Savage Arms Model 72 .22 LR Single-Shot Falling-Block Rifle, 22-Inch Octagon Barrel, Blued and Color Case-Hardened
This Savage Arms Model 72 is a full-size, single-shot .22 rimfire from the 1970s–1980s, built with a lever-activated falling-block action and an external hammer. It features a 22-inch blued octagon barrel, a color case-hardened steel receiver, and classic two-piece wood furniture. The barrel is factory-marked for .22 Short, Long, or Long Rifle, offering broad rimfire versatility in a simple, dependable design.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are some markings from previous handling and use.
What’s Included
- Savage Arms Model 72 single-shot rifle (.22 LR)
The Model 72 uses a lever-activated falling-block action, with the lever serving as the trigger guard for a compact, streamlined profile. It feeds one round at a time and is equipped with an external hammer and a half-cock notch. This setup delivers straightforward operation and secure manual control.
The 22-inch octagon barrel is blued steel, paired with a color case-hardened steel receiver that provides a distinctive, traditional look. The barrel is marked "MODEL 72 SAVAGE ARMS – WESTFIELD, MASS., U.S.A. 22 SHORT, LONG OR LONG RIFLE." for clear chambering guidance straight from the factory.
Sighting equipment includes a dovetailed blade front sight and an open rear sight with a stepped elevator, giving practical adjustability for rimfire distances. Both sights are mounted in the classic fashion for a clean, unobstructed sight picture.
The rifle wears two-piece wood furniture with a straight-grip buttstock, an uncheckered fore-end, and a black buttplate. Length of pull measures 13.25 inches, offering a comfortable, full-size fit.
Made in the United States and produced circa 1972–1989, this Model 72 represents Savage’s modern revival of the Stevens Crackshot-style single-shot rimfire. Its materials, finish, and layout reflect a traditional American rimfire built for simple, dependable use.