Hello All. I'm new to Savage, the Forum and about to embark on my first build. I've been doing a lot of reading and research trying to piece together info over the last few weeks, but still am unclear on the various Savage magazines and their implications on a build. I looked at a used LA at a gun shop this morning as a possible donor. The magazine was contained entirely in the stock, no bottom opening or plate. Is this a staggered feed or center feed? Also, since I'd be shooting steel to 1000 yds. with my build (no hunting,) I have considered single shot. Do the target actions make provision for single shot with a feed plate of some sort that holds the round being fed into the chamber? A Savage magazine overview would be helpful but can't find one in a search.

One last thing .... Long Shank, Short Shank? What is this and what are the build considerations? Magazines 101 anyone? Thanks!

Bob