I have owned both. 99's are cool looking, but when using scopes I much prefer a good fitting bolt action rifle for actually shooting.
I tried to buy a full stocked Ruger in .250 from Drew here at the campfire,but was too slow. I currently have a Cooper in .243. I got a very good deal on it so I bought it. I am happy with it so far. My biggest buck was taken with a .243, but only at 100 yards or so.
