The Anschutz 1712 AV Silhouette is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .22LR with an 18-inch stainless steel barrel and a 5-round capacity. It has a Monte Carlo stock. The Silhouette configuration is built for precision target use. 
 

Key Specifications 

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

Detailed Features 

• 18-inch stainless steel barrel 
• Monte Carlo stock configuration 
• 5-round capacity 
• Silhouette-pattern target build

Owners of the Anschutz 1712 AV Silhouette treat it as a purpose-built target rifle, and most of the feedback centers on the precision the platform delivers at the bench. The stainless steel barrel and the Anschutz reputation for tight tolerances are frequently cited as the core reasons buyers choose it over domestic alternatives at a similar price.

The Monte Carlo stock divides opinions more than the action does. Competitive silhouette shooters generally find the cheek weld geometry well-matched to prone and bench positions, but casual plinkers sometimes find the stock dimensions less forgiving for quick offhand use. The 5-round capacity is treated as a non-issue for the intended silhouette and target context.

At the price point Anschutz commands, buyers accept the cost as entry into a quality tier, but a subset of the community argues the value is only realized if the shooter is disciplined enough to work within the rifle's intended use case. It rewards consistent fundamentals and punishes shortcuts.