Mike here. I just purchased a 16/116 Trophy Hunter XP .308 for deer hunting here in Michigan. I bought this rifle so I could retire my Ted Williams 30-30 I've owned for about 40 years.
The factory mounted Nikon scope wasn't square so I adjusted that first. I'm having trouble with too much eye relief. I can't get a crisp sight picture without straining. So I figured I reach out to group of Savage owners for advice on a base that will allow me to move the scope further back.

I'm sure I'll pick up many other valuable tips an tricks along the way.
Peace.