The Savage Arms 25 Walking Varminter Camo is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .17 Hornet, aimed at varmint hunters and sport shooters who want light recoil and good accuracy at moderate range. The .17 Hornet cartridge delivers a flat trajectory with minimal recoil, which means quick target reacquisition after each shot. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Model: 25 Walking Varminter 
• Caliber: .17 Hornet 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Overall Length: 41.75 inches 
• Weight: 6.90 lbs (3.13 kg) 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds (Detachable Box Magazine) 
• Trigger Type: AccuTrigger 
• Safety Type: Manual Thumb 
   

Detailed Features: 

The AccuTrigger lets shooters adjust pull weight to their preference, which helps with consistency shot to shot. The fixed synthetic stock keeps the setup stable during aiming and holds up well in field conditions. The rifle ships with a matte black finish on the metal and a Realtree Max-1 camo pattern on the stock, useful for concealment in open-country varmint hunting. The receiver is drilled and tapped so mounting a scope requires no gunsmithing. 
 

Target Audience: 

This rifle fits varmint hunters going after prairie dogs, coyotes, or similar small game at moderate distances. It also works fine for casual target shooting. The lightweight package — under 7 lbs — keeps carry manageable on longer walks. 
 

Usage Scenarios: 

Out in open fields or light cover, the camo stock and 22-inch barrel give the shooter enough reach for varmint work without adding unnecessary bulk. The AccuTrigger setup translates well to paper targets too, so the rifle pulls double duty between hunting season and range days.

Owners of the Savage Arms 25 Walking Varminter Camo in .17 Hornet tend to rate it positively, particularly for varmint hunting use.

Accuracy gets mentioned most often. Shooters report tight groupings at typical varmint distances, which makes the rifle practical for small game and pests.

The .17 Hornet caliber draws consistent praise for its flat trajectory and light recoil. Follow-up shots are quick, and the round does the job on small targets without excessive meat damage.

Build quality reviews are generally favorable. The construction is considered solid for the price, and the camo finish holds up in the field.

The bolt is smooth and the manual thumb safety straightforward, so the rifle is easy to run even for shooters newer to bolt-action guns.

Some users have discussed adding optics or aftermarket stocks. The drilled-and-tapped receiver makes scoping simple.

On value, the consensus is that it competes well against other rifles in its price range given what it delivers on accuracy and reliability.

The most common criticism is weight. At 6.90 lbs, some hunters find it heavier than expected for a walk-around varmint gun. A few also mention wanting a higher magazine capacity than 4+1.