The Savage A17 in .17 HM2 caliber emerges as a formidable tool for the discerning shooter seeking precision and reliability. This rifle is engineered with an eye toward performance, incorporating features that make it stand out in the realm of semi-automatic rimfire firearms.
At its core, the A17 showcases a robust 20-inch carbon steel barrel with a precise 1-in-9 twist rate, ensuring stability and accuracy at high velocities reaching up to 2100 feet per second. The free-floating button rifled design enhances this further by minimizing contact between barrel and stock, allowing for improved shot consistency.
A critical component of this rifle's superior functionality is its delayed-blowback action. Originally proven effective in the A17 .17 HMR model, this mechanism adeptly handles the higher pressures inherent to the Mach 2 caliber. Complementing this system is a corrosion-resistant chrome-plated bolt equipped with both a bolt release and removable dust cover—features designed to ensure smooth operation under varied conditions.
This rifle does not compromise on user adaptability either; it comes fitted with Savage’s renowned AccuTrigger system, which offers shooters an adjustable trigger pull tailored to individual preferences without sacrificing safety or control.
The black synthetic stock provides durability while maintaining lightweight handling characteristics suitable for extended field use. Additionally, users will find convenience in its drilled and tapped receiver ready for scope mounting—though sights are absent—to accommodate personalized optics setups via two-piece Weaver-style bases included within its design.