If they're too salty for my taste or I can't find one I may just end up getting a repro 1894 or 1885 in 38-55 instead.
I just liked the idea of using a 99. My 1899A SR is just about the perfect walking rifle for me as far as balance and shouldering/pointability go. Can't deer hunt with it here, but it's a great walking coyote rifle. Popped a couple with it out on the farm I deer hunt over the past few years I've had it. See a lot more coyotes out there than deer most years.
