My serial number begins with a “J”. I got it new in the beginning of January. I tried looking up the date of manufacture on the Savage site, but just got a list of parts. Is there a trick to looking that info up, or does one have to call Savage?

Installing a brake seems pretty straight forward, but I got the impression some thought it required a smith. The only negative thing I’ve heard about this brake it the time consuming accu-washer trial and error. With 18 washers (sold separately, but I think they should be included), I’ve heard of experienced people taking up to an hour to get the right washer.