I just purchased a new Savage 11 Trophy Hunter XP in .308. It currently has the 3-9x40 Nikon scope on it but I have a Bushnell 3500 on its way that I got a great deal on. Since I am going to be changing the scope, I want to change the base and rings as well since I’m not a fan of the rings that come on the scope (more of an aesthetic than anything).

My Remington 700 has dovetail mounts which I really like and think they are better looking. I know which base and rings I’ll need for that but I am also considering a picatinny rail as well to help with scope positioning for eye relief.

Does any have a suggestion on which rail to get? I’m thinking one-piece unless a two-piece is better. Between the dovetail and picatinny, is one better than the other? Any particular brand that fits better than another on the Savage?

*Edit - Are the new Savage 11's round or flat receivers? I'm not near the rifle at the moment to look.