I looked at other Savage Stocks that have black plugs like the Lady Hunter, so I'm feeling better.

It makes sense to have those spots reinforced.

They could have stained it gray at least so it wouldn't be so obvious.

While contemplating my dilemma, I came up with an idea.

I can deal with the forward black dot since it's kind off on an angle and my fingers will cover it.

The middle dot has to go. Every time I sight down the barrel, that thing will be staring at me like a mole on grandma's neck.

I'm going to inlay an Indian head on both sides over the dot similar to the Savage logo.

I found one that looks pretty close.