me a call.