Franklin Armory F17-L .17 WSM 20in Rifle

If you’re looking for a rimfire rifle that can reach out and touch something—like prairie dogs or ground squirrels on those wide-open Kansas and Oklahoma fields—the Franklin Armory F17-L in .17 Winchester Super Magnum is worth a look. It’s different than your typical .22, offering a flatter trajectory and more punch at longer ranges. Plenty of folks around Wichita are getting into the longer-range rimfire competitions, and this rifle fits that bill.

Specs

• Manufacturer: Franklin Armory
• Model: F17-L
• Caliber: .17 Winchester Super Magnum (WSM)
• Barrel Length: 20 inches (threaded 1/2×28)
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds
• Receiver: 6061-T6 aluminum
• Barrel: Steel
• Handguard: 15-inch M-LOK compatible
• Finish: OD Green hardcoat anodized
• Weight: 6.5 lbs (per manufacturer specs)
• Stock: Bravo C fixed stock

How it Works

The F17-L features a self-regulating piston system. That means you don’t have to fiddle with gas adjustments when you change from shooting suppressed to unsuppressed – it adjusts automatically. That’s a plus if you plan to add a can. It also keeps the action cleaner by diverting gas and carbon away from the bolt. The 20-inch barrel, threaded at the muzzle, maximizes the .17 WSM’s velocity. Expect good accuracy with quality ammunition. The OD green finish is durable and reduces glare.

Features

• Piston System: The Osprey Defense piston system simplifies things, automatically adjusting for whether or not you’re using a suppressor. Less time adjusting, more time shooting.
• Threaded Barrel: The 1/2×28 threading lets you attach a muzzle device or suppressor without needing adapters.
• Durable Finish: The hardcoat anodized finish on the receiver is tough, resisting wear and corrosion.
• M-LOK Handguard: The 15-inch M-LOK handguard provides plenty of space to attach accessories like lights or bipods.
• Fixed Stock: The fixed Bravo C stock offers a stable shooting platform.

Who is this rifle for?

This rifle isn’t the first one most folks around here pick up—it’s not a .22 for plinking. It’s for shooters wanting more range and accuracy from a rimfire. It’s a good fit for competitors shooting NRL22 or PRS rimfire, or folks hunting varmints where a longer, flatter shot is needed. It also works well for anyone who wants a rimfire rifle that won’t require constant cleaning. It’s solid for longer-range Kansas prairie dog hunts, or popping squirrels in the pasture.

Things to consider

• .17 WSM ammunition is more expensive and harder to find than .22 LR.
• This is a dedicated varmint/target rifle – it might not be your first choice for general-purpose shooting.

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