Description
The 21 Sharp cartridge turned plenty of heads when Winchester rolled it out, and Savage wasted no time chambering it in one of the most trusted rimfire platforms around. The Mark II FV-SR pairs that new round with a heavy, button-rifled 16.5-inch carbon steel barrel that is fluted to shave weight and threaded 1/2×28 at the muzzle. If you run a can, this is the kind of host that makes rimfire shooting almost comically quiet and pleasant. The 21 Sharp itself pushes a .21 caliber bullet from a case similar in length to a .22 LR, and it was designed from the ground up to run modern projectiles, including lead-free options, with better downrange consistency than grandpa's plinking round.
Why the Mark II FV-SR Earns Its Keep
Savage's user-adjustable AccuTrigger is the feature that keeps people coming back to the Mark II line. You can tune the pull weight down to a crisp, clean break without a trip to the gunsmith, which pays off big when you are trying to stack shots on small targets. The black synthetic stock shrugs off weather and knocks, and at roughly 5.5 pounds with a 35-inch overall length, this rifle is easy to carry through squirrel woods or toss in the truck for an afternoon at the range.
Setting Up Your FV-SR 21 Sharp
There are no iron sights on this one, and that is by design. A one-piece scope rail comes mounted on the receiver, so pick out a rimfire scope or a red dot, get it zeroed, and you are in business. Feeding comes from a 10-round detachable box magazine, giving you 10+1 on tap between reloads.
For anyone curious about where rimfire is headed, this is a smart way to get into the 21 Sharp game without breaking the bank. It hunts, it punches paper, and it does both with the kind of no-nonsense reliability the Mark II has built its reputation on for decades.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Savage Arms
- Model: Mark II FV-SR
- Manufacturer Part Number: 28741
- UPC: 062654287411
- Caliber: 21 Sharp
- Action: Bolt Action
- Capacity: 10+1
- Barrel Length: 16.5 in, heavy contour, fluted
- Barrel Material: Carbon steel, button rifled
- Muzzle Thread: 1/2×28
- Twist Rate: 1:10
- Stock: Black synthetic
- Overall Length: 35 in
- Weight: 5.5 lb
- Sights: None; one-piece scope rail installed
- Trigger: User-adjustable AccuTrigger
What’s Included
- Savage Mark II FV-SR 21 Sharp bolt-action rifle
- One 10-round detachable box magazine
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 21 Sharp cartridge, and can the Mark II FV-SR shoot .22 LR?
21 Sharp is a rimfire cartridge introduced by Winchester in 2024 that fires a .21 caliber bullet from a case similar in length to a .22 LR. It was built for modern bullet designs, including lead-free loads, with improved consistency downrange. This rifle is chambered specifically for 21 Sharp, so .22 LR ammunition should not be fired in it.
Is the Savage Mark II FV-SR 21 Sharp suppressor ready?
Yes. The 16.5-inch heavy barrel comes threaded 1/2×28 at the muzzle, which is the standard thread pattern for most rimfire suppressors and muzzle devices. Just spin your can on and enjoy some of the quietest shooting rimfire has to offer.
Does this rifle come with sights or a scope?
It does not include iron sights or an optic. Instead, it ships with a one-piece scope rail already mounted on the receiver, making it quick and easy to add a rimfire scope or red dot. Most buyers pair it with a compact rimfire scope for small game and target work.
Can I adjust the trigger on the Mark II FV-SR?
Yes. It features Savage's user-adjustable AccuTrigger, which lets you set the pull weight yourself within a range of roughly 2.5 to 6 pounds. It is a simple adjustment you can do at home, and dialing it in makes a real difference for precision shooting.





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