Can someone explain the Savage model numbers to me? (2024)

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LeviSS

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  • Jan 13, 2012
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I have found that the 2 digit (model 10, 11) are their short actions and the 3 digit (110, 111) are the long actions.

What's the difference between the model 10, 11, 12, etc? Everytime I think I have it figured out, I find out I don't. All the numbers and letters are very confusing.

Can someone explain the Savage model numbers to me? (2)

warpig602

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  • Jan 13, 2012
  • #2

AK - Adjustable Muzzle Brake B - Laminate Stock BT - Laminated Thumbhole Stock
C - Cl ip (Detachable Box Magazine) F - Synthetic Stock G - Hardwood Stock
H - Hinged Fl oorpl ate L - Left Hand ML - Muzzleloader NS - No Sights
P - Police SS - Stainless Steel T - (Rimfire) Peep Sights
V - Long-Range (Heavy Barrel) XP - Package Gun Y - Youth

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chase7

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  • Jan 13, 2012
  • #4

To my understanding it just has to do with the finish and options. Double digits are short action and triple digit long action. As for difference between 10,11,12,14. Same action but different barrel contour, stock finish, bolt handle, mag vs non mag etc. 10 being sort of a base model, but seems like 11s are taking that place with 10s offering more options now. 14s being more fancy finish. Oh yeah forgot 16s. There the weather warrior series. I believe usually stainless with a muzzle brake. Hope that makes sense and helps you out.

brock2013

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  • Jan 14, 2012
  • #5

10- sporter barrel synthetic stock (model 10 predator is heavy barrel though.)
11- pretty much the same as the 10
12- varmint barrel
14- classic series wood stock sporter barrel
16- weather warrior stainless

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chase7

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  • Jan 14, 2012
  • #7

Someone correct me if I'm wrong. I believe there is only a few small differences in actions. Depends on long action vs. short action. Staggered feed vs. center feed magazines. Also what factory cal. your barrel comes chambered in. WSM/Rum vs. other chamberings. Long actions have a screw spacing of 5.062", the staggered feed Short actions, which are older, have a 4.25" spacing, and the newer center feed Short Actions have a screw spacing of 4.4" spacing. That is something to consider when ordering a different stock for a savage. As for chambering on your barrels I believe the Rums and WSM use the larg shanks and all others use small shank. Not sure if thats quite accurate or not thou on the shanks. I also believe if it is a pre-accutrigger savage before 06 the rear of reciever is flat for your base mount but anything newer with accu-trigger is round. So I guess my statement in my last post is wrong there is some differences.... Hopes this helps.

willy1947

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  • Jan 14, 2012
  • #8

I think chase7 is on to something. I own a model 12BVSS it is SS with a fluted barrel in .223. Now, my model 10 is a black heavy barrel with a choate stock with a magazine in 308. Your guess is as good as mine. The person to ask is Fred, at Sharp Shooter Supply and buy a trigger from Fred, the best trigger for Savages. My model 12 breaks at 1 pound.

Warpig602 has the letters right, Thanks Warpig602.

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lhitchcox

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  • Jan 14, 2012
  • #9

10= heavy barrel tactical (maybe a few exceptions)
11= sporter
12= varmint
14= classic
16= stainless

Same action. Barrels, stocks, triggers may be different.

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1happyshooter

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  • Jan 14, 2012
  • #10

Also the wsm's (at least the early ones) are a crf bolthead rather than push-feed.

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GTOHunter

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  • Jan 15, 2012
  • #11

Another thing is the Savage Site isn't very User Friendly...as mentioned it can be pretty hard to navigate and I have found it hard to find certain Guns in certain Calibers,I don't think they up-date it with their newer Calibers......to me thay have way too many variations in all the Rifles ...but I guess that what makes the world go round and everyone likes something different than everyone else?

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Can someone explain the Savage model numbers to me? (2024)

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Can someone explain the Savage model numbers to me? ›

To my understanding it just has to do with the finish and options. Double digits are short action and triple digit long action. As for difference between 10,11,12,14. Same action but different barrel contour, stock finish, bolt handle, mag vs non mag etc.

What do savage model letters mean? ›

AK - Adjustable Muzzle Brake NS - No Sights. B - Laminate Stock P - Police. BT - Laminated Thumbhole Stock SS - Stainless Steel. C - Clip (Detachable Box Magazine) T - Rimfire Peep Sights. F - Synthetic Stock V - Heavy Varmint Barrel.

What is the difference between a Savage Model 10 and 110? ›

The Savage 10FP is similar to the Savage 110FP rifles and differ only in the action lengths and in the calibers used. The 10FP is designated a "short action" meaning cartridges similar in length to the . 308 Winchester, while the 110FP is considered a "long action" meaning cartridges similar in length to the .

What is the difference between the Savage Model 1899 and 99? ›

The Model 1899 was known for its reliability. It had little to no jamming due to its smooth rotary magazine. People loved the rifle which lead to the long manufacturing period of the Model 1899. In the 1920s, the name was shortened to the Model 99, mainly because calling a firearm the 1899 was outdated for advertising.

What does savage fv sr stand for? ›

B22 is the product family, so the B does not refer to a “wood laminate stock.” FV-SR is the feature set of the model. F indicates a synthetic stock, V indicates a heavy or "Varmint" contour barrel, and SR indicates the barrel is suppressor-ready (or threaded).

What is a Savage Model 25? ›

The Model 25 receiver is a dead ringer for Savage bolt-action . 22 rimfire receivers. There are three Model 25 variations. The Lightweight Varminter T has a thumbhole stock and a ventilated fore-end. The Walking Varminter has a synthetic stock and weighs just under 7 pounds.

What is a Savage Model 12? ›

The Savage® 12 FV Bolt-Action Rifle is specifically designed to deliver precise shot placement at long range. The 12 FV comes with a synthetic stock, featuring dual pillars for a solid bedding platform. The heavy-contour barrel is free-floated for optimum accuracy potential.

Is a Savage 110 a sniper rifle? ›

The Savage 110 BA is a bolt-action sniper/tactical rifle manufactured by Savage Arms.

What is the difference between the Savage 110 and 116? ›

All Savage 110 or in this case 116 are the same basiclly, the differences in rifle models are blind mag, removable mag, stock design and sometimes sights. The twist rate for a Savage chambered in 300 WM should be 1:10.

How many Savage 110 models are there? ›

Savage Model 110
Savage Arms Model 110
Designed1956
ManufacturerSavage Arms
Produced1958—present
Variants10/110FP "Law Enforcement", 11/111 "Hunter", 12 "Varmint", 14/114 "Classic", 16/116 "Weather Warrior", 210 "Slug Warrior"
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What is the difference between Savage 110 and 111? ›

the 110 is a blind magazine where the 111 is a removable magazine.

Will a Savage Model 11 fit a 110 stock? ›

If you own a Savage model 10, 11, 12, 14, 16 or a newer 110 short action rifles all our Savage SA chassis options for the Savage SA will fit.

What is a Savage Model 93R17? ›

The Savage 93R17 is an adult-sized bolt-action rimfire rifle that provides superb accuracy and reliability. Savage's AccuTrigger® enables shooters to obtain exceptional accuracy with the Savage 93R17 FXP, by allowing you to easily adjust it to your desired weight of pull for a light, crisp release with no creep.

What is a Savage Model 111? ›

Savage Arms Model 111 Long Range Hunter Lapua Magnum is based on the outstanding Model 10/110 action with Savages patented AccuTrigger and chambered in the truly massive Lapua Magnum. The Model 111 is a bolt action, magazine fed and capable of hitting targets at distances in excess of one mile (1760 yards).

What is a Savage Model 99R? ›

The Savage Model 99, Model 1899, and their predecessor the model 1895 are a series of hammerless lever action rifles created by the Savage Arms Company in Utica, New York. The Model 99 family featured a unique rotary magazine, and later added some detachable magazine models.

What is a Savage Model 10? ›

The rifle has a 20-inch barrel that starts at 1.040 at the receiver and tapers down to . 750 at the muzzle, with the last half inch threaded for a suppressor. The muzzle is fitted with a knurled end cap to protect the threads from damage.

What does XP stand for in Savage Axis? ›

If the model you're looking at is an XP model, this means that it comes packaged with a factory-mounted and boresighted scope. Cool!

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