I don’t know what the other guys are talking about but you didn’t specify a rifle, honey. Ok, I see now. You asked the question twice and provided more info on the other question.

Kathy, this rifle has a Button-rifled heavy barrel Profile 22" Carbon Steel Barrel.

yes it has a heavy "bull barrel" Specifications and Features: Savage Arms A17 Target Thumbhole Scope Combo Semi Auto Rifle 47017 Series A .17 HMR 22" Carbon Steel Barrel 1:9" Twist Rate 10 Round Rotary Magazine A17 Scope with BDC Reticle and 17HMR turrets Delayed Blowback Action Specifically designed for performance ammunition Hard Chromed Bolt with Dual Controlled Round Feed Case Hardened Receiver Button Rifled Barrel Adjustable Accutrigger Sling Swivel Studs Laminate Wood Thumbhole Stock, Grey Barrel/Action Satin Black