Savage Arms
Savage Arms has been building accurate, reliable American firearms since 1894, and they’ve earned a reputation as the brand that delivers genuine precision at prices the competition can’t match. The AccuTrigger, adjustable to a crisp pull from the factory, and the AccuFit stock system for personalized fit are standard across the lineup—features competitors charge significantly more for. From the entry-level Axis through the flagship 110 Precision chassis rifle, Savage produces accurate, durable hunting and precision rifles that consistently outperform their price point.
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The Savage 110 Series
The Model 110 is Savage’s flagship bolt-action platform and one of the most prolific precision rifles ever made. The 110 features Savage’s AccuFit system for adjustable length of pull and comb height, the user-adjustable AccuTrigger, and a floating bolt head that self-headspaces for consistent accuracy. Available in an enormous range of calibers from .223 Remington through .338 Lapua Magnum, in configurations from the lightweight Trail Hunter through the Ultralite carbon fiber model to the full-chassis 110 Elite Precision, the 110 covers every bolt-action use case from deer hunting to 1,000-yard competition. The Savage 110 is the platform to start with when evaluating the Savage lineup.
Savage Axis—Best Value Bolt Gun
The Savage Axis is the entry point into the Savage lineup and arguably the best value in a hunting bolt gun. It features Savage’s AccuTrigger, a synthetic stock, and a button-rifled barrel in popular hunting calibers from .243 Winchester through .30-06 Springfield. The Axis XP adds a factory-mounted scope package for a complete hunting system at an exceptional combined price. For a first hunting rifle or a dedicated truck gun that won’t keep you up at night if it gets scratched, the Axis delivers real Savage accuracy at the lowest price in the lineup.
Savage Rimfire—B-Series and Mark II
Savage’s rimfire lineup starts with the Mark II, a bolt-action .22 LR with the same AccuTrigger philosophy applied to rimfire. The B-Mag is chambered in .17 WSM for a flat-shooting small-game and varmint option. The A-Series semi-automatic rimfire includes the Revel and Revel DLX lever-action in .22 LR—a lever-action rimfire with the AccuTrigger advantage. For buyers who want Savage’s quality and trigger feel in a .22 platform, the rimfire lineup delivers it at rimfire prices.
Savage for Precision Shooting
Savage has a long history in competitive precision shooting. The 110 Precision and 110 Elite Precision are chassis rifles designed for long-range competition, featuring AICS-compatible magazines, M-LOK handguards, and adjustable chassis systems. The 110 Carbon Predator and 110 Ultralite use carbon fiber barrels for mountain hunting where weight is paramount. For buyers entering precision rifle competition or looking for a factory chassis rifle as a starting point, the 110 Precision delivers genuine competition-capable hardware at a price that leaves room for optics and accessories.
Savage Shotguns—The Renegauge
The Renegauge is Savage’s semi-automatic shotgun, featuring a dual-valve gas system that self-regulates between light target loads and heavy 3-inch magnum shells. Available in 12 gauge with 26” and 28” field barrels, the Renegauge competes with the Beretta A400 and Browning Maxus in the gas-operated competition. For waterfowlers and upland hunters who want a gas-operated semi-auto shotgun with Savage’s quality standard and value-oriented pricing, the Renegauge is the brand’s answer.
Frequently Asked Questions: Savage Arms
What is Savage Arms known for?
Savage Arms is known for producing the most accurate factory bolt-action rifles at any given price point, thanks primarily to their AccuTrigger — a user-adjustable trigger allowing pull weight adjustment between 1.5 and 6 pounds without gunsmithing. The AccuTrigger, combined with button-rifled barrels and free-floated stocks, consistently produces sub-MOA accuracy from factory rifles that competitors at the same price cannot match.
What is the Savage AccuTrigger?
The AccuTrigger is Savage’s proprietary adjustable trigger system featuring a secondary trigger within the trigger that must be depressed before the main trigger fires, preventing accidental discharge if the trigger is jarred or snagged. The AccuTrigger can be adjusted by the owner from 1.5 to 6 pounds pull weight using a tool included with the rifle — no gunsmithing required. It is one of the most significant factory trigger innovations in modern rifle production.
Is the Savage 110 or Remington 700 better?
For factory accuracy at comparable prices, the Savage 110 consistently outperforms the Remington 700 due to the AccuTrigger. The Remington 700 has a deeper aftermarket ecosystem for custom builds. For buyers who want the best factory accuracy value without gunsmithing, the Savage 110 is the standard recommendation; for buyers building a custom precision rifle, the 700’s aftermarket gives it an edge.
What calibers does Savage produce?
Savage produces rifles in one of the broadest caliber selections in the industry — over 30 calibers across their 110 family alone, from .204 Ruger through .338 Lapua Magnum. This broad caliber availability is one of Savage’s competitive advantages over more limited-lineup competitors.
See Also: Savage 110 • Savage Axis • Savage 110 Ultralite • Bolt-Action Rifles • Hunting Rifles