The Steyr does allow mounting a traditional scope but the mounting set up / spacing is less than optimal both in terms of eye relief and bolt knob clearance.
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Wow, I didn't even realize Savage made a scout...but I'm a babe in the woods when it comes to bolt, and lever guns. Thanks for the Savage suggestions, will be checking them out.
But speaking of lever guns, that BLR is an absolute beast..a beautiful beast. It is almost too nice. I am used to Glocks and AR's which I slap around as needed ...that BLR is a work of art that I'd be afraid to manhandle. Actually, that stainless takedown looks pretty tough...I don't know, I could see that BLR being a total impulse buy if I see it in a store. It looks like one can get a scope base for it too. Too bad about no higher cap. mags that are easily obtained though.
I'm surprised that there aren't more modern lever guns that use mags though.
That's a sweet set up for sure. 7.5lbs isn't too bad. The more I think about it, since it will be carried in the truck, a 20" barrel may be just fine. I was thinking of getting a barrel cut down to 16.5", which would also save weight. I also do have an AAC suppressor that I was planning on putting on it at times, hence the other reason to get a bbl cut down. Well, I don't know, that bears further consideration. I could of course just see how it works for me with the 20" bbl for awhile.
Many thanks for the responses everyone.
I am leaning Tikka, but there are some other really good options too. I'm planning on buying at Christmas so I have some time to deliberate.
For a scope I'm thinking a NF 1-8x, the "budget" one, not the ATACR..or maybe the ATACR, depending on what I'll end up wanting to consign or trade, or look for a FFP 2.5-10X of some sort. Any good suggestions for a FFP 2.5-10x?