Savage FSS 22 barrel floated?

[John Erlich]

I am wondering if the barrel of a new Savage FSS 22lr comes floated. I am able to slip paper between the barrel and stock. Does this mean the barrel is floated?

 

[dfrosch]

Generally, that means it's free floated. But, the plastic stock might flex a little. Maybe enough to touch the barrel.

Did you try it while the rifle is resting on the fore end?

 

[rebs]

some guys use a business card to check free float

 

[moorepower]

They should be. If this is a MKII action, you can use flat washers between the stock and the pillars to greatly lessen issues with action torque.