Beretta doesn't own Sako. BerettaUSA is simply the U.S. distributor for Sako and Tikka rifles. They import finished rifles from Finland, distribute them to dealers, advertise Sako/Tikka products, and handle all warrant service for the U.S. market. I believe that this is an important distinction to point out.

As far as your rifle goes, Handwerk, I would hope that this is an isolated incident, but if I were you I'd send it back to BerettaUSA and have then fix it. It's probably just a QC oversight, but I believe, and I'm sure Sako feels the same way, that when you drop over $1000 on a rifle, it ought to be finished right. Of course, it's totally up to you.

Mike