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As pure as the rifle is its kinda strange that the rear barrel sight is missing, not even a filler. I know a lot can happen in 85 yrs but it makes me wonder.
Honestly I would be happy with any period correct authentic sight.
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I don't think it's strange at all.
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If the rear sight is missing, then it likely wore a peep sight or a Stith mount at one time.
Wish more people would put the original sight in the buttstock to save it.
“ 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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The Lyman tang peep is on it.
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If you don't want to spend big bucks on a rear T sight there is a low profile semi buckhorn that is very similar but has the sight notch without the white line groove. One just sold on ebay for a stupid low price. Expect to pay 50-75 (or more) for one. ebay link
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I think I’ll go that way and keep lookin for an original.
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My buddy picked up a really nice model T this weekend at a gun show in 30-30. According to David’s book, are they fairly rare? All original except sights. 1935
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I had a heck of a time finding a 99T in 30-30 and in 303 Savage. Yes, they are rare.
Not as rare as the 99T in 22HP - which is practically a unicorn rifle. But still very uncommon.
“ 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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