The Savage Mark I FVT is a single-shot bolt-action .22 LR rifle aimed at precision rimfire shooting. The single-shot design forces deliberate loading, which is useful for marksmanship training or for shooters who prefer slower-paced target work. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Mark I FVT 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 1 Round (Single Shot) 
• Barrel Length: 21 inches 
• Overall Length: 39.5 inches 
• Weight: 6.03 lbs (2.74 kg) 
• Twist Rate: 1:16 right-hand twist 
• Finish: Satin Blued 
• Stock Material: Synthetic (Matte Black) 
• Sights: Adjustable Peep 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The AccuTrigger is the centerpiece. Savage's user-adjustable trigger breaks cleanly and can be set light enough for target work without the sear-engagement risks of a home-modified trigger. The adjustable peep sights handle windage and elevation without tools, and they stay put once set. The 21-inch carbon steel barrel has a satin blue finish and spins at 1:16, which stabilizes standard .22 LR bullet weights well. At 6.03 lbs the gun sits steady on a bench but is light enough to carry during small game hunts. 
 

Usage 

 
The Mark I FVT is a solid choice for squirrel and rabbit hunting, where shot discipline matters more than round count. It also works as a fundamentals trainer before moving to a repeating rifle. Competitors in sporter or precision rimfire classes will find the AccuTrigger a meaningful advantage over rifles with factory trigger groups that can't be tuned.

Owners of the Savage Mark I FVT generally report strong accuracy out of the box, often noting that the AccuTrigger is the biggest contributor to the rifle's performance. It is frequently compared favorably to other rimfires in the same price range on that point alone.

Build quality comments are positive. The satin blue finish holds up well, the bolt runs smoothly, and new shooters find the single-shot loading sequence straightforward to learn.

The most common criticism is weight: at 6 lbs the Mark I runs heavier than many expect for a .22, and some users find it less maneuverable in tight brush. A few mention the stock fit as a preference issue rather than a defect. Neither complaint is about reliability or accuracy.