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I saw a one piece scope mount made by the member lightfoot, I tried to contact him no luck.does anyone know how to contact him so I can find out if he still makes those mounts. thanks, any help will be useful
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I'm right here. I sent a PM. Look for a flashing envelope near top center of the screen.
Last edited by Lightfoot; 05/31/17.
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I could probably use 'em..what does it look like? Thanks!
It was Jerry "Mad Dog" Shriver (SFC E-7)who said: "No, no, I've got them right where I want them -- surrounded from the inside." http://www.macvsog.cc/1969.htm
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Nice low mount..how much drillin and tappin is required? Looks like you may be using existing holes. Looks like a fine piece of work..I'm sure more than one Savage guy has your mount. Don't know how I missed it before !?
It was Jerry "Mad Dog" Shriver (SFC E-7)who said: "No, no, I've got them right where I want them -- surrounded from the inside." http://www.macvsog.cc/1969.htm
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No extra holes needed,uses rear sight Dovetail and tang holes.
“ 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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I have several 99's and 1899's with Lightfoot mounts including this 303 SRC. I think the mount may even help with accuracy since it makes a solid bridge between the barrel and receiver. When I was working up loads for this SRC I shot a 5 shot 7/8" group at 100 yards with 150 grain round nose bullets and I believe 27 grains of 3031. When I upped the load to 30 grains of 3031 it still shot two 1 1/8 to 1 1/4 inch groups. This is the load I used to kill the elk in the 3 favorite gun post. David
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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here is my email rmullan mullannurseryco.com
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ARE THE LIGHTFOOT MOUNTS STILL AVAILABLE
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YES, YOU DON'T HAVE TO SCREAM, Joe.
I'm not greedy, I just want one of each.
Remember Ira Hayes
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Scroll up to the post that has a picture of the mount and click on Lightfoot's name and a window will open and you can send him a private message, Joe.
I'm not greedy, I just want one of each.
Remember Ira Hayes
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I'm on it. thanks!
I sent a private message. Look for a flashing envelope near the top of your screen and click on it.
Last edited by Lightfoot; 07/07/17.
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Hi, Just sent you a PM. I'm interested in a mount. Thanks
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I just recently purchased a mount from Lightfoot. It wasn't cheap, but was very well made. After getting and installing it I wondered how he could make the mount so reasonably priced for what he had to put into it. If I ever get another 99 Lightfoot will be the first to know because the first thing I would do is order another one of his mounts. Thanks Lightfoot.
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Thanks much! It is a very labor intensive transformation. I had hoped for a lower price point in the beginning. That was before I discovered the cost of tig welding and all of the associated pieces and supplies. I'm really not in it for the money.
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I'm just trying to decide which 99/1899 to get one for,,,,decisions decisions,,,,,,
Picture a combination right wing, libertarian, unabomber, nationalist who believes in reverent science and who, to his core, remembers the words he swore to defend the constitution from all enemies, foreign and domestic.....so help me God
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Just refreshing the pic since PB screwed us over...
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I use a mount with bases I can see over if I want to remove the scope in the field to see over and use my 99F's open sights.
I can see over the Weaver mount bases if I remove the scope by loosening it's rings side screws.
All guns should be locked up when not in use!
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Hi, I just joined the forum, and just bought my first Savage 99. It is an 1899 250-3000, made in 1917. To be 100 years old, it is in great condition. Looks original except for a Redhead recoil pad someone added years ago. It has a Redfield sight mounted on the receiver. I noticed that a member named Lightfoot makes a scope base that I would be interested in. Can't wait to shoot this rifle and see what it will do.
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Lightfoot mounts are great!. I have them on three early 1899/99's.
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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