Maybe it didn't matter to Savage whether the 99's were called 1899's or 99's, for example, the receiver rings stamped 1899 until 1926. It's also interesting and confusing that some of the 1921-22 literature used the 1899A, 1899B, etc designations. Maybe Murray extrapolated this designation back to cover all rifles made from 1899 on. I wonder sometimes if no one else wrote another book before I wrote mine on the 99 because of all the confusion surrounding them.
Thanks for awarding me a triple Rory. It's tough to get a home run with all those obstacles out there.
David
wyo1895
With Savage never say never.
For a copy of my book on engraved Savage lever actions rifles send a check for $80 to; David Royal, p.o. box 1271, Pinedale, Wy., 82941. I will sign and inscribe the book for you.
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