Savage Impulse FULL REVIEW & TEST | Straight-Pull Bolt Action

[@jeremyryanickel]

I have one in 22-250. I had to send it back with bolt and feeding issues. After sending it back to savage, it syill only feeds 85% of the time without jamming. There is a sweet spot, cycle it to fast or to slow it jams, pushing the bullet down into the casing.

[@diegomedina7344]

What recoil hawg muzzle brake did you end up putting on that rifle? Was it the sporter or the standard? By the way this was an awesome review!

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

Thanks a lot! I’m almost positive it was the standard. I know they have a nice chart on their website to tell you which one will fit your rifle based on barrel diameter. Thanks for watching!

[@pauljay1328]

Does it come with a thread protector or just muzzle brake

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

I added the muzzle brake as an aftermarket accessory! I believe the rifle came with a thread protector on it!

[@RCCrawlMasters]

Wish I could see more of the bolt in action.

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

Yeah, I wish we would’ve included more of that. It’s definitely a little different but I love it!

[@randysmith8604]

How do you feel about there being no ramp to feed the ammo? Try to single fees the ammo it stinks . Also you can’t load a round slowly trying to be quiet. It only feeds well if you move the straight pull fast. That posses a problem for me. I have one

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

It definitely seems to cooperate better if you cycle the bolt pretty quickly rather than trying to load a round slowly and quietly. Adding enough oil to the action does help a little bit. Something to consider and could even be a deal breaker for some people but hasn't caused any problems for us yet!

[@randysmith8604]

@@BuckFeverOutdoors if you have multiple clips no problem. The gun does shoot very well. Something i will need to get used to

[@JohnFree007]

​@@randysmith8604 You meant Magazines, right?...Not clips! 😂😂

[@randysmith8604]

@@JohnFree007 finally got a round to shoot very well out of it. 175grn Berger.

[@dirkd8202]

How do you pull a shot in a sled sled? The gun is tuned to how you shoot it in a sled? That's just plain incorrect. Also, the reason some of those shots might be more sporadic in location is due to the lead sled itself. Recoil needs to go backwards. With the sled it can't go all the way back and instead will send the muzzle upward instead of backwards. Lastly you have a 3 shot group that is probably close to 2 inches. That would not instill confidence in me. If it's grouping like that at 100 what's it look like a 300 or even 500?

[@pauljay1328]

Good review cheers from Australia

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

Thank you!!

[@pauljay1328]

I just brought the Beretta BRX1 308 check them out

[@setzkem]

Great video! I was considering getting one of these but wasn't sure till I saw your video. I'm gonna get one. Thanks for pointing out all the options.

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

Glad our video helped you make a decision! It is a bit pricey, but in my opinion, it is appropriately priced for all the features it comes with! I think you will really enjoy it! You’ll have to let us know what your thoughts are if you end up buying one! Thanks for watching!!

[@MrJtin69]

How do you like it is ot a slick straight oull as a tikka ?

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

I like it a lot so far! Everything works great if you take good care of it.

[@MrJtin69]

@@BuckFeverOutdoors does ot require alot more oil to keep it lubed up ?

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

@@MrJtin69 I would say it depends how often you shoot it. If you let it sit for a while, it’s going to need some oil. If you shoot it pretty regularly, it should be fine for a while before you have to oil it up again.

[@MrJtin69]

@@BuckFeverOutdoors sweet thanks ima go get a savage impulse big game 300 wsm in morning on sale for 1500 $

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

@@MrJtin69 sweet, hope you enjoy it! Be safe out there!!

[@bro_of_9560]

This thing takes clips? How many come with the rifle?

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

This model comes with one 4 round clip.

[@bro_of_9560]

@@BuckFeverOutdoors Just one? They only cost like, a dollar to make...

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

@@bro_of_9560 yeah… unfortunately most rifles will only come with one clip. Although, I’m not sure there would be much use in having more than one clip anyways.

[@bro_of_9560]

@@BuckFeverOutdoors wait, did you mean magazine?

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

@@bro_of_9560 yeah, sorry… I know there’s a difference but we usually say “clip” even if we’re talking about a magazine. Just a force of habit!

[@dinsixiengmay9781]

On my wish list for sure 😁😁

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

We sure have enjoyed it so far! Opening day of whitetail gun season is coming up fast here in WI! Can’t wait to get out there!

[@lukeshervey4849]

I don’t know why they wouldn’t make the hog hunter with the 10 shot AICS MAGS.

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

I’m not sure either. I wouldn’t like the added length of the 10 round mag for certain hunting situations but it sure would be nice to have the option!

[@gpearce11]

To be fair, near as I can tell the only functional difference between the Hog Hunter and Predator models is the Predator uses AICS mags, so you do have the option. I do agree that the names would probably make more sense reversed.

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

@@gpearce11 Honestly, I went with the Hog Hunter because I preferred the OD Green over the other patterns. All Savage would have to do is offer all of their colors/patterns for each model, then people would be able to choose which model they want solely based on features and not colors. Still, I think this is a small downside to a gun that otherwise does not really have any. This is a great rifle!!

[@gpearce11]

@@BuckFeverOutdoors 100% agree. I dislike camo stocks in general, but some how Savage ones tend to look worse than normal. I'd probably personally sacrifice the aesthetics for AICS compatibility, but it's close.

[@davidpumpkins9411]

Price?

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

This model retails for $1,379.00

[@davidpumpkins9411]

@@BuckFeverOutdoors WOW too much for me. I expected much less

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

@@davidpumpkins9411 definitely very pricey! Some of the models they offer are closer to $2,500. If you’re comfortable paying the price I highly recommend it, but there are certainly much cheaper guns that kill deer just the same.

[@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080]

I just got mine, after waiting 30 months.

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

That’s a long wait but hopefully worth it!!

[@TerrySprey]

Looks great 👍

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

Thanks!

[@theronyoumans1383]

Great video and nice rifle

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

Thank you!

[@davidzwart9076]

A clip is for paper you need a magazines

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

You are correct! We know it’s not right, but we usually use those terms interchangeably.

[@chadwheeler38555]

I love my Savage rifles. That one's a little pricey IMO.

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

Can’t argue with you there!

[@alexmendez713]

1400 sheesh at least 1200

[@jimmyjack6393]

I think all savage rifles are over priced, you can buy a carbon barreled bergara for less money than the impulse. The bergara actually has a accuracy guarantee, and a real adjustable trigger.

[@wtfe86]

It's weird to see someone who isn't a firearms enthusiast review a rifle.

[@tehunter6569]

It’s not a “clip”.

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

My apologies... we always say "clip" even though that's not what it is. I should've been more specific for a video like this!!

[@flyboymike111357]

If you can't pull the bolt back without moving your face, you should have bought a different rifle. There are better European straight pulls. It grinds my gears that American gun companies don't try to compete with foreign bolt guns. Even when they claim to be modernized like Q offerings.

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

That is good advice. I will say, when we filmed this video we were still fairly new to the gun and were still getting used to the mechanics. Now that we have much more experience with the gun, we can reload very quickly and do so without moving our heads at all.

[@leanbacklenny6569]

I purchased the predator impulse a. year ago. The bolt was too stiff for my liking for that reason. How I corrected the pull was sit on the couch and repeatedly cycled the action while watching movies. After what I am guessing is 1000 cycles, the problem was mitigated. It also reduced the amount of thumb pressure required to releases the bolt without pulling the trigger. It was not what I considered ideal for a $1300 rifle, but worth it in the end as it is now my favorite firearm.

[@flyboymike111357]

@@leanbacklenny6569 I've seen Merkel Helix rifles being sold for less. Probably the better buy.

[@BuckFeverOutdoors]

@@leanbacklenny6569 we used gun oil to solve that same problem of a stiff bolt! Worked very well for us. Takes a little getting used to like you said but it’s a great gun overall!