Bought a model 10 predator max 1. Serial no is H200344. Called savage and they could not give me any information.....Does someone know how to find out if it's gen 1 or 2 by serial number? Pictures didn't show bottom of gun and I didn't think to ask until after I bought it! Hoping its gen 2 but too late now!

If it is gen 1, can it be shot w/o wedge? If so, do you leave screw totally out of gun or put the screw in but just without the wedge?

any help would be appreciated!