Love my Savage bolt rifles but they do have a tendency to rust if you don't keep them well coated. Hopefully they do a better job coating these, since backpacker type guns are tough to keep heavily greased when on the move. Thanks for the video! Hadn't even heard of this one before, looks pretty good.
@@rekzzz14 The backpacker 10/22 looks way better also. If savage was slapping these out for way cheaper than ruger it would be worth it but not around similar price. Also bx25 mags are nice
The "running" with a piece in each hand after the takedown is exactly what I would have done in your place. I laughed out loud and said "Excellent, yes." to myself.
100 yds with a takedown -- nothing wrong with that … great video as usual Have you ever tried the Browning .22 automatic takedown ….. bottom ejection loads from the stock….. used it for yrs on a plantation north of Tallahassee Florida
I love my savage bolt action rimfire.. I have wanted to do a backpacker takedown for the last year and now I may wait longer to see if magpul releases a stock for it
3:45 - I noticed something considerable in these two groups. In the first group, the first shot had noticeably more velocity than consecutive shots. In the 2nd group, the first two shots had higher velocity, while the rest were noticeably slower.
I've been rewatching Dual Survivor and it's got me thinking on what I need to set up an emergency situation backpack. This seems like a solid choice. I can pack .22LR ammo very easily and it's light. It holds mags in the butsock and looks like there is some extra room as well. Can put a firestarter inside the handle. Having a rifle like this to hunt small game if your life depends on it would feel like cheating.
My ruger take down would be off by a foot after taking the barrel off and on I called ruger and they told me to tighten the adjustment nut tighter and I did and problem solved.
Interesting. I bought a Savage A22 and at 55 years of age it was my first semi-auto rifle. Very very pleased with the gun. Surprised actually. I hunt small game and the accuracy is more than good enough for that. A good rabbit slayer. A sub-sonic target lr bullet will tumble inside a rabbit's rib cage causing massive damage... 2 ribs in and 4 going out.
Great video thanks. Honestly, how can it not be the wind? It affects my golf ball greatly. Appreciate the review thanks... how would this compare to the Ruger 10/22 the newer one... strictly for plinking indoor. Thanks.. The ease of takedown and cleaning is a big deal for me. The Savage sold down here comes with a scope.
Wish savage would have made the fore end nest into the buttstock like the magpul backpacker… if it came like that from the factory, damn this thing would be 10/10
Looks like Savage copied the Magpul Backpacker stock for the Ruger 10/22 - except the forearm doesn't seem to lock into the bottom of the stock. Or does it?
@@shawnschaitel838 what’s your point? I was making an observation. I mentioned nothing about the price. I like Savage and I like this A22 takedown…that said I do wish it was like the Magpul backpacker where the barrel clips into the rear of the stock instead of being two separate pieces.
I’ve owned both and here’s what I’ll say…the Ruger does have better aftermarket support but the Savage is far easier to disassemble and clean. There are flush and extended mags for both and both were accurate and ran well with multiple 22lr loads. Pick whichever one speaks to you more and you’ll likely enjoy it.
What is the length to pull on it? That's why I don't have a Ruger 10/22 cuz it's too short in the stock for me. I don't feel comfortable with it. And do you have to really put your head down heavy duty to get to the iron sights like they did when they first came out with in the first ones? That's all I got to ask. That's all I got to say about this. Good to see you back on the channel. I hope you enjoyed your turkey
That stock looks like my magpul X22 backpacker and does it come with it or did you have to get it aftermarket? Second does it use Ruger 10/22 magazines?
The stock is new, as is the rifle, for Savage. It’s the stock that comes with it and it does not take 10/22 mags. The Savage mags are similar, 10-round rotary, but they’re proprietary to Savage. Butler Creek also makes 25-round mags for the A-22.
I am a little confused which is not unusual. Are you saying that the zero moved a quarter to half inch after you broke down the rifle? is that to be expected every time ?
Yes the zero point can move because the barrel was removed and the scope is mounted to the receiver. That’s why there are scour type mounts for the Ruger, which mount an optic to the barrel, thus not causing a zero shift. The only downside to the Ruger scout style mount is, you’d have to pick an optic that isn’t dependent on eye relief, like a red dot. The shift is minimal…I had a Ruger takedown for years with a red dot on it and it reliably and repeatedly hit targets after disassembly/reassembly.
I just wanna ask. Why does it sound so clunky with a suppressor? Or is that just my phone? Sounds like a toy plastic gun hitting plastic to plastic. Lmk plz
@22plinkster The green tags what was your bullet drop at 100 yards? I find with my 10/22 green tags drop as much as 6 inches with my model 60 they drop 4.5 inches at 100 yards. Savage has always made good budget rifles, but I think they out did Ruger on the takedowns. Just so you know I'm no fan of take down rifles the bullet shift you had is only one reason to not want one.
I have several .22s and they don't do much for me but they are good for getting the ladies started. Unfortunately once they shoot one of the larger guns they don't want to go back to the .22.
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Good question, I've been thinking about getting a 64 for a long time. For the price of the 64 compared to a 10/22 takedown it's a lot more value than the 1022's which in addition are known to be more plagued with jams.
@@mariner3485 Nice, that reminds me I wanted the Marlin Papoose ever since I watched NutNFancy do his review on it as his version of the best takedown survival rifle.
I had a 64 for a very short time…very poorly made and it would jam repeatedly if it wasn’t spotlessly clean…like 20-25 rounds and it would start jamming. I very quickly moved on to better firearms. I’ve had several 10/22’s and an A22…they were all good rifles and worked well without issues.
When you are shooting a group you don't chase your previous shots. You just maintain the same point of aim and check the POI and MPI at the end of the string.
I dont see the real difference to a 10-22 tactical TD. Possibly the trigger is better on this...the Rugers original trigger is like pulling trough oatmeal. :)
Magpul works with a variety of companies, for instance you can get a 110 with a Magpul stock directly from Savage. Thompson Center also used a Magpul type stock on their 10/22 clone.
nothing wrong with savage, just rather have my ruger take down, it will do the exact same thing the savage does, only difference with mine it's scope only no iron sights
Survival scenarios I believe. Say you go on a week long backpacking trip and get lost or hurt. This backpack rifle will be handy for hunting small game and warding off any predators. Having it in a backpack keeps you from needing to carry it constantly.
Poaching! Hunting where you're not supposed to and don't want to draw attention to yourself. I've got a couple of Little Badgers in 22LR and 22WMR for such purposes. Very useful.
@@scottyV1000 Yes, I agree. I was simply answering the question why it's called and marketed as a backpack gun. I'd personally rather have a 10mm in a chest rig holster for any bear encounters. Also remember, not every state has bears.
Slightly disappointed, not with your video, it was great as always. I was hoping that the forend would click into the notch in the buttstock like the magpul backpacker and i couldn't tell if it could take ruger mags but it doesn't look like it does. Be alot cooler if it did 😎
I prefer to split my takedown to the sides of my backpack but that does seem odd that they didn't go the extra mile and make it work like the Magpul stock.
Love my Savage bolt rifles but they do have a tendency to rust if you don't keep them well coated. Hopefully they do a better job coating these, since backpacker type guns are tough to keep heavily greased when on the move.
Thanks for the video! Hadn't even heard of this one before, looks pretty good.
Looks a lot like a Ruger 10/22 takedown with the Magpul Backpacker stock. Same three mag storage, etc. It's a nice setup.
Yes, except the ruger x22 backpacker barrel attaches to the stock when disassembled. This one does not
@@rekzzz14 The backpacker 10/22 looks way better also. If savage was slapping these out for way cheaper than ruger it would be worth it but not around similar price. Also bx25 mags are nice
EXCELLENT demonstration!
Thank You.
Just remember, we’re shooting for groups, not bull’s-eyes, then proceeds to shoot out the bullseye at 100 yards!!! 😂😂😂
He's shooting from a rest lol
Looks like one more 22 for the collection.
I was about to buy the Fletcher Rifleworks open top and now I am having second thoughts. Great video!
Just a heads up Fletcher Rifle Works open top is not compatible with the 10/22 Takedown model.
The "running" with a piece in each hand after the takedown is exactly what I would have done in your place. I laughed out loud and said "Excellent, yes." to myself.
I'd be curious if there is a POI shift if you put pressure on the front handguard. My ruger is sensitive to it for sure.
100 yds with a takedown -- nothing wrong with that … great video as usual
Have you ever tried the Browning .22 automatic takedown ….. bottom ejection loads from the stock….. used it for yrs on a plantation north of Tallahassee Florida
Love it, wish my ruger had a threaded barrel.
I love my savage bolt action rimfire.. I have wanted to do a backpacker takedown for the last year and now I may wait longer to see if magpul releases a stock for it
3:45 - I noticed something considerable in these two groups. In the first group, the first shot had noticeably more velocity than consecutive shots. In the 2nd group, the first two shots had higher velocity, while the rest were noticeably slower.
So are gonna be getting a takedown 22 mag? That’s be pretty cool!
Good for me, just got me one, thanks for the review brother.
I've been rewatching Dual Survivor and it's got me thinking on what I need to set up an emergency situation backpack.
This seems like a solid choice. I can pack .22LR ammo very easily and it's light. It holds mags in the butsock and looks like there is some extra room as well. Can put a firestarter inside the handle.
Having a rifle like this to hunt small game if your life depends on it would feel like cheating.
Awesome review as always, can’t wait to see what ya do with a cz457…
They should make one with a 16 inch barrel and a last round bolt hold open feature. Then I'd buy it.
My ruger take down would be off by a foot after taking the barrel off and on I called ruger and they told me to tighten the adjustment nut tighter and I did and problem solved.
First shot wing was probably cold bore/cold suppressor. Great shooting Sir.
Interesting. I bought a Savage A22 and at 55 years of age it was my first semi-auto rifle. Very very pleased with the gun. Surprised actually. I hunt small game and the accuracy is more than good enough for that. A good rabbit slayer. A sub-sonic target lr bullet will tumble inside a rabbit's rib cage causing massive damage... 2 ribs in and 4 going out.
I BOTH WANT AND NEED THIS RIFLE
Daddy likey..... a .22 mag version would be awesome and be a great prepper rifle due to the higher capability of the round.
Great test !!
Prepped round… it’s just a 22mag fam. Buy the LR and it’ll do everything you need a 22 to do. The mag is no more capable than a LR
Great insight, I’ll have to do some research about .22lr
Great video thanks. Honestly, how can it not be the wind? It affects my golf ball greatly. Appreciate the review thanks... how would this compare to the Ruger 10/22 the newer one... strictly for plinking indoor. Thanks.. The ease of takedown and cleaning is a big deal for me. The Savage sold down here comes with a scope.
I would love to see that same exercise conducted with a Browning BA-22.
Mag Pull stock...have one on my Ruger
Wish savage would have made the fore end nest into the buttstock like the magpul backpacker… if it came like that from the factory, damn this thing would be 10/10
Great idea to have ammunition storage in the stock
Looks like Savage copied the Magpul Backpacker stock for the Ruger 10/22 - except the forearm doesn't seem to lock into the bottom of the stock. Or does it?
@@mariner3485 from what I’ve seen it does not lock together like the Magpul stock, it’s more like the regular 10/22 takedowns
Looks like a pretty cool rifle
Does it use Ruger rotary mags.
Storage in the stock is definitely a good design
They basically copied the Ruger 10/22 Magpul Backpacker
@@scotteger6271 so what even ruger wasnt the first to do it either not to mention this is MSRP at 200 usd less roughluy
@@shawnschaitel838 what’s your point? I was making an observation. I mentioned nothing about the price. I like Savage and I like this A22 takedown…that said I do wish it was like the Magpul backpacker where the barrel clips into the rear of the stock instead of being two separate pieces.
Good shooting Bought the 22 mag milinium bolt action lite weight. Haven't tried it yet.
Would you choose this one over the Ruger 10/22 takedown?
@The Revolver Den Agreed, with Ruger the stock rifle is just a starting point especially if you’ve discovered Tandem Cross.
I’ve owned both and here’s what I’ll say…the Ruger does have better aftermarket support but the Savage is far easier to disassemble and clean. There are flush and extended mags for both and both were accurate and ran well with multiple 22lr loads. Pick whichever one speaks to you more and you’ll likely enjoy it.
They made a great rifle, if ONLY they made it so the barrel clips into the stock like the ruger takedown with a magpul stock!
Mabye magpul will come to the rescue!
Like father like son. 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽
Their new 64 model has a rear plastic cap that can deform and cause major problems.
I'm gonna have to pick one up now.
What about cycling with sub sonic ammo
5:49 Backpacking sounds 🔊🔊🔊
Nice! Now let's see it in a magnum!!
Sure but 22lr is still survival king
Yes the groups didn't move much but all 3 were different. And if it was never zeroed to begin with it how do we know if it shifted.
What is the length to pull on it? That's why I don't have a Ruger 10/22 cuz it's too short in the stock for me. I don't feel comfortable with it. And do you have to really put your head down heavy duty to get to the iron sights like they did when they first came out with in the first ones? That's all I got to ask. That's all I got to say about this. Good to see you back on the channel. I hope you enjoyed your turkey
make some spacers for the stock to adjust your length of pull to suit you. trust me it's not hard to do.
There are a ton of aftermarket adjustable stocks for cheap. Best part about the 10/22
This looks fun, but I just bought a brand new Browning SA-22. Maybe in a few years.
You should try the CZ 457 Royal, w/the 16".
That stock looks like my magpul X22 backpacker and does it come with it or did you have to get it aftermarket? Second does it use Ruger 10/22 magazines?
The stock is new, as is the rifle, for Savage. It’s the stock that comes with it and it does not take 10/22 mags. The Savage mags are similar, 10-round rotary, but they’re proprietary to Savage. Butler Creek also makes 25-round mags for the A-22.
I am a little confused which is not unusual. Are you saying that the zero moved a quarter to half inch after you broke down the rifle? is that to be expected
every time ?
Yes the zero point can move because the barrel was removed and the scope is mounted to the receiver. That’s why there are scour type mounts for the Ruger, which mount an optic to the barrel, thus not causing a zero shift. The only downside to the Ruger scout style mount is, you’d have to pick an optic that isn’t dependent on eye relief, like a red dot. The shift is minimal…I had a Ruger takedown for years with a red dot on it and it reliably and repeatedly hit targets after disassembly/reassembly.
I just wanna ask. Why does it sound so clunky with a suppressor? Or is that just my phone? Sounds like a toy plastic gun hitting plastic to plastic. Lmk plz
I'll keep my Marlin papoose, simple, accurate, nice carry bag, I even made a custom beechwood front stock!
.....Savage 64 takedown
Is that a magpul stock or foes the cone standard stock
You know what you call a scope with no parallax adjustment?
A Hammer.
Where's Winchester 36gr. Jacket Hollow Point Ammo At ?? Can't find it NO WHERE
Hey plinkster what would be your number pick for a rimfire takedown rifle??
@22plinkster The green tags what was your bullet drop at 100 yards? I find with my 10/22 green tags drop as much as 6 inches with my model 60 they drop 4.5 inches at 100 yards. Savage has always made good budget rifles, but I think they out did Ruger on the takedowns. Just so you know I'm no fan of take down rifles the bullet shift you had is only one reason to not want one.
5:50... 🤣😂🤣 !!
Awesome !!
I didn't get an answer to my question
What is the length of pool on it?
Does it come with three mags?
Now I'd like to see Rossi come out with a take down model,maybe that would get ruger to lower its price.
Will it take 10/22 mags?
Winner winner Squirrel Dinner!!!!!!
Prefer how Volquartsen design their takedown requiring no twisting on the barrel section.
I wish US price was the same as Canadian....FYI...529.99 here...and next week our canadian laws will make it prohibited to own!
Why will it be prohibited? I thought they're only going after centerfire?
@@shanedelaney3146 bill c21....are trying any firearm with a box magazine ....prohibited
You can't have my Marlin Papoose!
That stock would be awesome on a regular A17/A22
@22plinkster13 Reported, bot scum
Please tell them to make a decent magazine for this rifle!!
Going to be at Shot this year?
are they going to get sued by magpul for copying their stock that they made for the ruger 10/22 takedown?
How does the A22 compare to the 64?
Wondering if the detent ball mechanism will wear out with use?....
my concern as well
Another good gun and a good review
I got to have one.
IF YOU DONT OWN A .22, ARE YOU EVEN A GUN NUT?????
I have several .22s and they don't do much for me but they are good for getting the ladies started. Unfortunately once they shoot one of the larger guns they don't want to go back to the .22.
I wonder where they got that idea from?
Remington nylon 22 for the win. Lol
So it's a 10-22 with a Magpul backpacker stock?
Ok
Does it come in 22 mag?
The only thing savage does well is their 10 and 110 series . Otherwise theyre cheap and work but aren't the most durable .
Wrong!
That detent mechanism makes it a hard no for me.
5:51 Please make a meme 😂❤️
Great truck gun..
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The person contacting you is a scam
SCAM!
What about savage 64 takedown?
Good question, I've been thinking about getting a 64 for a long time. For the price of the 64 compared to a 10/22 takedown it's a lot more value than the 1022's which in addition are known to be more plagued with jams.
@@alexanderheling2057 I have the Savage 'Papoose clone''! Nice little rifle.
@@mariner3485 Nice, that reminds me I wanted the Marlin Papoose ever since I watched NutNFancy do his review on it as his version of the best takedown survival rifle.
I had a 64 for a very short time…very poorly made and it would jam repeatedly if it wasn’t spotlessly clean…like 20-25 rounds and it would start jamming. I very quickly moved on to better firearms.
I’ve had several 10/22’s and an A22…they were all good rifles and worked well without issues.
Do the two pieces lock together (without the suppressor) like Magpuls X-22 backpacker stock?
Not from what I’ve seen so far…it appears to be more like the regular 10/22 takedown rifles
Where can I get one!
curious how ur aiming if u cant see poi?
When you are shooting a group you don't chase your previous shots. You just maintain the same point of aim and check the POI and MPI at the end of the string.
Very reasonable price.
I dont see the real difference to a 10-22 tactical TD. Possibly the trigger is better on this...the Rugers original trigger is like pulling trough oatmeal. :)
But you can customize a 10/22 with an aftermarket trigger. Is there any for the A22 a?
@@donaldferguson5637 The first mod on both my 10/22 TDS was the BX trigger.
@@donaldferguson5637 It already comes with a better trigger than you can get on the Ruger, but yes, JARD makes one for it.
Man that “clang” may be worse than a 10/22
Cool vid
Savage has had take down model 64 for years. This isn't their first rodeo with take down models.
I get the feeling magpuls lawyers will be getting their hands on that stock asap
Savage has several guns with the same stock design, they have for a while. For all we know they have a deal with magpul.
Magpul works with a variety of companies, for instance you can get a 110 with a Magpul stock directly from Savage.
Thompson Center also used a Magpul type stock on their 10/22 clone.
I have a Savage 64a. LoL
it's embarrassing to see you schlepping for a manufacturer - and I'm actually a serious Savage fan...
nothing wrong with savage, just rather have my ruger take down, it will do the exact same thing the savage does, only difference with mine it's scope only no iron sights
What is a purpose for needing a 22 in a backpack? Can anyone explain that to me?
Survival scenarios I believe. Say you go on a week long backpacking trip and get lost or hurt. This backpack rifle will be handy for hunting small game and warding off any predators. Having it in a backpack keeps you from needing to carry it constantly.
Poaching! Hunting where you're not supposed to and don't want to draw attention to yourself. I've got a couple of Little Badgers in 22LR and 22WMR for such purposes. Very useful.
@@chriswalker68 If you run into a bear that will just piss it off. Ruger makes a more effective take down with their PC Carbine.
@@scottyV1000 Yes, I agree. I was simply answering the question why it's called and marketed as a backpack gun. I'd personally rather have a 10mm in a chest rig holster for any bear encounters. Also remember, not every state has bears.
Takedowns are sure nice for coon hunting.
Sad that Savage would just mimic a 10/22 with a magpul stock... not ready for innovating, or just lazy?
What suppressor do you have on your Savage A22? And where can i buy 1 like that?
You think you could get off with self defense if your shooting at a savage squirrel at 100 yards? 😂
Too bad it isn't stainless.
I want to come out and shoot with you sometime.
Dream rage day
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Did they rip off the Magpul stock for the Ruger 10/22 or is it licensed/collab/etc?
Slightly disappointed, not with your video, it was great as always. I was hoping that the forend would click into the notch in the buttstock like the magpul backpacker and i couldn't tell if it could take ruger mags but it doesn't look like it does. Be alot cooler if it did 😎
Winchester has a Turkish knockoff that does
@@Bigbigpoopi the stock or the mags?
The A22 has existed for quite some time and they take their own proprietary magazines.
I prefer to split my takedown to the sides of my backpack but that does seem odd that they didn't go the extra mile and make it work like the Magpul stock.