Been into Savage varmint rifles 14 yrs or so now...
The FV is no frills...26" matte blue tube & Tupperware stock
Will shoot yes...muzzle heavy yes...heavy to pack yes..
I'd stick with a 223..Savage is 9 twist outta the box..
Something lighter if you're gonna carry...
Predator Hunter..full camo film..22" med heavy tube...
Detach box mag..#18453 for the 223...#18455 for the 22/250
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