Stocky’s Howa Mini VG- is this normal?

[MT_Fin]

I'd send Kim @Stockys an email with the pics asking about it, it couldn't hurt. In my opinion a lot of what you have shown could and should have been covered up by their paint. If it happened after paint it then maybe that is after the point they determine blem or full price.

I did this morning, was offered replacement stock or small partial refund.