Originally Posted by
MrFurious
1. Yes, you can mount a conventional scope in the conventional position. You would just remove the Scout-style scope rail and replace it with a standard scope mount as the mounting holes are already present.
2. You can single feed a round if the magazine is empty by placing it in from the top (resting on top of the mag lips), but if there's a round in the magazine you'll get a double feed as the bolt will also strip a round from the magazine. Not sure why you'd want/need to load the magazine while in the gun though.
3. It's noticeably louder, and not something I would recommend shooting w/o hearing protection in place. Yes, it will be quieter with it removed. That said, it's not obnoxious like some of the brakes on the market. Recoil reduction is minimal at best, but then again the .308 isn't a brutal kicker to start with.
4. Having reviewed the Scout and several other of Savage's DBM rifles (all of which use the same retention system), I can say I've never had an issue with my mag's falling out. Then again, I'm smart enough to give the magazine a good solid smack to make sure it's locked in place after inserting it into the rifle to ensure it is fully seated. Chalk the "complaints" up to poor technique/lack of experience.
5. The only thing I found to fault on the Scout when I reviewed it was that the cheek piece in it's lowest position was still a little to high for me to get proper eye alignment with the peep sights. It's just a fit issue with me as eye alignment is spot-on for my buddy who ended up buying that particular rifle.
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