.17 HMR recommendations

Kruel J · Feb 17, 2019

No_Regerts said:
Savage Arms - 93R17 TRR-SR - P01142

That's what the f*** I'm talking about!

Kruel J · Feb 17, 2019

pharmseller said:
Even a girlish giggle of a puff of wind will toss the bullet sideways at that distance.

I've been preparing to keep my mouth closed.

v0lcom13sn0w · Feb 17, 2019

Kruel J said:
That's what the f*** I'm talking about!

i like that one!

Kruel J · Feb 17, 2019

No_Regerts said:
Savage Arms - 93R17 TRR-SR - P01142

Anyone local carry this model?

v0lcom13sn0w · Feb 17, 2019

Kruel J said:
Anyone local carry this model?

id ask bimart if they can order it

v0lcom13sn0w · Feb 17, 2019

savage has promos available too

Savage Arms - Promotions

pharmseller · Feb 17, 2019

No_Regerts said:
The OP and I went to take a peek at the T1x and we were both underwhelmed when comparing it to a T3. Good to hear they shoot good.

Don't compare them to a T3, compare them to the competition.

Adjustable trigger, 20" threaded barrel, 10 round mag, crazy accurate. No complaints. Killed three nutes today.

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Kruel J · Feb 17, 2019

pharmseller said:
Don't compare them to a T3, compare them to the competition.

Adjustable trigger, 20" threaded barrel, 10 round mag, crazy accurate. No complaints. Killed three nutes today.

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Nice! The LOP and overall design feels like a kids toy to me.

Kruel J · Feb 17, 2019

pharmseller said:
Don't compare them to a T3, compare them to the competition.

Adjustable trigger, 20" threaded barrel, 10 round mag, crazy accurate. No complaints. Killed three nutes today.

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I walked in with cash and ready to buy. I'm a huge Tikka fanboy, but after handling it I just couldn't.

No_Regerts · Feb 17, 2019

pharmseller said:
Don't compare them to a T3, compare them to the competition.

Adjustable trigger, 20" threaded barrel, 10 round mag, crazy accurate. No complaints. Killed three nutes today.

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Its hard not to compare when all that stuff went out about stock compatibility and all that stuff. I already have a CZ 455 that I'm happy with, so I guess that niche is full.

Kruel J · Feb 17, 2019

No_Regerts said:
Its hard not to compare when all that stuff when out about stock compatibility and all that stuff. I already have a CZ 455 that I'm happy with, so I guess that niche is full.

You were there when we looked at it. But dang brother I'm not sure what you mean here.....

pharmseller · Feb 17, 2019

I had a painted stock laying around so I swapped out the factory one.

Leupold VX2 3-9 CDS.

pharmseller · Feb 17, 2019

If you see a T1x in .22 LR for sale, let me know.

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Kruel J · Feb 17, 2019

pharmseller said:
I had a painted stock laying around so I swapped out the factory one.

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Leupold VX2 3-9 CDS.

How does it group?

pharmseller · Feb 17, 2019

Fair to middling.

I'm working on my trigger control.

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Kruel J · Feb 17, 2019

Fair to midland.

BAT338 · Feb 18, 2019

Kruel J said:
I want a .17 HMR. I've had one before (a Marlin).

Requirements:
Heavy barrel profile
Rail for picatinny rings.
Better than a basic plastic/wood stock
Forward sling swivel for bipod
Adjustable trigger
Magazine fed
Accurate as all get out, will be pushing it out to 300 yards when it's not windy

I have a couple 17 HMR's, a Savage SS HB thumbhole stock model exactly like the one DuneHopper has, and a Savage A17 HB w/laminated stock. They are both great little shooters. But, I also have a Savage HB SS Bmag 17 WSM and it not only out shoots both of my HMR's but it hits a lot harder, especially, at further distances and if you're wanting to stretch your shots out to 300 yards, the 17 WSM is a much better choice.

My HB SS Bmag came with the crappy plastic stock but that was an easy fix by putting a Boyd's Pro Varmint stock on. Most rimfire rifles come with a 2pc Weaver mount but I much prefer a 1pc picatinny rail so I put one on my Bmag that I got from DIP Inc.

The 17 WSM shoots a 20gr Vmax bullet 3000fps VS the 17 HMR with its 17gr Vmax going 2550fps. Ammo is slightly more expensive for the 17 WSM but if you use places like Ammoseek.com you can buy it much cheaper than most stores and it's generally only about $1.50 more per box of 50.

This is my Savage Bmag, I've taken sage rats out to 347yds with it.

Member 34319 · Feb 18, 2019

My recommendation based off the fact I own it and have grouped it. It's silly accurate. Rotary 10 round mags which I prefer over the older box metal 5 rounders.

Savage Arms - B17 FV-SR - P01481

Second recommendation is the A17. Shot a members and was extremely impressed. Grouped just as well as my bolt action. Took the same magazine and you can get 25 round mags for it. Technically you could use the 25 round mags in the bolt action, but it's not as fun as a semi.

Savage Arms - A22 PRO VARMINT - P01592