{"id":807,"date":"2023-03-21T15:44:13","date_gmt":"2023-03-21T15:44:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=807"},"modified":"2023-03-21T15:44:13","modified_gmt":"2023-03-21T15:44:13","slug":"review-mauser-18-savanna-a-new-rifle-from-old-company-performs-well","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=807","title":{"rendered":"Review: Mauser 18 Savanna \u2014 A New Rifle From Old Company Performs Well\ufffc"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/\">Home<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/firearms\/\">Firearms<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/firearms\/rifles\/\">Rifles<\/a> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">Review: Mauser 18 Savanna \u2014 A New Rifle From Old Company Performs Well\ufffc<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>When the name <em>Mauser<\/em> comes to mind, most of us envision a World War II era rifle. The German gunmaker is still around, and today its focus has shifted from battle to hunting rifles. I was fortunate to get my hands on a new sample of its Savanna, a variant of Mauser\u2019s new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/mauser\/firearms\/rifles\/?brand=Mauser&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-mauser-18-savanna-new-rifle-old-company-performs-well%EF%BF%BC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Model 18<\/a> series, to discover this company can also make a classic hunting rifle with updated features.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/mauser\/firearms\/rifles\/?brand=Mauser&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-mauser-18-savanna-new-rifle-old-company-performs-well%EF%BF%BC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mauser<\/a> describes the design of the 18 Savanna as being for short distances and tight terrain. It sports a 22-inch barrel and synthetic stock around a Remington 700-based bolt action. The sample pictured here has tan-colored furniture. Longer-barreled variants are offered in two types of camo.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"401\" alt=\"Mauser Savanna .30-06 rifle laying across a wood log\" class=\"wp-image-86729 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=300%2C188&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=150%2C94&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=640%2C401&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=640%2C401&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Mauser Savanna .30-06 rifle laying across a wood log\" class=\"wp-image-86729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=300%2C188&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=150%2C94&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The Savanna by Mauser has the shortest barrel of its new Model 18 series. The barrel is 22 inches. We added the Leupold rail to the drilled, tapped receiver. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Features<\/h2>\n<p>To be more specific, the blued barrel is hammer forged and 17mm in diameter. It\u2019s threaded with a plain, easily removed end cap that stays true to the gun\u2019s traditional look. The thread pitch varies by chambering. In the case of the .30-06 Springfield sample in this article, it\u2019s 9\/16\u00d724.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/rebate-central.html\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/sw_firearmfrenzy_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/sw_firearmfrenzy_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Speaking of chambering choices, there\u2019s a plethora. Consumers can pick from .223 Remington, .243 Winchester, .270 Winchester, 6.5 Precision Rifle Cartridge, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, 7mm Remington Magnum, and .300 Winchester Magnum. This model is thus capable of taking on any four-legged game of choice, including the largest ones, when chambered accordingly. Case in point: my co-reviewer made a respectable 300-yard, one-shot kill on a Barbary ram with this rifle. The .30-06 Springfield round did not exit the animal.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/rebate-central.html\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/sw_firearmfrenzy_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/sw_firearmfrenzy_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>The lightweight stock has texturized black highlights at operator contact points including the grip, cheek rest, and recoil pad. The latter is removable with a squeeze of the black tabs on the buttstock to reveal a storage compartment, reminiscent of the storage on most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/tactical\/rifles\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-mauser-18-savanna-new-rifle-old-company-performs-well%EF%BF%BC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AK-style rifles<\/a>. Remove the foam insert inside, and the space transforms from matchbox-size to large enough for, say, a cleaning kit, fire-starting supplies, or the skinnier components of an MRE.<\/p>\n<p>Those who like a semi-custom trigger should be pleased with the single-stage, adjustable model on the Savanna. I find it to be plenty light out of the box for a hunting arm. I estimate pull at two to three pounds, with no creep. Likewise, the bolt runs with no wasted motion. A little assertion is required to start it on its path, which is typical of most bolt guns.<\/p>\n<p>The five-round, detachable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/magazines\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-mauser-18-savanna-new-rifle-old-company-performs-well%EF%BF%BC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">magazine<\/a> worked well during the several sessions in which my partner and\/or I have put rounds downrange through the Savanna, staying easy to eject, load with ammo, and secure into the receiver. The exception to five-round capacity is the .300 WM Savanna, which has a four-round mag. A thumb-operated, textured, three-position safety is located on the top right of the grip, accessible enough for left-handed shooters. Mauser made sure its operation is silent, so as to not startle game. There is no palpable play that I\u2019m able to detect in the action. It operates with confidence-inspiring consistency.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Box magazine loaded with 5 rounds of .30-06 Springfield ammunition being loaded into a Mauser 18 rifle\" class=\"wp-image-86727 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Box magazine loaded with 5 rounds of .30-06 Springfield ammunition being loaded into a Mauser 18 rifle\" class=\"wp-image-86727\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The box magazine release and the mag itself function well. Mauser made stealth a priority in the Savanna\u2019s construction. Magazine removal and insertion can be done silently. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Results<\/h2>\n<p>That all sounds good, but how does it shoot? I put the 18 Savanna on a bench with a target set at 100 yards. I wanted to find out whether the typical accuracy claims are true, and which of our limited assortment of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-mauser-18-savanna-new-rifle-old-company-performs-well%EF%BF%BC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ammo<\/a> yields the tightest group. A downside of the .30-06 cartridge is seasonal shortages\u2014manufacturers tend to not push much out their doors except for fall hunting season.<\/p>\n<p>Three loads from three companies were tested with five-shot groups. Between a cold bore shot and two shooter error flyers, they\u2019re measured as four-shot groups with the \u201cflyers\u201d eliminated. Results were as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/remington\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-mauser-18-savanna-new-rifle-old-company-performs-well%EF%BF%BC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remington<\/a> Core-Lokt 165-Grain <\/strong>had the widest five-shot group at 2.0 inches. Some of that may be attributed to including the cold bore shot. While its paper performance was somewhat lacking, this is the round that killed the Barbary sheep at 300 yards.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Mauser 18 Savanna rifle, right profile, on a shooting mat with Remington Core-Lokt, SIG Elite Hunter, and Hornady Outfitter ammo boxes\" class=\"wp-image-86724 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Mauser 18 Savanna rifle, right profile, on a shooting mat with Remington Core-Lokt, SIG Elite Hunter, and Hornady Outfitter ammo boxes\" class=\"wp-image-86724\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>A trio of ammo brands were used to test accuracy. They are Remington Core-Lokt, SIG Elite Hunter, and Hornady Outfitter. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/sig-sauer\/ammunition\/?brand=SIGSauer&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-mauser-18-savanna-new-rifle-old-company-performs-well%EF%BF%BC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SIG Sauer<\/a> Elite Hunter 165-Grain <\/strong>performed well in terms of grouping with a 1.25-inch spread. The ammo supplied by SIG Sauer was from the pandemic lockdown\/materials shortage era, and some components (including case material and bullet tip) are obviously not the same as advertised (not the same colors). Several rounds failed to detonate. The ones that did were plenty accurate. SIG makes great ammo that I\u2019ve made a good kill with before. SIG\u2019s virus-era stopgap measures are not something I hold against the company.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/hornady\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-mauser-18-savanna-new-rifle-old-company-performs-well%EF%BF%BC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hornady<\/a> Outfitter 180-Grain <\/strong>was the standout performer by a narrow margin over SIG Sauer. This pricey load is of great quality, turning in a 0.75-inch group.<\/p>\n<p>This is representative of typical hunting ammunition, obtained with hunting, not target practice, in mind. Not all perfect target ammunition performs well on game, and vice versa. To my way of thinking, these groups are an exercise to find out which brand and grain weights this individual Mauser 18 Savanna shoots best. It\u2019s not uncommon for a different rifle of the same brand and model to shoot differently. Know which loads your gun barrel prefers.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Mauser 18 .30-06 rifle with a box of Hornady Outfitter ammo\" class=\"wp-image-86725 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Mauser 18 .30-06 rifle with a box of Hornady Outfitter ammo\" class=\"wp-image-86725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Hornady Outfitter, the heaviest load tested at 180 grains, proved to be the best performer in terms of accuracy with the Savanna. It\u2019s not cheap, but it performed extremely well. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>I think Mauser delivers on its promises with the 18 Savanna. It\u2019s a manageable 41.9 inches and lightweight at 6.4 pounds before ammo\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/scopes-and-optics\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=review-mauser-18-savanna-new-rifle-old-company-performs-well%EF%BF%BC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">optic<\/a>. Simple, traditional styling and doing the basics well is a recipe for a hunting rifle that will last for many seasons. And even though the company\u2019s culturally na\u00efve, nearly hilarious slogan for the Model 18 is \u201cMen Prefer No Fuss,\u201d this American woman finds it entirely non-fussy and practical to shoot as well.<\/p>\n<p>The current MSRP is reasonable for this good-looking, good-shooting rifle. It\u2019s set at $849 for the Savanna tan-colored stock or $949 for camouflage stock models with a longer barrel.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>The Mauser name is synonymous with strength and quality, but Mausers have been out of the spotlight for far too long. Are you a Mauser fan. Which caliber would you choose for a Mauser 18 Savanna? Share your answers in the comment section.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Mauser Savanna .30-06 rifle with a Picatinny top rail on a wood-topped table\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86728 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"86728\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt-2.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt-2.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt-2.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Mauser Savanna .30-06 rifle with a Picatinny top rail on a wood-topped table\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86728\" data-id=\"86728\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt-2.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt-2.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt-2.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">This rifle is made for medium\/large game pursuits where carrying a larger rifle would be cumbersome. It proved itself in the field, with my colleague taking a Barbary ram at 300 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Savanna rifle with Mauser 18 on the barrel\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86722 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"86722\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-021.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-021.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-021.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-021.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Savanna rifle with Mauser 18 on the barrel\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86722\" data-id=\"86722\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-021.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-021.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-021.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-021.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The branding on the Savanna is subtle. This rifle has good looks and modern materials and stays in the conservative lane where appearance is concerned. In other words, it\u2019s ideal for hunting. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Box magazine loaded with 5 rounds of .30-06 Springfield ammunition being loaded into a Mauser 18 rifle\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86727 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"86727\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Box magazine loaded with 5 rounds of .30-06 Springfield ammunition being loaded into a Mauser 18 rifle\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86727\" data-id=\"86727\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-mag.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The box magazine release and the mag itself function well. Mauser made stealth a priority in the Savanna\u2019s construction. Magazine removal and insertion can be done silently. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Rifle grip cap with the Mauser logo\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86723 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"86723\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9554.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9554.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9554.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9554.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Rifle grip cap with the Mauser logo\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86723\" data-id=\"86723\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9554.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9554.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9554.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9554.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The subtle Mauser insignia is located on the grip cap. If any mistake was made, it\u2019s that Mauser didn\u2019t consult its American marketing rep, who happens to be a hunter and female, before running the \u201cmen prefer no fuss\u201d slogan as the ad slogan for this rifle. However, it gives me something to laugh about.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"401\" alt=\"Mauser Savanna .30-06 rifle laying across a wood log\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86729 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"86729\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=300%2C188&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=150%2C94&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=640%2C401&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"401\" alt=\"Mauser Savanna .30-06 rifle laying across a wood log\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86729\" data-id=\"86729\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=640%2C401&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=300%2C188&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Rt.jpg?resize=150%2C94&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The Savanna by Mauser has the shortest barrel of its new Model 18 series. The barrel is 22 inches. We added the Leupold rail to the drilled, tapped receiver. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Mauser 18 Savanna rifle, right profile, on a shooting mat with Remington Core-Lokt, SIG Elite Hunter, and Hornady Outfitter ammo boxes\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86724 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"86724\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Mauser 18 Savanna rifle, right profile, on a shooting mat with Remington Core-Lokt, SIG Elite Hunter, and Hornady Outfitter ammo boxes\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86724\" data-id=\"86724\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9563.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">A trio of ammo brands were used to test accuracy. They are Remington Core-Lokt, SIG Elite Hunter, and Hornady Outfitter. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Removed recoil pad on a Mauser Savanna .30-06 rifle\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86730 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"86730\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-storage.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-storage.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-storage.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-storage.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Removed recoil pad on a Mauser Savanna .30-06 rifle\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86730\" data-id=\"86730\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-storage.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-storage.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-storage.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-storage.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The recoil pad is easily removed to reveal a storage compartment. With the foam insert as shown here, it is matchbox sized. But remove the foam, and a much larger space becomes available. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Mauser 18 .30-06 rifle with a box of Hornady Outfitter ammo\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86725 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"86725\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Mauser 18 .30-06 rifle with a box of Hornady Outfitter ammo\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86725\" data-id=\"86725\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-9639.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Hornady Outfitter, the heaviest load tested at 180 grains, proved to be the best performer in terms of accuracy with the Savanna. It\u2019s not cheap, but it performed extremely well. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"468\" alt=\"Threaded barrel cap for a rifle\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86731 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"86731\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Threaded.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Threaded.jpg?resize=300%2C219&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Threaded.jpg?resize=150%2C110&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Threaded.jpg?resize=640%2C468&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"468\" alt=\"Threaded barrel cap for a rifle\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86731\" data-id=\"86731\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Threaded.jpg?resize=640%2C468&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Threaded.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Threaded.jpg?resize=300%2C219&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Threaded.jpg?resize=150%2C110&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Those who want to attach a 30-caliber suppressor, can. Otherwise, the threads stay covered by the end cap that matches the barrel and helps to maintain a traditional hunting rifle appearance.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Rear view fo the Mauser Savanna and its three-position safety\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86733 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"86733\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-20.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-20.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-20.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-20.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Rear view fo the Mauser Savanna and its three-position safety\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86733\" data-id=\"86733\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-20.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-20.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-20.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-20.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Atop the receiver is a three-position safety that\u2019s great for field use. It does have a bit of a right hand bias.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"357\" alt=\"Eve Flanigan shooting a Mauser 18 rifle from a bench rest and Lyman shooting bag\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86726 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"86726\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Eve-L.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Eve-L.jpg?resize=300%2C167&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Eve-L.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Eve-L.jpg?resize=640%2C357&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"357\" alt=\"Eve Flanigan shooting a Mauser 18 rifle from a bench rest and Lyman shooting bag\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-86726\" data-id=\"86726\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Eve-L.jpg?resize=640%2C357&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Eve-L.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Eve-L.jpg?resize=300%2C167&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Mauser-Savanna-Eve-L.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">From the bench to the hunt field, the Savanna stayed consistent and was a joy to shoot, with a single-stage trigger that\u2019s on the light side. Here, it\u2019s wearing the L5 scope by Lucid Optics. We also tested it with an out-of-production Bushnell Elite Tactical 3-12x. Both looked good and represent nice choices for hunting at medium to long ranges. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span id=\"tve_leads_end_content\" style=\"display: block; visibility: hidden; border: 1px solid transparent;\"\/><!-- AI CONTENT END 1 -->\n\t<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/review-mauser-18-savanna-new-rifle-old-company-performs-well%EF%BF%BC\/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=review-mauser-18-savanna-new-rifle-old-company-performs-well%25ef%25bf%25bc\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home \u00bb Firearms \u00bb Rifles \u00bb Review: Mauser 18 Savanna \u2014 A New Rifle From Old Company Performs Well\ufffc When the name Mauser comes to mind, most of us envision a World War II era rifle. 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