Back in the late 90's, I had a Savage model 110 in .270 Win that regularly broke the extractor off requiring a Jack knife extraction. Lost a couple if animals to this POS before getting rid if it. Having read on this model of Savage, I'm sure that they are good and I just got a did, but I haven't and won't own another Savage.
Every other rifle I've had has been good. The SMLE 1919 has never failed me in 20+ years neither the Browning A Bolt in 17 seasons. Now using as CZ , great. Even have a 742 Woodsmaster that have a horrible reputation but it performed fine last season taking a nice buck in -22C weather.
I think that most rifles are solid and reliable and a dud is a rarity.
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