A couple of years ago, I bought for a "now" exgirlfriend a savage 110 rifle/scope combo. The rifle would lock up frequently. It was next to impossible to open up the bolt after firing a round. The problem didnt occur every shot, but averaged out to about once every 5 or 6 shots. I tried about four different brands of ammo, because her mom was convinced that it was because I was using "fancy" ammo. I took it to my preferred gun dealer (not where I bought it) and they were able to open it up. They said it wasnt a safety problem, so I should be able to try it again. After a few shots it locked up again. After about the third time back to the shop, they said that the problem was probably the result of a defect in the chamber though no defect was visible. Although, I know that in any production mechanical item, you will always have the occasional lemon. What realy disappointed me, is that the dealer where I bought the rifle made us pay for the shipping. In my opinion, that cost was between the maker and the dealer and not the consumer. Because I had to pay for the shipping, I determined that it was the last time that the dealer or savage would see another penny from me. For this reason as well as others, I'll be a Marlin guy. Ill take an XL7, thank you.
