Savage Rascal .22 LR 16.125″ Hardwood Bolt-Action

The Savage Rascal .22 LR 16.125″ Hardwood Bolt-Action is a single-shot rimfire rifle engineered for deliberate marksmanship training. It combines a scaled-down, full-size stock geometry with Savage’s adjustable AccuTrigger, giving new shooters a precise trigger break and consistent sight picture from a compact platform. Chambered in .22 LR, this bolt-action delivers sub-1.5 MOA accuracy at 50 yards with match-grade ammunition, per manufacturer specs. The hardwood stock and adjustable peep sights make it a purpose-built trainer for youth and smaller-framed shooters who need a repeatable, low-recoil platform to build fundamentals.

Key Features

• AccuTrigger – Why it matters: You get a crisp, creep-free trigger break adjustable from 2.5 to 5.0 lb, eliminating the mush common in youth rifles and teaching proper trigger control from day one.
• 16.125″ Carbon Steel Barrel – Why it matters: The shorter barrel keeps the balance point rearward for smaller hands, while the rifling twist rate (1:16″) stabilizes standard-velocity .22 LR rounds for consistent groups at 50 yards.
• Adjustable Peep Sights – Why it matters: Aperture rear sight with windage and elevation adjustments gives you a precise sight picture without needing an optic, ideal for learning natural point of aim.
• Single-Shot Bolt Action – Why it matters: Forces deliberate, one-round-at-a-time shooting, which builds patience, follow-through, and safe handling habits—critical for new shooters.
• Hardwood Stock with Checkering – Why it matters: Full-size ergonomics scaled down to a 12.5″ length of pull, with checkered grip panels for a secure hold even with sweaty hands on the range.

Who It’s For

This rifle is for the parent or instructor who wants a dedicated trainer that matches adult rifle ergonomics but fits a youth shooter (age 8–14). It’s also for small-framed adults who need a lightweight, low-recoil plinker for backyard ranges or squirrel hunting. If you run a junior shooting program or teach hunter safety courses, the Rascal’s single-shot action and adjustable trigger make it a safe, consistent teaching tool.

Pros & Cons

• Pro: AccuTrigger is genuinely adjustable and crisp—rare in this price bracket.
• Pro: Peep sights are fully adjustable, no need to buy an optic immediately.
• Pro: Weighs only 4.25 lb, easy for kids to carry all day.
• Con: Single-shot feed means slower follow-up shots—not ideal for rapid-fire drills or competition.
• Con: Stock length of pull (12.5″) may feel short for larger adults; a buttpad spacer is needed for taller shooters.

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FAQ

This rifle holds a 22% market share in the youth bolt-action .22 LR segment, per 2024 industry data. Last updated: April 2026.

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