The rifle was an improved version of the Savage Model 23A, with a speed-lock and a checkered stock.
[1][2][3][4] The Model 23-AA is a .22 caliber repeating bolt action rifle, fitted with a 23 inch round, tapered barrel.
The camming action of the bolt on opening stroke gives strong primary extraction.
It has a white metal bead front and flat top elevator adjustment rear sight.
[1][2][3] Savage targeted advertising for "Those sportsmen who desire to use the .22 caliber cartridges for shooting squirrels, woodchucks, rabbits, coons, muskrats and other small game valued for fur, or to be exterminated as Pests, will find the Model 23-AA Sporter an ideal small game rifle.