Savage Model 6
Savage Arms Company · Rifle · Discontinued · 1938
Also known as: Savage 6A, Savage 6B, Springfield Model 87, Ranger 110, Click Clack, Gill Gun
Overview
The Savage Model 6 is an American .22 Long Rifle rimfire rifle introduced in 1938. It is unusual in that it functions as a semi-automatic self-loader with the bolt handle folded in, or as a straight-pull manual repeater with the bolt handle pulled out, feeding from a tubular magazine beneath the barrel that holds up to 15 rounds of .22 LR. A takedown design, its action can be removed from the stock by loosening a single knurled screw. The bolt is held to the rear after each shot until the trigger is released, producing the distinctive 'click-clack' sound that earned it the nickname 'Click Clack' gun.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2720 g (95.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1137 mm (44.76") |
| Barrel Length | 610 mm (24.02") |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 15 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Tubular |
| Muzzle Velocity | 330 m/s (1083 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 141 J (104 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 22 LR, 5.6x15mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Tubular Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Takedown, Tubular Magazine, Convertible Semi Auto Or Straight Pull, Open Sights
Variants
- Savage Model 6A - Production Update
- Savage Model 6B - Production Update
Production
Production years: 1938-1968
Long-running mass-market rimfire also rebranded as Springfield Model 87 and Ranger 110
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Discontinued: 1968
Notes
Sold under other brand names including the Springfield Model 87 and the Ranger 110. Produced in successive 6A and 6B variants until the late 1960s.
Background
During the Second World War the Canadian Savage Arms Company's Model 6A was proposed as a sub-calibre training device to be fitted inside the Boys anti-tank rifle for economical marksmanship practice.