dawg, I've had same problems w/ Savage receiver. Was fore-warned by Jim @NSS prior to purchase. In this case a Mod. 12 sngl. shot. It seems the factory does some smoothing of the contours of the upper receiver rings for cosmetic purposes. Possibly to remove machine/fixture marks in these areas. I suspect many of the inquiries on the forum relating to difficulties w/ scope alignment are attributed to this anomaly. In my case I used a one piece steel base w/windage adjustable rear scope ring and brass shims @ the rear base screw to level all prior to scope mounting. I'm told the front recvr. ring will always be flat. Just my limited experience. But, the photo reference seems to support the claim. Can't say I haven't had the same difugalties w/ other factory actions over the years. Must admit the action in question probably shouldn't have left the factory. Happy New Year, Dale
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