Thanks for the input . I am not sure what I will do. I bought the model 11 .204 used.I bedded the action, shot about 100 rounds through it, and put it in tthe back of my safe.It shoots only slightly better than my other .204 nef rifle. I am a little discouraged, but do not know how much wear and tear is on the barrell. I do not have access to a bore scope. Is there anyone out there in southern michigan that has time to tinker with a rifle like this? I am an avid savage fan and love this walk-about rifle. I always wanted to; own an accurate .....204. If I cant get this weapon to shoot I might just put a ................223 barell on it. What do you all think? thanks again. Birdie