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And looks like this is the original letter from Fry that started it. Seems like it was a back and forth argument.

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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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Thanks Calhoun, really interesting information, I love these old back and forth argument that use to run in the old magazines.

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In some ways, it hasn't changed much...

"Is cartridge X good for this kind of hunting?"
"Are you crazy, of course not! You need at least to use Y!"
"Yes it is, are you nuts? Y is just overkill!"
"etc"... grin


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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Originally Posted by jorgeI
Thanks for the great article, Calhoun. I think we've tended to "overbore" as time goes by, but thankfully that is turning around. Witness the large number of hunters afield today who routinely and safely take deer with 22 centerfire rifles. Hell, my uncle took TWO lion is Mozambique in the late 60s with a Winchester Model 70 in 270 with 130gr Silvertips. Today with modern bullets, I am sure the 250 Savage can take a LOT of game previously thought to be too much for this cartridge.


Says the man that only accepts grandes tetas!

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Originally Posted by hatari
Says the man that only accepts grandes tetas!

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The bigger the better, the tighter the sweater....


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The 250-3000 would be a nice gun for a safari!

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Very interesting reads!

Thanks for posting these.

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