Quote Originally Posted by Ridgerunner View Post
Yes, this video is very helpful ! I am puzzled however, that Savage would make the consumer have to go through all this to simply be ready to shoot the weapon. Especially when there's no instructions for this in the owners manual. I hope this is simply an oversight on the part of Savage, this really took away from my excitement of my purchase. Thanks again rbp for the help !
No way of knowing for sure if it left the factory in that condition. May have de-cocked in transit or de-cocked at the LGS. In any case I would look at the situation as an opportunity to learn the workings of a Savage. You now know the steps to disassemble nd assemble the bolt so that you can properly clean your weapon occasionally.

Enjoy your new purchase and feel free to ask any further questions you may have. You will find the forum is a friendly place, with friendly and helpful folks. Lots of info within the different categories.