The Anschutz 1712 AV Silhouette is a bolt-action rimfire rifle chambered in .22 LR with an 18-inch threaded barrel and a two-stage trigger. It has a walnut stock and a blued finish with a 5-round capacity. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Anschutz 
• Model: 1712 AV Silhouette 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 18 inches 
• Stock: Walnut 
• Finish: Blued 
   

Detailed Features 

• 18-inch threaded barrel for suppressor or muzzle device attachment 
• Two-stage trigger 
• Walnut stock 
• 5-round magazine capacity 
• Blued finish on barrel and action

The Anschutz 1712 AV Silhouette has a strong following among precision rimfire shooters who consider the two-stage trigger one of the cleaner factory triggers available in a production .22 LR bolt gun. The walnut stock fits well for most, though a subset of competitive silhouette shooters eventually move to aftermarket chassis for a more adjustable setup.

The threaded 18-inch barrel is a practical addition that owners appreciate, making it straightforward to mount a suppressor for hearing-safe rimfire use. Some note that 18 inches is slightly shorter than traditional silhouette-class barrels, which is a mild trade-off for those focused on field portability over maximum muzzle velocity.

The 1712 AV sits at a price point where buyers expect a lot, and most feel it delivers. The common criticism is that the 5-round magazine capacity feels modest compared to competitors, though the quality of each shot tends to matter more than capacity in the silhouette discipline this rifle is built around.