Savage Model 93 in .17 Hornady Magnum. This is a nifty example of the type, and looks like it should be a tack driver.
Stainless: Good
Bull Barrel: Good
Light despite the thick barrel: Good
Synthetic: Good
Halfdecent Scope: Good
Accutrigger: Excellent
This was a piece that saw use in the field, but not much. There are a few light scratches in the stock, and a few spots on the stainless that will disappear with a light application of steel wool.
The trigger pull (unsurprisingly) is delightfully light and crisp. The wear-free bolt handle is a segue to the breech, which also looks nice.
The scope is an almost-generic Simmons 8-point but it's bright and clear, and adjustable 3x-9x magnification could be handy. The 40mm front lens really picks up a lot of light.
The recessed crown on the barrel could have been stepped a little more cleanly, but the actual end of the bore is in great shape, and the bore is just shy of perfect. Mirror bright with very sharp rifling.
Oh look how cute! A baby little detachable magazine!
If I were into .17 Hornady Magnum Rimfire, I'd love to have this piece. I'm not, but there it is. If I were on the fence about 17HMR and I had a couple hundred bucks to spare, this rifle might be the final straw.
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