Description
Savage went all in on the Impulse KLYM. Take their American-made straight-pull action, wrap it in components from two of the most respected names in the precision world, and you get a 6.5 Creedmoor that weighs 6.6 pounds and still shoots like a rifle twice as heavy. The 22 inch barrel is a Proof Research stainless steel, cut-rifled blank wrapped in carbon fiber, which gives you the stiffness and consistency of a heavier contour without carrying the weight up a ridgeline. A 1:8 twist stabilizes the long, high-BC bullets that make the 6.5 Creedmoor such a favorite for open country hunting, and the 5/8×24 threaded muzzle wears an Omni-Port brake from the factory. Swap it for a suppressor whenever the mood strikes.
Why the Impulse KLYM's Straight-Pull Action Matters
Instead of the usual lift, pull, push, drop routine, the Impulse bolt cycles straight back and straight forward. That cuts your bolt work in half and keeps your eye in the scope for follow-up shots, which is a real advantage when an animal is moving and seconds count. The bolt handle is removable and can be set up on either side, so left-handed hunters get a genuinely workable rifle rather than an afterthought. Savage's Hexlock system locks the bolt securely into the barrel extension, and the familiar user-adjustable AccuTrigger lets you dial the pull down to a crisp, clean break.
Built for the Backcountry, Down to the Stock
The custom stock comes from Fine Ballistic Tools, with a carbon fiber forend and buttstock plus a one-button adjustable comb so you can get proper eye alignment behind bigger optics. Two sling studs and a Magnaswitch system come installed, and the aluminum receiver carries an integral one-piece 20 MOA rail, so mounting a long-range scope takes minutes. Feeding comes from a 4-round detachable box magazine for a 4+1 total, and a 2-position tang safety sits right under your thumb. For elk timber, high-elevation mule deer, or steel past 800 yards, this is the Impulse at its lightest and most capable.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 58103
- UPC: 011356581037
- Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
- Action: Straight-Pull Bolt Action
- Barrel: 22" Proof Research Carbon Fiber Wrapped Stainless Steel, Cut Rifled
- Twist Rate: 1:8
- Muzzle: 5/8×24 Threaded, Omni-Port Muzzle Brake Installed
- Capacity: 4+1
- Magazine: 4-Round Detachable Box
- Stock: FBT Custom Carbon Fiber with One-Button Adjustable Comb
- Receiver: Aluminum with Integral One-Piece 20 MOA Rail
- Trigger: User-Adjustable AccuTrigger
- Safety: 2-Position Tang
- Overall Length: 45.37"
- Weight: 6.6 lbs
- Sights: None (Optics Ready)
What’s Included
- Savage Impulse KLYM rifle
- One 4-round detachable box magazine
- Omni-Port muzzle brake (factory installed)
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the straight-pull action on the Impulse KLYM work?
Rather than lifting the bolt handle before cycling, you simply pull the bolt straight back to eject and push it straight forward to chamber the next round. Savage's Hexlock system uses hardened bearings to lock the bolt into the barrel extension when a round is chambered. The practical benefit is faster follow-up shots and less movement behind the scope, which is a big deal when a bull hangs up for only a few seconds.
Is the Savage Impulse KLYM good for left-handed hunters?
Yes, and better than most. The bolt handle is removable and multi-positional, so it can be swapped to the left side of the receiver, and the tang safety sits on centerline where either hand reaches it naturally. It is one of the few premium hunting rifles that treats lefties as more than an afterthought.
Does the Impulse KLYM come with a scope or iron sights?
No, it ships without sights, but it is fully optics ready. The aluminum receiver has a one-piece 20 MOA rail machined in, so you just need rings and a scope. The 20 MOA of built-in cant gives you extra elevation adjustment for stretching the 6.5 Creedmoor out to longer distances.
Can I run a suppressor on this rifle?
You can. The Proof Research barrel is threaded 5/8×24, which is the standard pattern for most 30 caliber and 6.5mm suppressors and muzzle devices. Just spin off the factory Omni-Port brake and thread on your can. Keep the brake handy though, since it does a nice job taming recoil on a rifle this light.




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