The Savage Arms 42 Takedown is a break-action over/under combination gun chambered in .22 WMR over .410 bore with a 20-inch barrel. It has a single-shot configuration and breaks down for compact carry or storage. The receiver and stock are finished in OD Green. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Savage Arms 
• Model: 42 Takedown 
• Caliber: .22 WMR / .410 Bore 
• Action: Break Action 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Color/Finish: OD Green 
   

Detailed Features 

• Over/under combination: .22 WMR rifle barrel stacked over a .410 bore shotgun barrel 
• Takedown design for compact storage and transport 
• Single-shot capacity per barrel 
• 20-inch barrel length 
• OD Green synthetic stock and finish

Owners of the Savage 42 Takedown generally appreciate it as a practical utility gun that covers two different roles in a single, lightweight package. The combination of .22 WMR and .410 is seen as well-matched for small game and pest control in rural or backcountry settings. The takedown feature gets consistent praise for making the gun easy to pack.

Field handling draws mixed comments. Some owners find the break-action mechanism smooth and the OD Green finish durable through rough use, while others note the single-shot format slows follow-up shots compared to a semi-auto. The relatively light weight is a plus for carrying all day.

Value is where opinions differ most. Buyers who wanted a purpose-built backpacker or survival-style firearm see the 42 Takedown as well-priced for what it offers. Those comparing it to dedicated .22 WMR rifles or full-bore shotguns sometimes feel the compromise nature of a combo gun means it doesn't fully satisfy either role.