I have the lighter weight Savage 24 C "camper special" in .22/24 and with a set of .22mag/20gamag barrels. Mine is light, and a great pack gun. I made a sheath in my pack for it, and carry it muzzle down. P{ull it out, cock it, and it's ready to fire. No need to sling it.
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