Savage Arms has announced a new bolt-action smallbore rifle dubbed the Minimalist, which the legendary gun company describes as “a distinctly different take on the classic rimfire design.”
The Minimalist combines a laminate stock for lightweight strength with several additional features for excellent usability in the field. It is offered in .22 LR, .22 Magnum and .17 HMR.
The rifle has an 18-inch carbon steel barrel and action, and the button-rifled barrel has a sporter contour with a matte black finish. It is threaded at the muzzle with a ½-28 thread to allow use of accessories, including a suppressor, and the threads are protected by and barrel cap. The laminate stock, meanwhile, is offered in green or brown.
With its button rifled barrel and user-adjustable AccuTrigger, the bolt-action Minimalist delivers Savage accuracy. It comes with a 10-round detachable magazine and factory-installed 2-piece Weaver bases for scope mounting.
“Minimalist combines the perfect balance of lightweight ergonomics and reliable performance,” said Beth Shimanski, director of Marketing for Savage. “At just 5.68 pounds, they’re perfect for backyard plinking or hunting on the move. You can carry one all day and hardly feel it.”
