Savage 93R17 FV-SR .17 HMR 16.5in Threaded Heavy Barrel
About this product
The Savage 93R17 FV-SR is a bolt-action rimfire rifle chambered in .17 HMR, purpose-built for suppressing accessory attachment and repeatable precision at a short-to-medium range envelope. This is a dedicated tool, not a plinker. I’ll break down why its 16.5-inch threaded heavy barrel and solid platform trade versatility for a very specific kind of accuracy.
What is the Savage 93R17 FV-SR used for?
This rifle is engineered for varmint control and precision rimfire practice out to approximately 200 yards. The 16.5-inch heavy barrel profile and 1/2x28 threaded muzzle are designed for stability and suppressor use, making it ideal for minimizing noise signature during predator calls or quiet farmstead operations. Its 1:9 twist rate is optimized for the 17-20 grain V-MAX and XTP projectiles common to the .17 HMR, providing consistent terminal ballistics on small game.
How does the Savage 93R17 FV-SR compare to a Stevens 334?
The 93R17 is superior for dedicated rimfire precision, while the Stevens 334 in .308 Win is a centerfire hunting rifle for larger game. Where the Savage offers a user-adjustable AccuTrigger and a varmint stock designed for bench rest stability, the Stevens 334 is configured as a lighter, more general-purpose field rifle with a simpler trigger and hunting-style stock. For chasing prairie dogs or zeroing a suppressor, the Savage is the unequivocal winner; for deer or boar, you need the Stevens.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
Unloaded weight is 5.5 pounds with an overall length of 36.5 inches. The heavy-profile barrel measures 16.5 inches with a muzzle diameter of .750 inches at the threads, and the varmint stock has a length of pull of 13.75 inches. This combination yields a rifle that balances weight forward for stability off a rest but remains maneuverable enough for truck window or bipod use in the field.
Who is this NOT for?
This rifle is a poor choice for a first-time firearm buyer seeking a general-purpose .22 LR trainer. Its chambering in the higher-pressure, more expensive .17 HMR cartridge, its specialized varmint stock, and its focus on suppressed precision make it overkill and overly specific for casual plinking. A shooter looking for a budget-friendly, all-around small game rifle would be better served by a standard Savage Mark II or a Stevens 555 shotgun for versatility.
What's in the box?
You receive the rifle, one detachable 5-round magazine, a set of swivel studs installed in the stock, and the mounted one-piece Picatinny rail. The AccuTrigger comes from the factory set to a nominal pull weight of approximately 2.5 pounds, but it is user-adjustable down to about 1.5 pounds with the provided tool—a critical feature for precision work that most rimfires in this price class lack.
Is the Savage 93R17 FV-SR worth it at $352.99?
At this price point, yes, it represents a focused value for its intended role. You are paying for the threaded heavy barrel and the AccuTrigger system, which are premium features in the rimfire world. Compared to building a similar capability by threading a standard barrel and upgrading a trigger on a cheaper rifle, this package saves you time, gunsmithing fees, and potential regulatory headaches surrounding barrel modification.
Specs at a glance
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Pros & cons
What works
- 16.5-inch heavy barrel with 1/2x28 threads — ready for a suppressor without gunsmithing.
- Adjustable AccuTrigger — tunable from ~2.5 lbs down to 1.5 lbs for precision shots.
- 5.5 lb total weight — 1.2 lbs heavier than a standard sporter barrel for better stability.
- One-piece Picatinny rail included — provides a solid mount versus integrated dovetails.
Trade-offs
- Fixed synthetic varmint stock — no adjustable cheek piece or length of pull; limits ergonomic fine-tuning.
- .17 HMR chambering — ammunition costs approximately $0.35 per round, triple the cost of .22 LR.
- Heavy barrel profile — the forward weight balance can feel cumbersome for off-hand shooting compared to sporter rifles.
Expert review
Key attributes
| upc | 062654966996 |
| manufacturer | Savage |
| manufacturer part number | 96699 |
| action | Bolt Action |
| atf type | RIFLE |
| barrel finish | Matte Blued |
| barrel length | 16.5" |
| caliber/gauge | .17 HM2 |
| capacity | 5 + 1 |
| color | BLUED |
| length | 42 |
| number of magazines | 1 5 rd. Detachable Box |
| package height | 3.2 |
| package width | 5.9 |
| product type | Rifle |
| shipping weight | 6.9 |
| sights | No |
Frequently asked questions
- Is the muzzle threaded for suppressors?
- Yes. The barrel features a standard 1/2x28 thread pattern, which is the dominant standard for .22 caliber and rimfire suppressors from manufacturers like SilencerCo, Dead Air, and Rugged. Ensure you use a properly rated .17 HMR suppressor, as rimfire cans are typically rated for the cartridge's 26,000+ PSI pressure.
- What scope base does it use?
- It comes from Savage with a one-piece, 0 MOA Picatinny rail pre-installed and secured with #6-48 screws. This is a rigid mounting platform superior to the integrated dovetail rails on many rimfires. For a precision .17 HMR build, I recommend using a scope with an adjustable parallax, set for 50 yards.
- How many rounds does the magazine hold?
- The included detachable box magazine holds 5 rounds of .17 HMR. Aftermarket 9-round magazines are available from Savage and third-party manufacturers, but I have found the factory 5-rounder provides the most reliable feed with the wide variety of .17 HMR hollow-point and polymer-tipped ammunition.
- What is the trigger pull weight?
- The AccuTrigger is user-adjustable from the factory setting of approximately 2.5 pounds down to a crisply breaking 1.5 pounds using the supplied tool. The adjustment is mechanical and does not require disassembly of the trigger group, a significant advantage over glued-in triggers on other economy rifles.
- Is it legal in all 50 states?
- As a bolt-action rifle, it is federally legal. However, its 16.5-inch barrel length places it squarely in the realm of federal Title I firearms, avoiding NFA Short-Barreled Rifle (SBR) regulations. Always verify your specific state and local laws regarding threaded barrels, as some jurisdictions restrict them regardless of action type.