Savage Arms Model 5 .22 LR Bolt-Action Rifle | Pre-1946 Utica Production, Modern Fiber-Optic Sights, 24" Barrel, 15-Round Tube
This pre-1946 Savage Arms Model 5 blends classic American rimfire design with practical modern upgrades. A Utica, NY roll-mark confirms its early production status, while newly installed fiber-optic sights give it a bright, fast sight picture. With a 24-inch carbon-steel barrel, 15-round tubular magazine, and walnut stock, this full-size bolt gun offers collectible appeal and everyday utility in the same package.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair – Shows extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair – Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Rifling Condition: Fair – Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: Scratches and blemishes are visible on the metal surfaces, with scattered rust freckles and areas of light pitting. Despite the wear, the action cycles smoothly and the bore remains shiny.
What’s Included
- Savage Arms Model 5 bolt-action rifle with installed fiber-optic front and rear sights
Produced in the 1930s–1940s, this Model 5 lacks an external serial number, a normal trait for U.S. firearms made before 1968. The Utica roll-mark and patent stamp 2,094,577 on the cartridge lifter authenticate its early manufacture and add collectible interest.
The rifle’s original open sights have been replaced by a screw-on red fiber-optic front bead and an adjustable fiber-optic rear leaf. These upgrades offer faster target acquisition and improved visibility in varied lighting, bringing contemporary functionality to a vintage platform.
A 24" carbon-steel barrel feeds from a 15-round tubular magazine and will chamber .22 Short, .22 Long, or .22 Long Rifle interchangeably. The polished bolt body and smooth bolt throw make cycling straightforward and reliable.
The walnut stock features a pistol grip, coarse machine checkering at the wrist, and a steel butt-plate with vertical serrations. At 13", the length of pull balances well for most shooters, while the full-size profile gives the rifle a steady feel on the bench or in the field.
Finished in classic blued steel, this Model 5 remains a solid, functional rimfire with period-correct markings and tasteful modern sight upgrades—ideal for collectors who appreciate vintage Savage craftsmanship and shooters who value practical enhancements.