Hello All! Awesome thread; tons of knowledge.

I could use some help. smile

My Dad’s Savage:
serial number C3890XX
.308
24 inch octagon barrel
checkered grip & forearm
top tang safety
removable magazine/clip with push button on side of receiver

Two questions:

1). I can’t find the model # anywhere on the gun (did not take apart)
thinking it is a 99C or 99DL..... any idea?

2). Any insights/knowledge into the octagon barrel..... limited edition in 1977, perhaps?

Thank you!