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Gents, I just ran across one at a pawn shop. It is in unbelievably good shape. Wood is near mint and CCH is about all there on the lever. receiver has a gorgeous patina. Standard irons it looked like and the barrel is long. Is a grand too much?
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Depends on what you mean by "receiver has a gorgeous patina".
Any chance you can grab a picture or two? Just so we can rule out that it's not refinished.
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Definitively not refinished. That much I can tell. Looks exactly like my Takedown and I know that one has not been.
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Barrel shape has an impact, too, Jorge. Round, ½ round, octagon? Bore condition is a big factor too if you plan on shooting it. If it's a round barreled 1899A (round barrel), then a grand would be high-ish as a price. More reasonable if it's an 1899B or C.
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Definitively not refinished. That much I can tell. Looks exactly like my Takedown and I know that one has not been. Depends on the vintage of your takedown. Prior to 1919 the rifles had a mirror blue finish, after that they had a matte blue. Sorry if you know all this, just wanting to be sure.. All octagons were made prior to 1919 and so they should have the mirror blue finish. Mirror blue: ![[Linked Image]](http://www.savagefest.net/my_99s/1912_1899A_SR_303/Right_Receiver.JPG) ![[Linked Image]](http://www.savagefest.net/my_99s/1903_1899A_3240/Left_Receiver.JPG)
“ 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
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But with wear the mirror blue disappears.. ![[Linked Image]](http://www.savagefest.net/my_99s/1907_1899A_3240/Right_takedown_1899A_3240.JPG) ![[Linked Image]](http://www.savagefest.net/my_99s/1902_Leader_303/var/resizes/Engraving_Right.JPG)
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correct,mirror blue. Barrel is in great shape inside & out, full octagon
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Sweet.. For a really nice one a grand isn't out of order.
“ 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
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correct,mirror blue. Barrel is in great shape inside & out, full octagon For a grand you should be tripping over yourself trying to get to it before it's gone.
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How long is the barrel extra long adds lots of money over 26"
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Nice. What is the ratio of pawn shop visits to finding a nice Savage at a good price?
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the barrel is at least 26". It's in the bag, I'll pick it up Thursday. He's holding it for me.
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the barrel is at least 26". It's in the bag, I'll pick it up Thursday. He's holding it for me. SMART move...............................
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Nice. What is the ratio of pawn shop visits to finding a nice Savage at a good price? about 1/1000 for me
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Good Grab, post pics if you Can!
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It came home today, gents. I will post pictures this evening. Serial number in the 49,800 range. Longest barreled Savage I've ever seen and as previously mentioned, it's octagonal. 303 Savage Model 1899.
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So, how long is it?? Standard is 26" from muzzle to bolt face. Enquiring minds...
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A good principle to guide me through life: “This is all I have come to expect, standard lackluster performance. Trust nothing, believe no one and realize it will only get worse…”
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A good principle to guide me through life: “This is all I have come to expect, standard lackluster performance. Trust nothing, believe no one and realize it will only get worse…”
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