Gene, I do see in that last piece where the competitor is complaining about the Savage gun, that he describes an 1895 bolt and not an 1899 bolt. That definitely argues for an 1895 and not the mystery musket.
At the same time, both articles reference single guns from the manufacturers and not 100.
“
The Savage 99 Pocket Reference”.
All models and variations of 1895’s, 1899’s and 99’s covered.
Also dates, checkering, engraving.. Find at
www.savagelevers.com
