From what I've read and researched, a very good choice for an accurate bolt action.

Now, if you can find one, I suggest you grab it. (if you find two, let me know so I can buy the second one!)

Hope you find one,
Scott

 

What kind of competition?

 

and the guys down there say im amazing

...yeah...always good to back up your claim with some targets.

What discipline do you want to get the best rifle for? Main rifle disciplines are bench rest(sitting down shooting off sand bags), silhouette(standing unsupported shooting steel cutouts of animals at various distances or field rifle(shooting sitting/laying down/standing/kneeling).

The FV-SR would not be a good choice for any discipline mostly because of the lowered comb as when you mount a scope it may be difficult to get a solid cheek weld and because it has a short barrel some disciplines have rules on minimum barrel length(often around 18").

Take a look at the Mark II BV/BTV/BRJ these have stocks that are better suited to mounting a scope which you will need for almost every competition shooting except smallbore(prone/Olympic style) where you use aperture sights.

The Savage Mark II range are all very similar technically(same action) only variances are in aesthetics/sights mostly to do with stock style and colour. I would get one with a heavy barrel(helps with accuracy lots) while keeping as light as possible. Many Savage owners replace the factory stock with a Boyds gun stock of which there are a few designs and many finishes.

I shoot bench rest with a Mark II BV and have found it a great entry rifle and would recommend one to a new shooter.

 

Hey Guys
Im resonably new to shooting, i have been down to the range a dozen times now and the guys down there say im amazing and need to do target competition. so i need a .22lr target rifle for under $500, im looking at the Savage Mark 2 FV-SR? Thoughts or any other rifles?
Thanks
Sam :2ar15smil

My Savage Mark I was ok at 50'...especially after adding some weight to the stock, fixing the crown, some trigger work.

It is not competitive at 200yds benchrest.

 

Prone

 

Need a complete break down
500 bucks for a running working gun...
Or 500 for gun with the expectation of needing another 2-3 in glass and bases

 

i
would go with the mark ll tr in 22lr, its a good all around accurate rifle, only down side is its a bit on the heavy side, mine shoots as good as my cz trainer,

 

You can get a good used Anschutz 64 for $500, and the stock will actually work with a sling and hand stop.

If you shop around you can find a CZ 453 Varmint for around $500, and the average CZ 453 will shoot better than the average Savage Mk II, as the CZs are consistently good shooters while your mileage will vary more with a Savage.

 

The Savage is a good choice if you are scoping and need the whole package under $500. I think the CZ 452/453/455 is worth the money in quality over the Savage, a Trainer with peep sights will shoot very well from the prone position.

 

Another great option for prone and other position shooting with iron sights is Martini target rifles, especially the 12/15 or the Vickers Martini. I have owned one of each and sold them only because my disability does not allow me to shoot off hand.

Martini 12/15:


Vickers Martini:


By the way, the most accurate (non-BR 22 LR) rifle I have owned was the Vickers that I bought and later sold here through the RFC Trading post for the same $450 I paid for it. The $450 bought the rifle and target sights with a complete set of front sight inserts. You do not need to break the bank to get a great rifle but a lot of research is needed to be able to recognize a real bargain.

 

Just a friendly reminder...you get what you pay for. When you talk competition shooting, it also depends on what rules and targets you are shooting. In my experiences (50 yd ARA compettitions), expectations can become UNREASONABLE when you start expecting similar or competitive results from a $500 rifles when competing against rifles that are either custom rigs or "quality rifles" that sell between $1200 - $3500 without the glass atop them. So don't set the bar too high and thats nothing against Savages rifle because I own 5 of them. But I've also seen people badmouth a rifle when the results they expected didn't materialize. Good luck with whatever way you go.

 

Just a friendly reminder...you get what you pay for. When you talk competition shooting, it also depends on what rules and targets you are shooting. In my experiences (50 yd ARA compettitions), expectations can become UNREASONABLE when you start expecting similar or competitive results from a $500 rifles when competing against rifles that are either custom rigs or "quality rifles" that sell between $1200 - $3500 without the glass atop them. So don't set the bar too high and thats nothing against Savages rifle because I own 5 of them. But I've also seen people badmouth a rifle when the results they expected didn't materialize. Good luck with whatever way you go.

Yes this is true. If you are going to be a winner against top level competition, you need deep pockets for rifles, scopes and ammunition. It all depends on your budget and the level of competition where you plan to compete. For that fact none of my rifles, including my Anschutz 54 action 10.5 lb. BR is competitive against the big boys with their expensive customs. That is one reason why I do not bother paying entry fees. I shoot against friends with budgets similar to mine. We charge no fees and make it shooter against shooter, rather than dollar against dollar.

Notacommie asked how he could best spend his limited budget to get the best bang for the buck. While $500 is not enough for Camp Perry, it can buy a rifle that will be a great rifle to learn with, as long as you shoot peep sights and don't try to buy a scope. I just highly recommend buying a higher quality used rifle with $500. You can get many decent used "learner rifles" with that kind of money.

 

You might look into the Kimber 82s for sale on the CMP website. They are government surplus, but are basically new. I own one, and it is in almost mint condition. It shoots extremely well too. Check out the website below.

http://odcmp.com/Sales/22targetsurplus.htm

They also sell commercial 22 target rifles.

 

There is a Kimber for sale in the RFC Trading post. :bthumb: Better grab it up if you are serious. CMP is all out.

 

+1 on the CMP Kimbers, they have a lot of potential for the bargain price of $450 shipped.

The Savage MkII FVSR definitely needs the ~$100 Boyd's stock upgrade - that plastic stock is a non-starter IMO: too flexible, too low a cheek rest, and poor overall balance. My Boyd's laminate stock should be arriving tomorrow.

You might also want to keep the CZ 452/455 in mind, depending on the shooting discipline.

I have all three of the above rifles and they all seem to be bargains in their respective niches, although the Savage is considered by many here to be somewhat less competitive with regards to potential accuracy.

If your budget is $500 including the scope that pretty much leaves only the Savage MkII IMO.
I definitely recommend spending your stated maximum on the rifle by itself, then getting good glass later when you can afford it.



I just checked the CMP website and they still show the Kimber M82G 'rusties' to be in stock.
However, due to CMP's order pipeline, they could go out of stock at any time.

 

A friend of mine was just down atthe Anniston store last weekend. They had plenty of the Kimbers on the rack.

My Kimber was listed as a "rusty." There wasn't a speck of rust on it. It looks unfired to me. The only thing wrong with it was a very minor (almost unnoticeable) scratch down one side where someone had opened its box using a box-cutter, and had cut too deep.

$450 delivered is a steal if you can still get one.

Also keep your eyes peeled at local gunstores and pawn shops. There are frequently good deals there.

 

the CMP website[/URL] and they still show the Kimber M82G 'rusties' to be in stock.
However, due to CMP's order pipeline, they could go out of stock at any time.

A 'rusty' is a project with no limit on what it would cost to restore it. The Kimber for sale in the RFC Trading Post would not be such a risky buy. When I said CMP is out of Kimbers, I did not seriously consider a 'rusty'.

 

i need a .22lr target rifle for under $500, im looking at the Savage Mark 2 FV-SR? Thoughts or any other rifles?

There are a couple things that make precision shooting easier. Weight and balance might make more difference than magnification for some accuracy games, or even most. Quality ammo in most barrels is significant.

The FV-SR looked cool, but when I picked it up, balance and weight were lacking. I went with a BV, and I'm really pleased with the choice. If I were to go with another Savage, and I had an accuracy goal in first place on the list, the MKII TR would be my first choice, as the stock design, weight, and hardware are in line with the rest of my goal. With a minimum of shopping, you could likely land one for under $500.

If you are shooting spots with irons, the MKII FVT is the logical Savage. With decent ammo it will likely shoot as well as most shooters can, especially starting out.

But you get what you pay for. The Savages deliver more per dollar than most.