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Wondering if a fold down rear sight was something that was ever on about a 1930 vintage 99G takedown (.250-3000).
Friend has one and says I can have it. It was on his 99 in 300 savage. Also Premil, not sure of the model. I believe it had a straight rear stock. Right now nothing in my rear sight slot. After this rifle season, I may take scope off and monkey with open sights. I would think tang probably way to go but if these are period sights that would have been on this style firearm, I may just go with them.
Also, still looking for a blade for the front integral barrel sight. Nothing seems to be available. I know I could fashion something. What is on there now is a home made piece of brass that looks awful. I suppose I could shape it but I really would like to pick up what it came with.
What say yee?
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The only folding rear sight that a 1930's G might have had was a Lyman #6 (2 leaf). Most likely any rifle that shipped from the factory at that time had standard sights. Pretty common practice at the time to replace sight after purchase. Also Premil, not sure of the model. I believe it had a straight rear stock. Right now nothing in my rear sight slot. After this rifle season, I may take scope off and monkey with open sights. I would think tang probably way to go but if these are period sights that would have been on this style firearm, I may just go with them. I'm a little lost with this part. Pre-mil is before 1960 and would not have a straight stock unless before WWII. I'm not sure which rifle you are referring to.
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The only folding rear sight that a 1930's G might have had was a Lyman #6 (2 leaf). Most likely any rifle that shipped from the factory at that time had standard sights. Pretty common practice at the time to replace sight after purchase. Also Premil, not sure of the model. I believe it had a straight rear stock. Right now nothing in my rear sight slot. After this rifle season, I may take scope off and monkey with open sights. I would think tang probably way to go but if these are period sights that would have been on this style firearm, I may just go with them. I'm a little lost with this part. Pre-mil is before 1960 and would not have a straight stock unless before WWII. I'm not sure which rifle you are referring to.
Savage...never say "never".
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I'm guessing by straight stock he means non-perchbelly? Also, wouldn't a 1930'ish 99G have a front sight dovetail rather than an integral sight? Thought the integral sights stopped around 1927.
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Maybe he means non Monte Carlo.
wyo1895 With Savage never say never. For a copy of my book on engraved Savage lever actions rifles send a check for $80 to; David Royal, p.o. box 1271, Pinedale, Wy., 82941. I will sign and inscribe the book for you. [email protected]
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Well my pal brought up a sight for me. Not what I expected but I think I will like it better.
He came up with a Marbles tang sight in the box. He said he used it on a .303 he sold then on his .300.
In any event, he said it was about 20 years old so no, not one of the originals but for $75 that he wants for it, a pretty good deal .
Now I need to find a front sight for my G with integral front sight mount. Anyone have one laying around that they would be willing to sell?
Thanks again,
Smiley
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