The Savage Takedown Rifle Guide

A takedown rifle. Do you have one? Why would you need one? These rifles are handy for a variety of different tasks. Whether you're camping, farming, ranching, or just need an everyday rifle to have close by, takedown rifles are convenient for packing up taking with you wherever you go. Here's a full rundown on the Savage line of takedown rifles. 

Why You Need a Takedown Rifle 

A takedown rifle is convenient for multiple purposes. Their main feature; they're great for taking places where you can't normally fit a full-size rifle. They are popular for uses like camping, as a truck gun, or for a survival or bug-out rifle. They're easy to pack up and keep ready at a moment's notice for any adventure. 

Takedown rifles are also handy because they are often chambered in rimfire cartridges, making ammunition cheap and plentiful. Some of them also offer combination features, like our Model 42 Takedown that has both a rifle and shotgun barrel for multiple uses. The bottom line is, if you want a versatile rifle that you can have ready to take anywhere, a takedown rifle is a great option. 

Semi-Auto Shooters: A22 & 64 Takedown 

A semi-auto takedown rifle is a versatile pick. They can shoot fast, are useful for small game and pest control, but can also be enough fun to use for plinking at the range. We have a couple of semi-auto takedown rifles in our line, and here is a rundown on each of them. 

A22 Takedown 

Built off the fun and reliable A22 platform, the A22 Takedown is perfect for a variety of applications. The rifle's takedown functions via the twist of the barrel, with the chamber end of the barrel threaded into the breech for a quick and easy disconnect when you're ready to put it up. The A22 Takedown is chambered in 22 LR, and comes with a variety of other features including. 

• 10 round rotary magazine 
• Additional magazines storage in the buttstock 
• Pistol grip storage 
• Low profile sights 
• 1/2x28 threaded barrel
• Picatinny rail 

The A22 Takedown comes in either Black or FDE, and has an MSRP of $519. 

64 Takedown 

Based off the affordable Model 64 rimfire rifle, the 64 Takedown is a simple, effective, and fun takedown rifle. It features a barrel nut for removing the barrel from the action and stock, and stuffs into an included bug-out bag for easy transportation in your vehicle, on the range, or on the farm. The 64 Takedown features a 10-round box magazine, a drilled and tapped receiver for optics mounting, and has an MSRP of $309. 

The Combination: Model 42 Takedown 

The Model 42 Takedown is often what many people think of when they think of a classic takedown rifle. A break action combination rifle, the Model 42 utilizes a rimfire rifle barrel over a small-bore shotgun barrel to make it useful for both pest control, survival, and small game hunting. The rimfire rifle barrel comes chambered in either 22 LR or 22 WMR, and the shotgun barrel is chambered in 410 bore. The Model 42 Takedown also includes a bug out bag for carry and storage, as well as removable rifle sights in case you want to mount a Picatinny rail and add an optic. MSRP for the Model 42 Takedown is $629. 

Lever Evolution: Revel 

While the primary purpose of the Revel isn't as a survival rifle or a bug out gun, its takedown feature makes it handy for a variety of different tasks. It's great for small game hunting, trapping, using as a ranch rifle, or just having some fun on the range. The Revel comes in two models with different feature sets. 

• Revel Classic: The classic lever action rifle look. The Revel Classic has a straight stock, buckhorn sights, and a large lever loop. If you want a modern take on a classic lever action rimfire rifle, the Classic is your go-to choice. MSRP for the Revel Classic is $499. 
• Revel DLX: The Revel DLX takes the rimfire lever rifle and brings it into the modern age. A more modern stock design with a bird's head grip, a standard lever loop, and hooded front sight give the DLX a distinct look and feel. It's also threaded 1/2x28 for mounting your favorite suppressor to help keep shots quiet. MSRP for the Revel DLX is $629. 

Both Revel models are drilled and tapped for mounting optics. Their takedown feature is also the same, utilizing two captive push pins in the receiver to separate the lower and upper halves of the rifle for quick disassembly and easy storage. They are chambered in 22 LR, 22 WMR, and 17 HMR.  

Having a takedown rifle can be a fun and convenient way to have access to a firearm wherever you go. Whether you're on a backcountry camping trip, travelling across the country, heading to the range, or just want to stay prepared, they are versatile for a wide variety of situations. Whether you want to go with a fun semi-automatic shooter, a tried and true classic break action, or the nostalgic flair of a lever action, there's a Savage option that can fit your needs.