6mm Norma BR

Now Available in a Savage Production Rifle

- Stan Trzoniec

The Savage Model 12 Benchrest rifle was equipped with a Bushnell 6-24x 40mm scope and extended lens hood. It has a laminated stock, 29-inch barrel and a target trigger as standard equipment. Note the long forearm with vents for barrel cooling.

Recently, when visiting with Savage Arms on another project, walking through the factory and passing row upon row of completed rifles, one rack got my attention. Granted, there were only a few rifles, but with the different stocks and long barrels, they certainly turned my head. Upon questioning the shipper, they turned out to be the Savage Model 12 Benchrest, and of all things, chambered in the 6mm Norma BR. Needless to say, a call for a rifle went into the factory when I got home, and the research began on both the rifle and cartridge.

Looking at the catalog, the Model 12 Benchrest is listed under precision and target rifles. When it comes to specialty rifles, Savage is there to supply the need. On the pages of the catalog you will find rifles with names to fit their applications, like the Model 12 Palma, 12 F/TR, F Class, Benchrest, Long Range Precision and the Model 112 Magnum Target. With chamberings from the .223 Remington up to the .338 Lapua and stocks to fit many requests, there is really something for everyone.

From any angle, the Model 12 Benchrest rifle is impressive. The rifle has a tang safety. To remove the bolt, press down on the lever on the right side of the receiver just ahead of the bolt handle.