I have decided to go with the Leupold rings mounted directly to the Sako style dovetails. I got a good deal on an old Leupold Vari-X III 6.5x20x40 gloss. I should have the rifle by Monday or Tuesday of next week. I'm sure I will have many more questions-thanks for all the info I already have gotten. This is a friendly forum with people willing to help. Glad I found it and thanks for the warm welcome. Barry