Savage reciever not straight at scope base... wtf?

[Sh40674]

So I got the threads chased (previous thread). Tried the factory cheap scope bases and they seemed "off". Tried leupold rifleman 2 piece base.. seemed off. So I picked up a Warne 1 piece base and this is what I got... my reciever is not flush front to rear... you can how the rear goes "uphill"... base is contorted to the front where it appears correctly flush and nice and straight. Anyone ever see this? It's a hunting rifle, won't see shots past 150 so I think it'll be fine, but this is new to me. Never seen a rifle out like this before.

[Sh40674]

I do have a wheeler lapping kit.. thinking I should try? Obviously the rings aren't in alignment

[Sh40674]

So this is with a rule laying across.. you can see the dip downward at the rear of the reciever and the gap.. is this normal??

[Dave Hoback]

No, that’s not a normal thing unfortunately. An option in your case might be bedding the rail. Bedding with something like Devcon Plastic-Steel (my favorite), or equivalent will give you a nice flat surface. Then you can chased the threads with a tap. You may need a couple slightly longer screws for the rear as well. Do this & you’ll be GTG.
I use his: https://www.amazon.com/Devcon-62345-...72&sr=8-3&th=1

Here’s a better picture orientation.

[will_reed]

It's unfortunate but I believe you'll be 100% good to go bedding it as Dave suggested. My local Ace Hardware has a nice assortment of those 6-48 screws, I don't know how many times I waited for an order to be shipped before I figured that out.

[Dave Hoback]

Many people Bed the rails regardless. I was tempted to as there was a sliver of imperfection. However there was no interference with torquing down & all was flush after. Rings still aligned correctly. So I let it go.

Where are you located Sh40674? I’m a bit South of Philadelphia. If you are anywhere near, I’d be happy to give you a hand, if you have any reservations. It’s easy peasy lemon squeezy, long as you know the steps