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Did a search here and didn’t see anything other than there is a loss of value. But how much value all other things being equal? This is of course referring to a mount that requires drilling the receiver. Thank you for you time.
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Varies by model and condition. Drilling and tapping a beat up, gray 99EG in 300 Savage might reduce the value by $50-$75. Doing a nice EG in 300 might reduce value by $150.
Drilling and tapping a 98% special order 1899H in 22HP with pistol grip might reduce the value by $1000. Doing a 99K in 300 Savage might reduce value by $1500.
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and rather than drill and tap, there is now a solution called the lightfoot mount that uses the rear dovetail and the rear tang srcrews for the scope mount.
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As Keith said, just don't drill it. Mike makes the mount, in a couple variations. He's making one now that will take modern scopes. He will probably contact you because of the title of your post. Or you can PM "lightfoot", Joe.
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To me 1/2 the value of the gun is lost once the metal sees a drill bit.
A $1000 gun becomes a $500 gun once you drill holes in the receiver.
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Some of us just don't want one at almost any price if it's been D&T'd. David
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Loss can also be measured in terms of desirability. The more altered a 99 is the less desirable it becomes and the more difficult it becomes finding a buyer. Savage 99s have a relatively small but loyal following and today's gun buying trends seem to favor "black rifles." If resale is truly a concern (and I have to assume it is because you asked the question) then you might be best off selling the 99 right now and finding something that's already scope friendly.
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Sure, That James Julia Monarch grade slipped from $60,000 to $40,000 just because it was D&T'd. Lightfoot mounts pay for themselves by preserving original condition.
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Did you get that one Jeff? Just drop stacks of "C" notes, or put it on the card? I know that 3% CC fee is a bummer, Joe.
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Thinking that I will go with Mike’s design. Thanks for all the replies!
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I just received one of Mike's mounts, the craftsmanship, design and finish are great. I think Mike's mount is the only option for a 99. I'm going to get it mounted on my 99 this weekend.
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Just got the delivery notice from USPS. Glad you like it!
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