Savage Model 93 BTVS Magnum

Idaho Slim · Sep 13, 2014

Thinking of a accurate "pest exterminator" and as a shooter for fun. Like the reviews of this rifle. Decided against a Henry as think a bolt action with my Leupold MK II 3x9 would be the ticket. A couple questions for those that have shot/own this gun;

1- Can a silencer be fitted on this rifle ? (Legal here in Idaho with a license).

2- Pro's and Con's of the rifle?

3- Accuracy ?

Thanx, SLIM.

Idaho Slim · Sep 13, 2014

Vern Humphrey · Sep 13, 2014

The rifle is not advertised with a threaded muzzle for a suppressor, but you could have that done fairly reasonably.

Pros -- accurate.
Cons -- cost of ammo. I much prefer my .22 Hornet.

Accurate -- good enough for varmints out to 200 yards or so.

RainDodger · Sep 13, 2014

I have that rifle in a .17 HMR. A lot of fun, but when it goes off, you hardly know you shot anything! No recoil.

chazwood · Sep 14, 2014

I have one in 17 HMR and love it.

Not sure about the suppressor.

Very accurate, nice handling gun, fun to shoot.

Ammo a bit pricey.

tallpaul · Sep 14, 2014

I have one in 17hmr blued that I love- as far as ammo price etc... for a critter gitter the 17 is not unreasonable in today's craziness and world of shortages. A brick would last the average varminter a while if used only/mostly on game!

Idaho Slim · Sep 20, 2014

Thanx all, the ammo availability is not an issue as I have a supply due to having 2 .22 mag revolvers. This will be my next purchase, after reading comments, might not go with the silencer, seems it is hardly noticeable. Should be fun!!

dubbleA · Sep 20, 2014

With a suppressor, a .22 or .17 mag will be "quieter" but still have a noticeable pop. If you are wanting really quiet you'll need rounds that are right about 1000fps such as a .22 LR sub sonic or standard velocity target, though it limits your shots with a rainbow trajectory.

My wife's squirrel rifle is a suppressed cheapy Savage but she loves it and it's deadly on vermin.

Dinosaur1 · Sep 21, 2014

I got the the blue Plain Jane in .22 mag. It's fair with most ammo but really shines with Hornady 30 grain ballistic tip. Hard to find around here tho.

Idaho Slim · Sep 28, 2014

That's the ammo I have, lots of availability here .

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