Description
There is a reason the Mark II GY keeps showing up at sight-in days and family range trips year after year. Savage took their proven Mark II bolt action, trimmed the length of pull down to about 12.75 inches, shortened the barrel to 19 inches, and kept everything that makes the full-size rifle shoot so well. At right around 5 pounds and 37.75 inches overall, it fits smaller-framed kids and compact adults without feeling like a toy, because it isn't one. This is a real rifle, just scaled down.
Why the Mark II GY Makes Sense as a First Rifle
The big deal here is the AccuTrigger. Most budget-friendly youth rifles come with heavy, gritty triggers that teach kids to yank instead of squeeze. The Mark II GY gives them a crisp, user-adjustable trigger from day one, which builds good habits and makes those first tight groups happen a lot sooner. Pair that with a button-rifled carbon steel barrel and a 1:16 twist, and this little rimfire will outshoot plenty of rifles costing twice as much. Reviews on this one consistently mention how accurate it is right out of the box.
Hardwood Looks, Practical Setup
Instead of plain plastic, Savage fitted the GY with a satin-finished hardwood stock that gives it the feel of a classic sporter. The satin blued barrel and receiver round out a rifle that looks like something worth keeping, and plenty of these get handed down rather than traded in. Adjustable open sights come installed, which is exactly where new shooters should start, and the receiver is drilled and tapped so you can mount a scope down the road without any gunsmithing.
Feeding and Handling on the Savage Mark II Youth
The detachable 10-round box magazine makes loading and unloading simple, and the thumb safety sits right where small hands can reach it for easy, positive operation. Whether the plan is plinking cans, squirrel hunting, or formal marksmanship practice, this is a .22 that will handle all of it and stick around long after the kid outgrows the length of pull.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Savage Arms
- Model: Mark II GY (Youth)
- MPN: 60703
- UPC: 062654607035
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Action: Bolt Action
- Capacity: 10+1
- Barrel Length: 19"
- Barrel: Button-Rifled Carbon Steel
- Twist Rate: 1:16"
- Overall Length: 37.75"
- Weight: Approx. 5 lbs
- Stock: Satin Hardwood
- Finish: Satin Blued
- Sights: Adjustable Open Sights, Drilled & Tapped Receiver
- Safety: Thumb Safety
What’s Included
- Savage Mark II GY youth rifle
- 1 x 10-round detachable box magazine
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mount a scope on the Savage Mark II GY?
Yes. The receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, so all you need is a set of bases and rings to mount an optic. The included adjustable open sights are a great place for new shooters to start, and you can add glass later without any modification to the rifle.
What age or size shooter is the Mark II GY built for?
The GY has a shortened length of pull, a 19-inch barrel, and weighs right around 5 pounds, so it fits kids roughly in the 8 to 14 range depending on their build. It also works well for smaller-framed adults who find full-size rifles too long. Since it's a genuine Mark II action, most shooters don't outgrow the rifle itself, just the stock dimensions.
Is the AccuTrigger on this rifle adjustable?
It is. Savage's AccuTrigger lets you adjust the pull weight at home with the included tool, no gunsmith required. That means you can set it a bit heavier while a young shooter is learning and lighten it up as their skills improve. It's one of the main reasons this rifle shoots above its price class.
What is the Savage Mark II GY good for besides target practice?
This is a legitimate small game rifle. The button-rifled 19-inch barrel and 1:16 twist stabilize standard .22 LR loads well, making it a solid choice for squirrels and rabbits along with plinking and marksmanship training. Plenty of folks buy it as a first rifle and end up keeping it as their go-to lightweight .22.



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