Savage Mark II

Lore & Background

The Savage Mark II line originated with Lakefield Arms, established in Lakefield, Ontario, in 1969. Lakefield Arms gained recognition for manufacturing rifles, including the Lakefield Model 64 and Mark II. In 1995, Savage Arms acquired Lakefield Arms, including its designs and manufacturing capabilities. This acquisition allowed Savage to incorporate established rimfire designs into its product lineup, and the Lakefield Mark II rifles continued to be manufactured under Savage's name.

The Mark II comes in several variants. The Mark I is a single shot model. The Mark II F is a basic model featuring a synthetic stock, while the Mark II G is similar but with a wooden stock. The Mark II TR is a target shooting oriented model with a heavy barrel optimized for competitive shooting. The Mark II BSEV features a bull barrel and an adjustable stock. The Mark II BRJ has a multi-colored wood stock and spiral fluted barrel. The Mark II FV is chambered for .17 HM2.

Reader's Guide

The Savage Mark II line represents a continuation of rimfire rifle design from Lakefield Arms into the Savage Arms product lineup. Its significance lies in its variety of configurations, from basic synthetic-stocked models to target-oriented variants with heavy barrels and adjustable stocks. The line is mainly intended for target practice, small game hunting, and recreational shooting, making it a versatile choice for shooters. The acquisition of Lakefield Arms by Savage Arms in 1995 ensured that these established rimfire designs remained in production. The Mark II's legacy includes its use in a notable criminal event: Adam Lanza shot and killed his mother Nancy with a .22-caliber Savage Mark II rifle at their Newtown home before committing the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. The rifle is also listed alongside the Ruger 10/22 in reference material, indicating its place among notable rimfire firearms.

Did You Know?

• Savage Arms acquired Lakefield Arms in 1995, including the Mark II design.
• The Mark II BSEV variant features a bull barrel and an adjustable stock.
• Adam Lanza used a .22-caliber Savage Mark II rifle to kill his mother before the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.