Zanders Now Offering Franklin Armory F17 and F22 Rifles

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posted on August 26, 2025
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F17 And F22 On White
F22 Top, F17 Bottom

Zanders, a premier national distributor based in Sparta, Ill., has announced that Franklin Armory’s F17 in .17WSM and F22 in .22LR are in stock and ready to ship to dealers across the country.

The Franklin Armory F17 is the world's first piston driven rimfire platform. This rifle is chambered in .17 Winchester Super Magnum (WSM) and it provides a cleaner and flatter shooting solution for all kinds of pest control.

F17 on white

The F17-X R2 has a new Osprey Defense slim piston system. The new piston system automatically adjusts for suppressed or unsuppressed use, no adjustments needed and functions with most suppressors. This pairs perfect for use with the 16-inch barrel, which is threaded in the common ½-28 TPI thread pitch perfect for use with compatible suppressors. The new proprietary handguard features an integrated barrier stop/indexing point and is M-Lok compatible.

The Franklin Armory F22 series is packed with tons of great features. This complete .22 Long Rifle (LR) firearm has low recoil and easy to use controls, making it great for plinking and small game hunting.

F22 in grey

F22 Features

  • Extended magazine release
  • Built-in Picatinny rail
  • A fluted heavy barrel threaded in 1/2-28 TPI
  • Enhanced firing pin
  • Hogue OverMolded stock
  • Knurled Charging Handle & Auto Bolt Release
  • Compatible with many aftermarket Ruger 10/22 components

"Zander's stellar reputation as a premier distributor has curated a select clientele that is well matched for our innovative products. We look forward to a long and mutually-prosperous partnership." said Franklin Armory President Jay Jacobson.

"Franklin Armory continues to innovate in the rimfire category with purpose-built platforms that deliver real-world performance," said Danny SieglerPresident and COO at Zanders. "We’re proud to offer the F17 and F22 series to our dealers, these rifles meet the high expectations of today’s shooting enthusiasts."

For more information, visit gzanders.com.

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