OK, at long last formal introductions are in order. I now have in my possession my grandad's 1899 Savage .303. Has been in my mom's closet for decades now.
20 inch round barrel Carbine butt plate 16 inch straight stock with straight schnoble Blade in dovetail on raised ramp Stamped "Savage 1899 Model" Serial number corresponds to 1924 build date
So it would seem its a 99H? "transitional" since it is stamped "Savage 1899 Model"?
Here are all the pics. Its funny, the closeups and flash make it look horrible, and I guess maybe it is. In general it appears to be in good shape. I will get it cleaned up by someone who knows what they are doing.
Any comments/thoughts are welcome. Much larger/higher res photos available if necessary. Great forum, thanks.