Model 597 with a heavy varmint-profile blued barrel in a standard synthetic stock. The heavy barrel adds rigidity and reduces harmonics for improved accuracy over the standard-profile barrel. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Auto Caliber: .22 LR Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 2002, USA Weight: 66 oz Overall length: 40" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Hunting, Plinking / Range Training