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Happened upon this site after researching Savage 99 rifles. This is my first post here and happy to get acquainted with folks who have knowledge of these fine rifles. I plan on buying my first 99 within the next 12 months. I tend to lean toward the .300. I would like to here your thoughts. Thanks
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Can't go wrong with a 300 for killin'& grillin' Mike
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Welcome to the forum! Lots of us that like the 300.
“ 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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you won't be satisfied with just one.
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Yep 300 in a factory drilled 50's EG or my choice an F for a starter. Then it soon will be joined by others. Kinda like coat hangers in the closet they just multiply. GW
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Yep 300 in a factory drilled 50's EG or my choice an F for a starter. Then it soon will be joined by others. Kinda like coat hangers in the closet they just multiply. GW +1 for the 50's F. It will definitely wet your whistle for wanting more 99s.
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Yep 300 in a factory drilled 50's EG or my choice an F for a starter. Then it soon will be joined by others. Kinda like coat hangers in the closet they just multiply. GW +1 for the 50's F. It will definitely wet your whistle for wanting more 99s. funny mine are more like rabbits,like to be stroked as well
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funny mine are more like rabbits,like to be stroked as well Ahh yes, and that image is going to stick in my mind far longer than it should.....
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I guess I'm the "odd man out" here, but for me a M99 in .250 Savage is THE classic combo and my personal favorite.
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Thanks. I am finding that my area of the country is not an area swimming in 99's. I have been to 2 gunshows in the past year and have only seen 1 99. It was in 30-30 and in poor shape. How much should I pay for a 50's era F?
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Depends on the area you live and most important the condition of the gun. As manufactured with no damage or alterations in my area $400. to $800., uless you find one NIB, then its anyones guess. Hey timbo762 if I could own two the 250 would be by second choice and it was. GW
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Gunshow this weekend, so I am going to try it again.
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You'll love it here, I started out with a 1950's 300 savage eg now all I want is barrel bands and the old 99's super place and very addicting!!!
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