I am assuming that the Simmons that comes on the Savage is similar to the Simmons that came on my Model 70 Super Shadow from Walmart. It turned out to be disposable, as I broke off one of the adjusting turrret when trying to zero the rifle. It is real cheap, probably one of their 8 point models. It might hold up through your initial sight in attempts, but I would not bet on it. Better to try to pick up a Stevens 200 with a Burris Fullfield II, Bushnell Elite 3200, Sightron SII, Nikon Buckmaster or Weaver V9 with a set of Burris or Leupold rings and bases. Am very confident you could get everything you need within your $575 budget.