I often kick myself for passing on a Savage 99 in 284. It was in a local shop for a very modest price. Bore was pristine but the exterior was well used. Not much blueing nor much stock finish. No pits or stock damage. Apparently the former owner used it for everything in Alaska as his only rifle and was quite religious about keeping the bore in good shape, according to the shop owner. Don't know why I passed on it but wish I hadn't.
