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Ever Wonder as to How Many Savage's Still Exist? How Many
Orginal's,Untouched-Modified-Altered are around??How Many are still In the Orginal Family From Grandpa passed the the line?
Why did Savage not go any Futher with 1 Of the 1st Calibors such as the 32-20 Prototype?? Also at 1 Time there where a Couple of 99's that where Chamberd for the 30-06 as Prototype's which where simular to the "R"and wider in the receiver and Heavier! The 30-06 I had Seen On Auction Several Years Ago. And Who Owns the Oldest Savage!
This Would Be some Great Data to get for Savage Collectors and For Jed's Savage Fest in August.
And wouldn't Be Wonderful If We could Get Savage Arms to Reintroduce the Savage 99 Again?? And If they Did as to What Calibors would You Like to See??
Steve
30-06 (favorite caliber)
30-30 (just because it is a classic)
300 Win Mag (may need a reinforced tang area)
Ras
As far as Me. I would like to see the Model F,G or T Make a Come Back Older Style and No Clip, Good old Brass rotor.
Revive the .303 Savage Calibor,
257 Roberts
32-20
35 Remington.

Steve
Well as long as we're dreaming...........a mini 99 in 223. Take down please.
An EG in 25-06... EG in 270...

That'd fill out my hunting needs very well.
Okay Steve,

now that I'm dreaming out loud: an elegant "1895" style stock. It would be highly figured French style walnut and checkered in the A3 style. The fore ends would come glass bedded up to the screw then free floated
for accuracy. A 3/8 crescent black rubber butt pad should keep recoil managable when shooting from a prone position all day.

It should be chambered for the newly developed 250 Savage Mag with Ackley Improved ballistics. ( think same short receiver ) A deep blue 26" hexagon barrel (light weight, no sights) with 10-1 rifling to handle everything from 120 gr. Noslers to 75 gr. varmint bullets accurately. Deep blue receiver, same beautiful case colored straight lever. It would be factory D/T and topped off with a matte Leupold VXII 4-12.

Made in America with CNC machinery! (Are you listening, SAC?)

Call it my "High Plains Regulator!" Bring it on!!!
Boy-Oh-Boy Bert!
Ya got some Kinda of Imagination! Wow.
P.S. Tnx for the Compliment! Make's Me Feel Good Being a Tool Maker and Manufacture!
Steve
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"Boy-Oh-Boy Bert!
Ya got some Kinda of Imagination! Wow."

Yah, my teenage years were particularly hard on me! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Make mine in a .45/70 or better yet a .45/90 with a really beefed up action!
How about a 45/110 with a cresent butt plate?
Ill go with Boltman on the 45-70 its a real hammer on game, and fun to shoot. John
I'm with Boltman and Saddlering! 45-70 in an 1899H with 1895 wood and carbine buttplate. 3D Maple please! Case hardened reciever and lever, brown barrel with integral front ramp and no rear dovetail. Lyman 29 1/2 on the tang! Let's go huntin'!
I would DiddoThat a 45-70 With Saddlering and Boltman. Yeah another Calibor for the 99.
But Let's Get to real Nitty Gritty Of things Let's Start With Our Forum Members any Any History that they Can Bring.
Like Joe(Mad-dog)-Les, Jed and others.
What Happened to the Original Prototype of the 99 in 32-20?
How Many Savage's Still Exisist? How Many are Out There still around? It Would Be Nice to get some Number's together, for The U.S. and Canada.
Starting With Me, My Dad and Father In-Law, total we Have,
(1899sav and Family)= 206 Savage's From Model's 1895-99's Gathered from 1971 til Present.
Steve
Octagonal-interchangeable-barrels-T/D,brass-plate,lever,saddlering,lyman-and-rotor/counter.Case-color-receiver.Rosewood-or-brazilian-walnut-checkered-like-Jedd's.One-gun-with-200-cals.
Also-I'd-like-that-lyman-hardened-and-kink-proof.
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Also-I'd-like-that-lyman-hardened-and-kink-proof.

...ty,got a hearty chuckle there.
I'd make a WAG and say 10% of the early rifles are still in unaltered condition.
Tnx Jed.
So How Mnay Savage's Do Ya Have so we can start getting a total.
Steve
I have owned 11 1899s, but now only have 3. But wanting more. John
Total So Far 209.
i'm fresh outta um...I'll try to assemble a few before the Fest.
Youre-the-savage-guru,I'm-sure-your-kidding.That's-like-"Bruce-lee-without-nunchucks".HD
I'd like to assemble those that i've owned...
Would be an impressive sight.
Jed
I think your yankin our Chain????
Steve

Fresh-Out Em???? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
Sorry, but if I can get one in .45/70, .45/90 or .45/110 - any of the above would have to come with a shotgun butt rather than a cresent butt. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Well some us said that already.
Trying to Get a Count Of Savage's Of what all the Members have so we can get a total Out there?
And Perhaps go Futher with It.
Steve
Seven
That Make's 216 So Far and Counting!
Steve
5 here . <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />
Need more tho,even some of the rats you yanks knock back !!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
221 Now. And Climbing
Sorry, I can only account for barely a handful, four. An 1895A, a 1899B & a nice pair of premil 300s, EG & F.
225 now and climbing
1 1899- 10 99's-and 1 1895 Commerative NIB (not that that counts for anything here) 2 with swivels added, and the 1899 has been sanded, and 1 has replacement wood. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />
Ten in the total flock, but only five totally undickedwith.
247 and climbing!
(2)-1899'S.HD
249 and climbing
2 for me,
#1 1954 EG in .300 it's been drilled & tapped for a scope and sling studs added.
#2 1952/53 EG in .300 supposed to be all original, picking it up today.
251 and Growing!
22 HP TD , 300 EG , 308 E
253 and Growing.
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244 and Growing.
went from 251 to 244 I guess my junk is on the minus side <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Corrected. 253
Steve, 6mm250 had 3.. should'a been 254.

Then add in 5 for me.

1899A, 1899B, 1899C, 99G, 99EG. All be dicked with..
259 and growing. Tnx for the Correction Cal.
Steve
24 here
283 and going
I have one.
284 and Growing.
P.S. Please Keep Up the Count. As I will be On vaction From July 2nd thru the 12th.
Steve
I also have one
285!
I'm at 21 and last time altacan chimed in I asked what he was up to and he said 130.
99E 243 with a Burris FFII in 3-9x40
99EG in 300 Savage with a Leupie 3-9x40
1899H in 30-30, original
1899F in 30-30, original
None are too good to take out and let the air out of a few deer with. Therefore, I love em...
Tnx
Joe.
Total Now 436 And Going.
Steve
Tnx Ras
440 And Growing.
Steve
Les Needs to ad His.
I Hope all is well for Him and New Baby And Mom To.
Where You at Les??? Hands Full In Diapers??
Steve
only 2---F. 308 and 1899, 303
442 and growing.Tnx
steve
I've got 5.
1 .243
1 .308
3 .300 sav.

Jerry
447 and growing tnx
Between myself and my brother we have around 150 in all conditions. Don
Only one <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> 1949 EG 300. BUT, I'm lookin for more <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
Tnx 598 Now and Still Growing.
Steve
Last count.... 50
Tnx 648 And Growing.
only one 1959 eg, .308
I have 7
2 T/D H's in 22HP and 303 Sav.
3 R's all in 300 Sav.
1 F 300 Sav.
1E 308 Win.
Also next month I will be adding an A in 25-35 <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
You can count my 49EG and 55F. (Both in .300 Savage)
My pack of rats, I should change my handle to "Willard"
In order of accumulation, started about 1980
Model 250-3000, has a swapped barrel
G in .300, gave it to a friend.
.303 TD, refinished wood, nice metal, interupted reciever, full thread barrel,with Lyman 21
.32-40 TD super rat, has the prettiest grained walnut forearm with checkering but the butt stock is a replacement. Metal sucks.
H in 250 has a barrel band.
G in .300 with added recoil pad.
R in .300 with a Pachmar swing mount and 4x Hawk (post and fine hair).
.358 Brush Gun, 3x Leupold
CD in .243, 6x Leupold
C in .284, 3x9 Nikon, quite a bit prettier than the one that just went on GB.
+ 10
Rick
now there's "666".

Help! there's gotta be more...
I've got 36 1895's, 14 1899 SRC's, 6 MHG Muskets and about 25 1899 A's, B's and C's in all conditions..........Dick
36 M1895's!!! That is amazing. Anyone know of anyone who has more M1895's than this???

Dick - do you have all the calibers made in the M1899 SRC covered in those 14 that you have? And, any with the early "small barrel band"?
Dick,

that don't sound like a collection as much as an "investment portfolio".

IMPRESSIVE!!!

Don't you count MHG bayonets as Savages as well?

747...
An 1899E in 250-3000, an 1899 250-3000, 3 F's in 243, 300, and 308, and a A in 308. Six total.
steve99
S99,
You need a 358 F to round things out w/your F collection a lil bit....
I happen to know wheres theres a dandy for sale.
Jed,

Yeah, I remember seein' that one a while back. A 250 and 358 would round things out nicely. I am out of the market for this year though. My wife insists that a deck and furnishings are more needed than Savages. That composite deck is expensive stuff. If its still available next year...
steve99
Nine (9) M99's:
M99F T/D .303Sav
M99H (MP marked) .30-30Win
M99EG .300 Sav (early post-war D&T, swivals)
M99EG .300 Sav (factory D&T)
M99R .300Sav (factory D&T)
M99Featherweight .250Sav
M99Featherweight .358Win
M99DL .308Win (cut checkered)
M99DL .284Win (press checkered)

Other Savages: Twenty Nine (29) additional if you're counting other than M99:
M1919 NRA .22LR
M23B .25-20
M1920 .250Sav
M1920/26 .300Sav
M45 Super Sporter .30-30
M340B .22Hornet
M340 .30-30
M110M .243Win
M110 "1 of 1000" 7x57mm
M110P Premier .30-06
M219 .22Hornet
M219 .22K-Hornet
M219 .30-30
M24M .22WMR/.410
M24 .22LR/.410
M24 .22WMR/20ga
M24C .22LR/20ga
M24V .222/20ga
M24V .30-30/20ga
M220 .20ga
M220 .16ga
M220 .12ga
M1907 .32ACP
Fox Bst 20ga.
Stevens M183 12ga.
Stevens M1915 Favorite .32RF Long
Stevens M75 .22LR
Stevens 87 .22LR
Stevens 67E 12ga

Total Savages Thirty Seven (37)
only two

a 300 in the rare war years production complete with kill notches

and a post mil 243 but still rotary
My dad has a T/D H in 22 Hi Power.
The there is the 22 Hi Power my Grandparents neighbor has.
And there is the 99C (I know, not a real 99) the was my great-uncles that some of my family members screwed me out of.
767 and counting...
I forgot to add that a friends dad has on old savage in 303 that the factory couldn't letter. Not sure what model it is but I do remember it has an octogon barrel. I only saw the rifle once, but it seems he said it was an 1899.
I forgot to add my brothers' and my uncles. Both 300 sav. eg, around 1953 I think.So that's 2 more!
Boltman, yes I have all the winchester calibers in SRC's. The only SRC I have with the bbl band is an 1895......


olgrouser, I have 5 bayonets, forgot to mention them. You are right in that it is a collection that has gotten out of hand and looks more like an investment portfolio <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> I started out by collecting everything Savage lever guns. I have now narrowed it down quite a bit. I find it hard to get rid of my 1899's in Win. cal. I have all the calibers in the A's and B's. have a couple Deluxe's and afew special order feature guns. Safe is getting pretty full, though. Too many guns and not enough time. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />........Dick
770 and counting
Heck Guy's I figured with all the Members and collectors'owners etc we'd be in the thousands range by now.???? Looks as if that there are not many around?
Steve
all dried up...better you head for them Marlin's.
Jed
I Guess So. Maybe I should ask the Marlin Guys!
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I was Just Curious to see How Hi we Could Get the Count Up for Your Fest!
Steve
Your count goes up weekly Steve, so why aren't we at a 1000 yet.

I got two more last week but the "unfired" 1895 Anniversary Edition is off to market...
772
I'll play. 14
Now 786
Tnx Mark. Even for the Virous! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Did I give you the "I can't have enough 99s virus" <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
5-1899A's, one 250-3000, 55 - 99's for 61 total that I own at present and have sold 8 in last year and presently have 3- 99C's that I am selling for an estate.

LawMan
Mark
I am up to 183 as Of today. Really P's Me Off/
They Just Keep Coming. Ya guys out east Must have some good Guru's Out That Way.
Steve
Tnx Lawman
Where Up to 850 Now.
Did Not Include waht ya Sold.
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Between Greenhornet47 and myself we have 12. Les
Tnx Les. up to 862 Now.
Keep em Coming Guy's
Steve
Sheepishly he says, I have one.
Tnx Jack Pa
863 Now.
Steve
Wife thinks I have only the one I inherited from my father. She says they all look alike to her. Put me down for a dozen and I am hoping for more.

Daveyreka
Tnx Dave
875 Now,
P.S. Got the P.M. Will check.
Steve
Come On guys I Know theres More Savage's Out Their In this Group Here!
Steve
Put me, son & grandson down for 33. dh
I have 36 to add to that number,
Tnx Guy's
Up to 944 Now. Let's Keep'em Coming.
Steve
I have an even dozen.

emmitt
tnx
956 now
About a dozen, a few unaltered, most custom or customized, Griffin & Howe, Shelhamer, Jaeger, Randall (obscure Oregon gunsmith but wonderful 7-30), Epps, Dowtin, MPI, couple without ID. Only fancy original is an A2 Special from 1909.
tnx mark
968 now.
Here's what I have:
1 1899 .250 Deluxe - different #ed buttplate
1 1899 .250 Deluxe - had holes drilled in receiver
1 99R in .250 - original
1 1899B in .30-30 - original
1 1899F SRC in .30-30 - original
So my list is five, all used but not abused!!!!

Then my great uncle-in-law has a 99R in .308 and he'd be even greater if he'd give it to me <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> and I can think of three EG's in .250, one .300, one .22 Hi-Power 1899H that neighbors have and a 99E in .243 that I sold. So I guess with my 5 you can add another 6 for a grand total of 11.

RandySavage99
Tnx Randy
973 Now.
Let's Keep'em coming. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
I'm sure the Fug has a gross maybe two gross...
Also my bud in Wi...has a gross or better...
What the Heck Is FUG???
Steve
P.S. Jed a Lot Of Door Prizes Going Tommorrow for the Fest ta Ya!
Steve
Fug is one of the off-line guru's.Barkeater is his eyes on the net...so stuff you sell to Barkeater...is going to the Fug.
I have one (passed down from my dad) and my brother has one (he was mad 'cause I got dad's & went out & found one of his own). Both .300s, mine is an R (according to Lightfoot) but I don't know what his is. Next time I see him, I'll ask.
Tnx T.T.
Now Up to 975.
Steve.

P.S. Hey Jed did You get the FUG?? Yet??
Steve
I've extended an invite to the Fug...to the fest thru Barkeater...Perhaps you'll be able to ask him.
8 1895s 74 1899, 99s
WoW John,
82! You Have almost as Many as I do.
Tnx
Perhaps You can Send Some Pics to Les. for His Savage Site.
Total Now 1,057
Keep em' coming Guys.
Steve
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I have one 99F in 308
I only have one, and it's my only deer rifle (no complaints).
99F 300sav my dad bought new in 1954-55.
I remember my uncle use to hav an old 99 that my grandfather would have bought before WW1, it may have been in 25-35?
Steve, put me in for one more, this should put us at 1059
I have a 30-30 H and a 308 E.
Tnx SwampCrawler and saddlering
That Puts Up to 1,061 Now.
Keep Em Coming Guys I Know there More Out Their.
Only a Couple Of Weeks To Jed's Fest.
Steve
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Add one more for me Steve, just made a bargain for another 99F.
3 here:EG .300 SAV,R .300 SAV,C 7mm08
probably 40+ myself, mostly rats.

another 30+ 23's and 19's
Tnx Tal35, keystonekid ,Norm123
That Bring the Count Now to 1,105 In Model 99'1899'1895's!
Keep Em Coming Guys.
Steve <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
I have 29. Every Caliber and some duplicates
Tnx Dave_O
Count is Now Up to 1,134
Keep em Coming Guys.
Steve
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Add 3 More to The Count
300 R, 284 M, and a 22 h.p.
total Now 1,137.
Steve
284 M??

Steve... oh, Steve...
1 more to add
Pre mil original .243 R
Looking for more!
I have two

1899 .303 savage take down

99 .243 win.
What Rory?????
Steve <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
1,140 and Growing. Tnx
Guys.
Steve <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Steve, there was no model M..
Rory
It's a DL the M stood for MMMM-Yummy!
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Love that 284.. used one my first couple of deer seasons. Does a number on a whitetail for sure..
Put Me down for 10 but thats New Zealand
Tnx Kiwi
Wheather Your Down Under Or Not Your 1 Of Us.
P.S. What Models/Calibors ya Have??
1,150 Now. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Steve
I've got:

99 EG 300 sav
99 E 308 Win

and my brother has

99 EG 300 Sav
1895 SRC .303
1899-F SR ,303
1899-A TD .25-35
1899-F SR .303
1899-A TD .303
1899-A .30-30 Resleaved to 225 Win
1899 -? 250-3000
99-H 30-30
99-A .300
99-E .243
Tnx Transitsc
1,153 Now.
Steve <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Kiwi
Nice Collection. Which is Your Favorite??
How about Some Pics????
Steve <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Well Jed
2 Day's Left Until your Fest.
And So far Between all the Member that Reported
We have 1,153 1895',1899,2 and 99's.
Steve <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
just read the post - add 2 1899's and 2 99EG's all 250 - nephew has a 300 and neice has a 303
Tnx Keystone 250
That Makes 1,159 Now. Keep em Coming.
Also Welcome to the Site.
Steve
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Steve,

I know a couple of guys locally that I know never use computers that have a total of 13 99's between both of them. I am working on owning all of them (In my dreams at least).
More to add.......

.300 Model EG
.300 Model R
.300 Model F
.250-3000 Model EG
.308 Model F
.250-3000 Model R
.358 Model F

Used to be more........will be again I'm sure
more 99s

99F 243
99F 300
99F 308
99R 300
Tnx Dave
I see ya Got the Ammo!
That Makes 1,172 total.
P.S. If your Dreams Happen the Count Won't Change. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Steve
TNx TexasRick
And Again Welcome to the Forum.
That Makes 1,179.
Keep Em Coming.
P.S. You Want More?? Look Up John Elder in Elpaso
He Has a Load Of Them, Got 9 From Him and I Know Les(Violator) Bought 1 From Him too.
But What Out He's One of them Good Old Boy's "Cowboy" Dudes that Like to Wheel and Deal,"Horse TRader Personality"
Steve
Damn good guy, he is the one I got my H from. Les
Tnx labsandelk
That Make 1,183 Now! Where You at in the U.P.
I got A Place In Wisconsin 30 Miles South of Ironwood Mich.
Off of Rt2 and 51.
Steve
Thanks for the reminder Steve. Add one more to the list. 1899A, 26" rnd tube, .303 Sav., and original condition.
Here is my 1940 Savage 99. Absolutely original.[img]http://[/img] [img][image]http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k95/97thSignalman/IMG_2438.jpg[/img][/image]
Very nice EG you have there... gotta love those classic Savage lines. In 300 Savage?
I WISH SAVAGE WAS STILL MAKING THE MODEL 99 IN 358!! OUR OFEER THEM IN THE 110 PACKAGE! PLEASE SAVAGE START OFFERING THE 358.
Dont know what # were at, but add two more for me a T & a SRC F. john
Tnx SaddleRing
Between You Longbeardking and 97th Signalman
That Brings it Up to 1,187 Now.
Waiting for Calhoun, I Know He Just Boughtt Something And Others. Keep 'em Coming Guy's.
P.S. Still Waiting for Les's "T'd" Compass Gun.
Steve
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Been away from the sight awhile, have four 1899B 25-35, 99 TD 250-3000, Brushgun .375Win and a 99 E .308 Win.

erich
Welcome back erich ,
Nice to see ya poke back in.
And tnx for the Info
That Makes 1,191 Now.
Keep'em coming Guys.
Steve
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An RS w/ G&H side mount in .300 Sav.

A G in .300, well used but unbubba'ed.

A DL in .300 Sav.

An 1899 A in .303 Sav.
Hello, everyone. I haven't been on the forum in a awhile. Count two more 99's. Have an EG that's D&T'ed with a Lyman Alaskan and a takedown that I think is an older F. Not sure. The count is a great idea. A few of you guys own more 99's than I've ever seen!!
I have a M99eg in .300 Savage that is all original except for the scope mount tapping. Dunno if the sling mounts are original. This rifle got my grandfather, my father and myself our first deer. Lots of history with that gun!!!
rahtl, that's the best kind of 99 to own!

txati2d, post a pic of your older 99 and we'll help ya identify it.

And, I now have my 6th 99, a 1935 99EG in 300. Even bigger rat than I anticipated due to some stock damage incurred during shipping. Sigh...

So, that's a total of 1,199 currently? Steve, do we have to subtract the few dozen you're auctioning off? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
you have already counted my 29, but I got two more since I first gave you my count. Nice .243 "f" came from Jed today. Yee Haw!
that took quite awhile to make it to you...glad you like it.
.338 Federal and/or .358 Winchester.
260 Remington. And they wouldn't have to retool the 308 action. Just screw on a 260 Barrel.
Personal opinion, but... I believe that the 308 stretched the 99 frame a mite too long. It lost the smoothness that made the 99 the sweetest handling lever gun of all. When Savage lengthened the 99 frame, it just became too long and less smooth than the shorter 300 size frame; but it is OK. Another stretch, I feel would be too much.

Therefore, I vote for the 338 Federal as a new cartridge - it has 30-06+ performance and licks on the heels of the 7mm Remington. AND, it will fit into the 308 frame.

With modern CNC milling, the costs should not be excessive, so a new 99 could be priced competively!
Hi Steve
Its Mike.Started collecting(and shooting)99's about five years ago.Thanks to Steve I have ammo.Count me down for 43 .I
love my 303's and 358's.
Mike
As in Pizza1??? On G.B.
Steve
Yes,I am glad I found this site.It will be helpfull.You guys know
your stuff.
Howdy boys, I am new to the forum but you can put me down for 3.

99 E - 243 My first hunting gun that started it all
99 E - 308
99 T - 250-3000 My first Savage purchased as a collector and not a shooter. Now I have the bug and I am not sure if that is a good thing....financially.
Well that's Great Mike.
Les (Violator) Will be glad to Know.
He was Bidding on that 22-250 Ya Got On G.B.
He wanted it and Wanted to Know Who You Where.
Steve
Paid too much for that one.There is another one on G.B.
Its in better shape then the one I bought.Starting out at high
price.Hope to get out this week shooting.Just picked up
a 99f in 358 at a local gun shop.Mounted a scope and cant wait
to sight it in.Talk to you soon.
You'LL Like the 358. Bit Of a Kick. But Nice Shootin.
Just Sighted Mine In Last week.
Now debating On which Gun to Use in 2 Weeks.
Steve
Hi Mike, welcome, by the way I hate you <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> How does that 22-250 shoot? Les
HI Les
Didn't shoot it yet.The pictures looked better than the gun did.No hard feelings.We all are probably going to run into each
other on gun auctions since we are all out for the same thing.I
saw that 1895 you got on the auction.Looks like a nice gun.I think you got a great deal.I didnt start collecting the old ones yet.Anyway nice talking to you.
Mike
A be Nice Now Les.
After all Look at where it Got Me On to?? And Us. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Add my .300 EG to the tally.

That makes 1,249... so far.

Oh, and I know where one more just like mine is ... that makes 1,250.
I have 2 1899s and want more.
dave
Gonna Add 1 More to the Count.
New Toy For Me!
Steve [img]http://[image]http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r217/1899Sav/pix2199545672.jpg[/img][/image]

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Very nice Steve! Where'd you get that?
Steve,

did you give Joe your hard earned cash for that beauty?

I was wondering who would go all in for that one...

Great gun, I've not seen a better MHG, what's the serial #?

B.
I have 2 25/20 savage sporters passed down from grandfather to grandson if anyone knows were i can get a clip for them i have one missing and would love to make gun complete.
Hey Guys,
Ive inherited a 300 Sav. 99 F Ser. # 338xxx which seems to have been manufactured in 1931, and was interested in possibly selling it. I have been searching for information on the value but am not certain of it's worth. Any input would be welcome.

Thanks
Welcome Mybabiesdad

Any pics? What condition?
It's in very good condition. the stock shows some wear, but the blueing is perfect with no flaws. I will put some pictures on.
Here are some pics of the 1931 300 Sav. Model 99 F The blueing on this rifle is like new.

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Let me try that again.
I have 2 (so far):
1952 99EG 300sav
1960 99F 308win
Rakkasan
Got It Down from Elpaso Texas Way.
She's a Beuti, and Very Nice and Clean.
Steve
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Bert
Joe as in M.D. Or Slator??
No Got Mine From Elpaso Texas Way.
But Been Eying that 1 on Joe Slators Web Page for a While Now.
Steve
i own 9 99's now
I have 8 total. 4 are in 300, 3 in 303, and one in 30-30. They consist of a 1899 carbine, 1 early C, 1 G, 1 A, 4 EG's. Nothing newer than 1952.
I currently own 5 99's, 22-250, 243, 250, 300 and 308. Looking to add more.

sactoller
2 99-Fs in 308
1 99-B in 30-30
1 99-G in 300sav (compass in buttstock)
1 99-C (later model) in 308
1 99-C (later model) in 243
1 99-E in 243
1 99-CE in 300 sav
1 99-EG in 250
2 99-EG in 300 sav
1 99-R in 300 sav (wood has been redone)
1 99 - C series A in 22-250
1 24 E-DL 22 mag /20 ga (was my grandfathers)
All original except the 2 with explinations
13 Savages total (FOR NOW!)
I own two

99EG 300
99C 243
and my father owns 1

99 not sure of model in 300

and Jar, where at in MO are you from...I live (when i am in the US) in ST. Louis
I got 6 99's with a 7th on the way,

1 1899A in 30-30
1 99B in 300 Savage
1 250-3000
1 EG in 250
2 EG in 300
1 G in 30-30 on the way.

Then I have 7 pump 22's, 3 semi-suto 22's, 3 shotguns, 4 pistols, 2 model 23's and 1 17 HMR bolt gun in savages.

Almost forgot my single shot 219 in 22 Hornet I got from Wes.
Hello,LM99 I live about 50 miles se of kcmo in a little town called Holden. we are just west of warrensburg. I take it you travel out of the country, military?
JAR,

I know where Holden is....Actually i am over seas as a military contractor...though i am also now a member of the Air National Guard in STL which is moving to Whiteman soon....though i think i will non retain....

I live in downtown STL
Cheers from the Persian Gulf
LM99 let me know if your ever out this way. By the way whats the 99 count up to ? dose anyone know?
Looking for info on .250-3000 savage with circle sp stamped in it.
when was it manufacfured
seir# 421###
Lever action, orig. stock
I'll take a Savage 99 in 260 Rem.
wherever they are, they're hard to find. I have one model 99
EG & having new wood made. Called a bunch of gunshops,
& nobody in this area has any for sale. Put a wanted ad in
our local newspaper & we'll see what comes of that. Looks
like these guns may be a good investment (great way to
rationalize).
Just picked up a 99 F 284 win. add another one to the total. John
Tnx John
Will Get Up-dated totals Soon.
Come all You Guys I Know that Many have Not Posted,
Hey Jed goota to in the rafters and get us a Count!!!
Stever
+1 more for me...boring old okay shape 300 EG

and another if I can convince Steve to sell me something out of his HUGE closet....haha <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Add two more to the tally. I just stumbled across this thread!

I've got a 99F in 308 and 99EG in 300 Sav. Let a takedown model 30-30 slip thru my hands last summer because I was dazzled by the prospect of one in 358 Win that I really didn't have a prayer of getting. Still looking for that 358, though.
And two more - 1941 made 99EG in 300 savage bought new by my grandfather in original condition with redfield peep; and 1951 made in 308 win with low power variable "brush scope", my every day deer gun.
Steve,
You may as well ad 27 more to the total, I had not been paying any attention to this thread til today. Good job!

Bob
Steve,

Add 1 more for me, Model C 30-30 half octagon, half round 26" from 1902. Makes an even dozen for me.
My 1899C in 30-30 accepted from the factory on April 5th, 1902. SN is 31.8xx. Close? And congrats... tough to find 1899C's.
Steve, talked with my brother and you can add another 50 between his and mine were up to 200 total. Don <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />
I own 18, son owns 1, buddy Dennis owns 2. Thats 21 here in a square mile. Would LOVE to see them come out with a 99 in 257 Roberts.
Now Ya Talking A 257 Roberts. One of My Most well Liked Calibors.
2 EGs and 1 E, all in .300 Savage.
I have a Savage 99M 308 cal. rifle. Does anyone know any information on this rifle?? The M is what Im having trouble finding any info for. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/help.gif" alt="" />
It would be best to make a new post of your question vs. tacking on to this posting. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

99-M was Savage code for monte carlo comb. Common to the DL.
Repost your question, give us a serial range and some details and we should be able to tell you a little more.
I've got one--a 99R made in 1956.

Rod
I'm brand new to this site and I just got 99 manufactured in 1922. It was given to me by my in laws who had it for awhile. It chambered in 300 savage. Got few nics and scratches but in excellent condition. I'm trying to learn more about it.I am in Dallas TX.
ReySC
Reysc, start a new thread and give us specifics. We'll nail down everything you want to know. If you can post a pic, that always helps.
Quote
Reysc, start a new thread and give us specifics. We'll nail down everything you want to know. If you can post a pic, that always helps.


Will do, let me get a pic and will post soonest!! Thanks a lot!
Great thanks.

Savage 99M Lever action SN 1066010
308 WIN on barrell
Manufactured in Westerfield. Mass.
Savage indian head on the butt <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

This a good gun? going to fire some rounds this weekend! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />
Hey Guys,
My '99 has an F on the barrel and G on the reciever with the barrel removed, it is a takedown model. The forestock is checkered with a delicate schnoble no checkering on the end. It has a pistol grip w/ checkering. The front sight is a ramp w/steel bead the rear is a Lyman 1A. Oh yeah, it's a 300 Savage. What exact model do I have?
The serial # 338339.
Hey guys, please don't post your questions in this posting. Click the "POST" button and start your own new question. Glad to answer your questions just not here.
Not sure I have an "Original", I think mine is a Blue & Wooden Rat, but none the less a Savage99 of some model.

.25 -.35 S/N 46.90X Octagon Barrel
Lucky man.. that would be a 1899B in a rare and highly desired caliber. Nice shooter.

Feel free to start up another thread asking for info on it and we'll tell ya all about it.
I just bought one that I'm in love with. It's an 1899a takedown in .300 savage. S/N is 243,***. It's in great shape but I'm afraid it's been refinished, so I'll probably refinish it again but with a more period finish instead of the tru-oil that I suspect they used. Otherwise in great condition for an 85 year old gun. I'm going to look for a peep sight for it and intend to use it for hunting but it won't go to the woods. For me, hunting means opening the window in the living room. Got one taht way this morning with my 99E post-mil.
I found a letter written to me 'bout 6 yrs ago, a man who has his late father's 1895 .303, oct.bbl. rifle. #10,047, acquired it about 1940. The granddad, a machinist, mechanic, & gunsmith, didn't like the long length & chewed him (dad) out for it. So-o-o he cut down the oct. barrel and fixed it back to life. Son said he hasn't fired it in years.

Haven't heard from him since........... 99 LL
I would like to see the .358 Winchester and the .32 Win Special.
This thread has gone nuts. What the heck was the last count?
Last number I could find was 1249.
Well, we'd need all new counts from Steve and Mike for it to be close, they've probably bought another hundred or so by now. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Well Rory
I was Looking For voulenters in Helping with the Count.
Now that You Have Stepped Up. Ya can work some Computor Magic for Me.
Me Up to 268.
So let the Count Begin. And Hopefull every One Has there's In.
Perhaps Jed will put His In to!
Tnx For Helping Rory.
1) 99H barrel band carbine in .30/30

and

1) 40 Super Sporter bolt action in .30/30

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1899 Takedown 303sav. not sure what Md it is yet
Well, I've reviewed this thread, created a bit of a spreadsheet and here's what I've got. This includes ONLY 1895's, 1899s and 99s. 1895 Commemoratives fall into the 99 category.. cuz I'm generous. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I didn't include friends or neighbors, only forum members and relatives. Seemed more pertinent..

If anybody has updates since they posted here, either follow up or PM me. Some here may not want to post how many they have out of privacy concerns. I'll keep it private for you.
  • Savage 1895's -- 48
  • Savage 1899's -- 98
  • Savage 99's -- 213
  • Unknown Models -- 1,099
  • Total -- 1,458
Rory!
Your a Good Man Tnx For Up-dating. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
I'Ll P.M. ya later with the Up-Date On Mine. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Added one more since I originally posted;

99F in 300 sav
Add 1 99 EG in .300 Savage
Add a R in 300savage for me!
I'll update the totals in a couple of days.. but I think we definitely need an update from Steve and Mike. Jed may have a new one or two also..

Again, PM me if you don't want to go public with your goodies list. grin
Me?? Rory! Hmmmmm
Jed Never Posted any? I don't Think????
Plus we never Got any From Joe??? Maybe? got to Look tonite!
Add 4 More For Me.
Stever

And Mike?????????>>>>>>>>I think he's got 20 or so over the Last Month!!!!
Hey, what was that picture you showed of the collection you just got in? Looked like more than 4 to me! :Grin:
Rory
Those are Rat's that I use.
Stever
99 EG in 300 Savage.

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/Dio_020/300Savage.jpg
Another one 300sav. 1936 made EG rat
Forgot my father in law- add 2 1899's in 303 and one 99EG in 300, Rich.
1899A TD 303 Savage 26" round barrel, Marbles tang sight. Serial number 108,XXX. Still looking for brass! moodyholler
I have always believed a man should have 2 rifles. One is a .22;
the other a 30.06. Can't see wasting a 99 on .22's!
I do not think I have ever seen an "original" Model 99.
There wasn't many of them here in the midwest when they were being made let alone now. In all of the gunshows, auctions, etc I have attended I have only seen 3 of them. I would have brought 2 of them home only if they were free and the other was very expensive.
Dan
Originally Posted by Calhoun
I'll update the totals in a couple of days.. but I think we definitely need an update from Steve and Mike. Jed may have a new one or two also..

Again, PM me if you don't want to go public with your goodies list. grin


Rory
We have a Total Of 1,470.
And add 5 More that 3 Came From Ohio and 2 From Michigan.
1,475 Now. Plus 3 Barrel Set Either =1 or 3 How Ever Ya Want to Add to Total. ( 1,476 or 1,478)????
And There Will be More Monday after Show and Auction.
Mike Pizza Probably gettin 2 from Ohion also.
Have a Great Week all.
Steve
Add 35 since my last post aways back. wink

Mike
Tnx Mike
Ya Been a Busy Boy!
Good For You.
Stever
Add 2 more for me, a 99E and a 99G.
1,475 Now. Plus 3 Barrel Set Either =1 or 3 How Ever Ya Want to Add to Total. ( 1,476 or 1,478)????

35 From Mike>Pizza1 or Savage99358
2 From Joe>M.D.

= 1,513 or 1,515 pending If Ya Count the 3 Barrel set as 1 or 3

Again
Tnx Mike and Joe.

P.S. Joes was that 22 Included???
Nope, I thought this was just 99's?
It was Intended for that Joe.
But I gotta Go Through a Couple Pages Back I thought I saw SOme other Savage Models Added In. I could be Wrong and Probably am.
Rory Might Know He Brought Every thing Up to Date via Spreed Sheet.
Steve
I now have (3). 2-99's and an 1899 that have not been entered on this post!! Mike...
Put me down for that 303 H carbine that I got 2 weeks ago! John
Add the 99F 308 i just found in my uncles closet and walked away with for 150.00 and it looks like new. never used in over 30 yrs # 943638
Add 3 More For Me. A 300 "F' 250 "F" and 1895
Late update, but here she is. Steve, that 1895 you listed is an original 1895 and not a commemorative, right? If so, here's what's been listed in this thread so far.


  • 99's ------ 227
  • 1899's --- 103
  • 1895's --- 49
  • Unknown - 1143
  • Total ---- 1522



And, no, I'm not keeping track of anything outside of the 1895/1899/99 family. So 22's only count if they're 22HP's or 22-250's. grin
99 T 300 here

CR
Quote
99's ------ 227
1899's --- 103
1895's --- 49
Unknown - 1143
Total ---- 1522

Are these Fugs numbers?
Originally Posted by ManDan
I have always believed a man should have 2 rifles. One is a .22;
the other a 30.06. Can't see wasting a 99 on .22's!
I do not think I have ever seen an "original" Model 99.
There wasn't many of them here in the midwest when they were being made let alone now. In all of the gunshows, auctions, etc I have attended I have only seen 3 of them. I would have brought 2 of them home only if they were free and the other was very expensive.
Dan


This is pretty strong "anti-99" talk mad I assume we have a "team" dispatched to deal with this wink
Originally Posted by Jed 1899
Quote
99's ------ 227
1899's --- 103
1895's --- 49
Unknown - 1143
Total ---- 1522

Are these Fugs numbers?


Nope, no public or PM'd count from FUG... or you... grin
Originally Posted by Calhoun
Late update, but here she is. Steve, that 1895 you listed is an original 1895 and not a commemorative, right? If so, here's what's been listed in this thread so far.


  • 99's ------ 227
  • 1899's --- 103
  • 1895's --- 49
  • Unknown - 1143
  • Total ---- 1522




Yes Rory it's an Original 1895,
Not the Centenial! A Centenial Is Just That. and On THose I Have 2 1 In the Box and 1 Out the Box. ANd Those I do not Consider a 1895.
Stever


And, no, I'm not keeping track of anything outside of the 1895/1899/99 family. So 22's only count if they're 22HP's or 22-250's. grin
I got two. A "G" and an "h" Neither messed with
i've got 99 in 30-30
303 savage
300 savage
and favorite 358
Welcome to the forum, tr405! Nice group you have there. Do you know exact models? I'd love to see a pic.
idon't know exact models and i will try to get pics up soon
Post a new thread with pics, and we'll help ya out. Some might be a tad brutally honest, but in the long one it's always best to know what it is you have.
I've got 1 passed down by my grandfather. It's the one with the barrel band - can't remember what model that is -- 303 Savage. Shoots dead on if I do my part. No holes for the funny handles everyone puts on the new rifles.

Chad
Sorry, only one. A 99A in .358 that has been "improved" by an unknowing artisan. Holes for a side mounted sight and what looks like a 10-22 swivel on the fore end.
batch
I have a couple of 99Fs, one in 250 Sav. and the other in .308. I think that model was one of Savages's best hunting models. Both have brass rotors and underlever safties. Should come back out with them.

I also have a rare Savage mod. 99EG in .308 caliber. Only a very few were produced in .308 before the 99F came out.

I would like to see a miniture 99EG in 223 and 6x45 come out. The whole thing just scaled down, but Savage hasn't been in touch with the shooting community for many years now, so it will not happen, the computer boys have taken over Savage and wow can they come out with some off the wall crap.
I have 2 for the list. 1950 99EG 300 Savage & 99E 300 Savage. Ken
Tnx Ken
Stever
here is one for your list 1899 in 25-35 winchester made in 1905 got it yesterday for 100 dollars an yard sale wonder what it is really worth
OH dear lord.. you found an 1899C in 25-35 for $100 on a yard sale? It's worth a LOT more if it's got any condition. Geez... $100? Bloody thief! grin
Originally Posted by danw
here is one for your list 1899 in 25-35 winchester made in 1905 got it yesterday for 100 dollars an yard sale wonder what it is really worth


Man
I gotta Start Hittin Yard Sales. laugh laugh laugh
Stever
danw,
Depends on the condition, but I would be interested in buying it when you arrive at a price.
no i dont want to sell it just wondered what it was worth shoots real well packs on a horse even better can now give my old 300s a break during deer season. also have a 99e in 300 sav and a 99c in 300 sav no wont sell them eithier one was uncles and the other was my dads
I would like to see a scaled down 99EG in .222, 223 and 6x45, a miniture Savage 99..wow!

I would also like for the 99F (circa 1950 era) to come back with brass rotor, underlever saftey, checkered walnut in 250 savage caliber mostly, but the .243, 308, 7-08 would be good alternative options.

Love that .250, shot a lot of deer and several elk with it when I was a youngster....
I got a 30-30 take down, model 99 or 1895 . Still trying to figure out witch model i have.

Petergun
Add 1 more to the total. 99H carbine serial # 3033XX. Thanks. I know it's not my job, but I was curious. I went back to the last posted total and worked to my post. I'm counting 1540 rifles.
Savage Model 99F in .300 sav mfg 1955
Originally Posted by LBK
Add 1 more to the total. 99H carbine serial # 3033XX. Thanks. I know it's not my job, but I was curious. I went back to the last posted total and worked to my post. I'm counting 1540 rifles.


Um
Your Right.
That Was Given to Rory to Keep Up the Counting.
Now Add
2 "T"'s, and 30-30 1899,a 35 Rem-1899,
and 300 eg,a 300 G preChecker,a 22 H.P.
6 More!
so 1546. I thinks.
Welcome
Nice rifle
Steve
Okay folks.. if you've been wheeling and dealing then post your new counts, or PM me if you prefer your stashes remain private. If you can, separate them into 1899's, 99's and 1895's and I'll total them up that way.
1-1895
12-1899's
5-99's pre mil (thought I'd add a catagory) grin
10-99's post mil

Blair
Nice thought 99trix... but I am NOT going to go back through this thread to recount. grin
Obtained my first 99 EG 24 In.barel manufactured in 1951 i think.
300 savage serial number 72398x.
Sam
Dont know why Ive never thrown mine into the mix up here.
Total of 3 99s.

308 premil F
30-30 G
300 EG
I have an original 1895 .303 Savage, s/n 6550. I am looking for an owners manual for it.
Darned good luck finding that... however, you've found the right group to ask questions of and get answers. Start a new post and you'll get lots of answers to your questions.

Welcome to the forum, by the way!
Ya'll know I've got it so add the 1899 F saddle ring carbine made in 1904 to the mix.

Wayne
I guess I should add one 1895....


Mike...
I have an 1895 .303 Savage. I have never fired it but I would like to. It's in emaculate condition. It was produced by John Marlin. I have a certificate from the Savage Historian that says it was returned to the factory in 1920 for unspecified work. It has a hex barrel, machined bolt, which was not stock. It may have been re-blued at that time. I have two boxes of ammo for it. My problem is I don't know how to tear it down and clean the revolving magazine. I don't want to fire it until I know is clean and safe. Does anyone have and cleaning instructions?
Thanks
I never liked the Savage 99's looks so I missed a lot of good buys. Last year I had a chance to buy a 1952 model in 300 Savage. Man , is it smooth! Accuracy is not minute of angle (4" groups at 100 yards with a 4X scope), but I really like the rifle.

With modern CNC machinery, it should not be too expensive to get it back into production. Savage, are you listening?
djs, it should be shooting better than that if it's got a good bore and if you can do your part (I presume you can). Might try shooing it with the forearm off and the bottom of the receiver sitting on the rest. Sometimes too much pressure from the forearm can throw the accuracy off.

Welcome to the forum! Usually one rifle leads to an addiction, so good luck with that. grin
I have four 99's:
T .30-30 1922?
EG .30-30 1937 - 1938
EG .30-30 1937 - 1938
EG .300 Sav 1937 - 1938

I would like buy EG ,1936-1939, .22 Sav., .250, and .303 before my death, but I don't think about it...

ADK
(I have stroke/aphasia)
Calibers? 7mm-08, 300 Savage, 308 Winchester, 338 Federal.

With modern CNC milling technologies, the Savage 99 could be re-introduced at a reasonable cost.
I have a 1939 EG Savage 99 .300 Sav
LDThornton
Welcome. Nice Rig ya Got THere.
Tnx For Sharing. Keep Collecting.
Steve
Originally Posted by 1899sav
LDThornton
Welcome. Nice Rig ya Got THere.
Tnx For Sharing. Keep Collecting.
Steve


Thanks........
Howdy all
I'm just pulling up my blanket to the campfire.....
thought I'd add mine to the list...
I have a 1899B in 25-35, mfg 1912, got it from my dad when he died, he had purchased from one of his uncles, beyond that who knows; it has what appears to be a leather butt "plate" in place of the original one
It hasn't been shot a whole lot since I used to deer hunt with it, but I know it shoots through the same hole with open sights at 25 yds
Picture!!!!


Mike...
Add 6 More
(2 32-40SRC),a (38-55 SRC),(250 T),,(303 H) and a 303 B.B.
Steve
I'd really love a plain jane 99 chambered in 250 or 300 Savage. Straight grip stock and a schnabel forend. Even one of those is hard to find in east Tennessee...
I have wanted one for years and finally realized the dream. It is a .300 Savage, probably and early EG, in great shape for about a 70-year-old. Just need to get it out and shoot it. It has a new Marble peep and hope to bust some deer with it this fall.
Well, I'm new to the forum but I might as well chime in. I have 2 with another on the way. I don't know how to tell an A from an E or an XYZ but one is a non-tinkered with 300 takedown built around 1930. One is a .358 Timber Rifle. The recoil pad was hard as a brick so I changed it but I kept the old one. The one on the way is a 250-3000. I hope to have it in the safe next week.

The 300 is the one that got me interested in the Model 99s. A girl at my office got fired and called me begging me to buy some of her husband's guns. I agreed before I found out she was fired for stealing the boss blind while he was fighting a serious illness. I bought the 300 from her because it was a takedown rifle and had a tang sight. Shortly thereafter I hurt my back and didn't feel like toting a scoped rifle. I hunted with the old Savage and was hooked. As my back got better over the next few years it became my "office gun." I broke it down and stuck the two halves in the legs of a pair of old blue jeans and put it in the closet at work. (The boss is very cool with it). My hunting lease is 20 minutes from the office. On those days when the phone wouldn't let me get work done I'd grab the jeans ahd head for the woods.

I don't have a clue why I bought the 358 or the 250-3000. I guess that's part of the affliction. I'm thinking about a very gray one in 303 Savage at my local gun shop. They are asking $300. Who knows what I will do about that. Ammo won't be a problem since I roll my own. Guess I got off topic. Sorry about that!
300Takedown
Welcome. Tnx for Sharing.
Post some Pics and the 1st digits of serial number and we can Tell ya Model and date.
Steve
Thanks! I'll figure out how to post pictures in a day or so. Two of them are in the back of the safe and its a chore to dig them out. Besides that, the wife knows about 2 of them so if she never sees more than 2 at one time... My count just went from 2 1/2 model 99s to 3 1/2. The latest one is an 1899 in 303 Savage. I ran the serial # on two of those sites that tell you when it was made and they both said 1913. I went to my local gun shop to check on where the heck the 250-3000 one that I just bought is and got to looking this one over. Before I knew it, the darned thing followed me home. Its definitely the most used of the ones that I have but I think it will shoot OK.

So, when I post the pictures do I post them as reply on this thread or do I start a new one. I have no clue what I'm doing here!
Start a new thread. Always glad to look at new 99's!
I have 2
99A in 30-30 Semi Buckhorn
99k in 30-30 Full Buckhorn
Hey Matt,

Post with pics please!! grin

Thanks, Mike...
First time on the forum. I'm still using a 99 .300 Savage that I shot my first deer with at 12. I'm in my late fifties and my grandfather had won the rifle in one of the old time punch boards sometime in the early 1900's. He gave it to my father who gave it to me. Still knocks down the muleys and elk.
I have 6 now. I had 2 300's and a .243. I just picked up a .308, .30.30, and a .303 at an estate auction. This guy hsd 5,000 plus guns. They've had 3 autions already and at least 3 more planned. Incredible amounts of antique guns. everything was in racks in a big block building. Talk about obssesive compulsive. Not that it's a bad thing in this case. I'm going to the ammo auction this Saturday 300,000 rounds worth. Maybe I can find ammo for the .303 anybody know where I can get some dies?
Very nice! Lee still makes a die set for the 303 Savage. Only runs about $27 or so. Works fine for me.

By the way.. feel free to start another thread with some pics if you ever get time. grin

Welcome to the forum!
Thanx Cal! I'll see if Robbie can order me some. I'll have to take some pics. They're going to have 3 more auctions from this guys estate I'll have to see what other calibers he had. He had a lot of older guns. Check it out at nyecountyauctions.com. Lots of good pics. You guys are great!
My Grandaddy's Sav 99 .300 savage has been in a gun case for some 35 years. I think it's Pre-War model EG or R , 24" barrel, stock and forearm match serial #. He didn't use it much so barrel is pristine.
Take that rifle out and hunt it! Pre-war 99 in 300 is a great North American hunting rifle. And we'd love to see pics if you can manage.. we'll tell you all about it. Just open up a new thread with the pics.
I'll add 4.
1913 H 22HP TD.
1921 F 303 TD.
1923 F 30-30 TD.
1954 EG 300.

None are completely original.
SOS

Also have 2 1920's, one in each caliber. They appear all original.
Welcome!! Very nice group of rifles there.
You can add three in a dealer's safe in South Africa

7429xx - 250Sav - ?EG ?1954
3651xx - 22HP - ?G ?1937
1497xx - 22HP - 1899 ?F ?1914

See my posts under ...year of manufacture.
Add 3 more

1951 .300
1967 .308
1970's .243
Put down 13 for me!
So come on,,,,,,,,,,what's the total count now????????????
more 99s
add 2 more to my last count of 4. the new ones are;
a 1939 300 takedown
a 1970s 250 straight stock 20 inch bl
total now 6
Okay.. in the middle of massive work the next couple of days, and deer season this weekend. Everybody update what they have (or PM me if you don't want to publicize your count) and I'll total it up when I get back. I've got totals by 1899s, 99s, and 1895s, so split the count if you can.
I just purchased all original EG #552xxx that has spent most of it's past 57 years in a closet.
I started a new thread. But wanted to jump into this one too! Here are my 2 Savage rifles. Pics are below on the link. Model 1895 ser 5971 and Model 99 EG (According to Les) ser # 747217. Take care Savage
I have a Savage 99 EG made in 1940. It is SN 3904**. The caliber is .300 Savage. It is all original but for a marbles tang sight which is not in the attached photo.

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Have 15 , as follows:
1. 1899A , 303 1911
2. 1899 H , 22 hi power 1911
3. 1899-99 G , 250 sav. 1921
4. 99 G 300 sav. 1926
5. 99B 303 1927
6. 99F 300 1930
7. 99G 303 1930
8. 99R 300 1938
9. 99EG 300 1950
10. 99EG 250 1952
11. 99EG 300 1952
12. 99F 300 1955
13. 99R 300 1957
14. 99F 308 1958
15. 99RS 300 1953
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Add four more to the list.

1899 A .303 1902 all original with Bird's eye maple stock.
1899 marked transition 99 30-30 1924
99 EG .300 1941
99 R .300 1952
Most of my dozen or so are customs, do not know if they count for this compilation.
My Savage 99 EG .300 was handed down to me by my dad. It appears to be stock except for an aftermarket rubber buttplate. The Marble sight appears to be original. It was the rifle he carried every day on our families sheep ranch. The ranch is now part of the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area on the Snake River in Idaho. It is still a three day hike to get to the remains of the cabin he was raised in but when I go back I will carry and trust the same rifle he did. My rifle is not a show gun but of my 5 or 6 rifles the Savage is the one I would choose if I could only have one. The balance is superb and my accuracy with it says a hell of a lot more about the gun than my accuracy. With the Savage I can quickly blast a milk jug At 100 yards on my first shot, but using my CETME it may be on the second or third shot. The Savage just feels like part of me when I shoot it. Having a gun you trust and can shoot well trumps having a pretty stock and perfect blueing any day. Rifle serial #7487xx
Add a post-mil F in .358
I wanted to make a legitimate contribution....
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I think 45-70, 35 rem, 300 sav., 250 sav, 22 sav hi power would cover everything. You could replace 300, 250 and 22 sav. with 308, 243 and 223 but you'd loose the nostalgia. Besides, the critters you shot dead wouldn't be able to tell the difference.
I have one originaly beautiful 1941 Utica 99 EG that feels like it was custom made for me when I bring it up and fire.
Add another post mill-.308 Win in a 99e
243 Win SUCKS compared to a 250 Sav, better check your ballistic charts, the 250 crunches that Winny cart, can't say that about the others.
Well, sorry for being a bit late, but here's the new counts. If anybody wants to update their last count please PM me or post. These counts are based off of this thread only, I didn't monitor all the other threads.


  • Savage 99's - 384
  • Savage 1899's - 174
  • Savage 1895's - 55
  • Unspecified Savage Lever Actions - 1,174
  • Total Savage Lever Actions - 1,787
Originally Posted by Calhoun
Well, sorry for being a bit late, but here's the new counts. If anybody wants to update their last count please PM me or post. These counts are based off of this thread only, I didn't monitor all the other threads.


  • Savage 99's - 384
  • Savage 1899's - 174
  • Savage 1895's - 55
  • Unspecified Savage Lever Actions - 1,174
  • Total Savage Lever Actions - 1,787



Rory
Thank-you for Taking the time to Up-Date,,very much appreciated.
I will P.M. you in a couple days as to the new stash i got over the holidays.
Again Thank-you
steve
Add another one here, .300 Savage, I'll dig up the serial numbers later.

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Yup, 99EG. Sometime after 1939. Sling studs are added, but beautiful rifle. Looks like it might have some nice figure in that stock?
Add (3) 99's for me

.303 Sav, .300 Sav and .250-3000 Sav.
You can add an 1899 30-30 from Canada. This one was bought originally by my grandfather or possibly great-grandfather. From the serial number lookup it was made in 1912. Family story is that the marks in the stock are from bear teeth. Doesn't say much for the gun or the shooter if the bear got that close though!

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Ron
I have two: a 99F in .243 and a 99G takedown in .300 Savage.
Welcome to the forum. Good taste in guns there, also!
Add a 243 & a .22 HP from Southern Oregon

http://s265.photobucket.com/albums/ii216/powers979/?action=view&current=3Levers.jpg
Tack on another 99 250-3000 SAV
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Plain-Jane 99E in .308, circa 1970; serial# in the A6481XX range.

http://sargesrollcall.blogspot.com/2008/03/99-savage-magic-gun-this-particular.html
I've picked up 4 since my last post to this thread...

99G 300
2-1899A 303
99F 308
Add another 99G T/D, Serial range 299XXX in .300 Savage.

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all right....put me down for 3 more all 1899s

Steve, where are your new pick ups? I know you bought that H with the BB and a T...or are we done with post?
No Stillgoing.
Steve
Put me down for a 1899 short rifle 303sav. 1911 year! John
You can add two more to the list 1931 Sav250 and 1954 243w
A Honda XL 250 and a Sav99 250 are very bad news for the Western Australian wild Goat population
Hi. Found this forum from another forum. Saw the reference to the Mod 99. My father has a .300/410 breakdown. It has the rotary magazine although the 410 is a single shot. He calls it his camp/survival rifle. I am not a collector of Savages but I thought I would let you know there is another one out there surviving in original form.
I just added a 99T to my meager collection. Any idea what our total is now???
Well, after updating from this thread I get these counts. I'm sure that we're WAY off on some of the regulars who posted a ways back.


  • Savage 99's : 391
  • Savage 1899's : 183
  • Savage 1895's : 55
  • Unknown : 1179
  • Total : 1808
I have not added any for awhile, add 1 1899E in 30-30, a 1936 uncheckered 300 EG, and a 1946 300 EGT sold a 308 F but its Still in the family on here! John
John
What Happend to the 303 Ya Got From Me??
Still have it, I listed that one along time ago! these are just new to me savages! Oh also a 1899 303 short rifle, almost forgot that one! John
You can add 8 1899's & 3 99's here
...Add one 99F in 284 Winchester.
I have a few to add but you will have to wait until I get home to give an accurate count with model number as I bought them sight unseen and must see the results before saying what they are...
A late arrival to the total but add

99F 358 WCF & 99R in 300 SAV.

Ok group I'll add what I have.

1- 99eg post war-300sav.
1- 99eg post war- 250-3000
1- 1899- 30-30
1- 99f post war- 308win.
1- 99c post war- 308win. last of 'em-made in 1996.

That's it fellars.
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My frist hunting rifle was a 99. I don't care what they made them in as long as they made them again. One og the best rifle ever........
I am waiting for an 1899 in 38-55 as soon I have the information I will forward it to you.
Folks - I have a 1949 Model 99 in .300 Savage (#506xxx). This gun was bought new for my Pop when he was 12. Its been heavily used for deer hunting by him in PA. It's my priniciple Hog shooter out here in California. My Dad tells me he took 2 inches off the barrel (bummer) although I can't tell by looking. Iron sight is a Redfield mounted at about the same time the gun was bought. Gun is very very accurate. Don't know what the letter designation is for this gun. Would be interested to know. Add this one to the global count.
Otto, in 1949 there were only 2 models. A schnabel forearm would make it a 99EG, a rounded forearm would make it a 99R. Welcome to the forum, that's a priceless 99 you have with some great history!
Thanks! Its the schnabel with some nice checkering. I'd post some pictures but I can't seem to figure out how to upload them.
Add a 1899A in 38-55, serial number 103,6XX. 26 inch barrel, uncut crown. Circa 1909-1910.
Add a 99K .300 number 298XXX given to me when I was sixteen buy a neighbor who I mowed his lawn. He always promised it to my dad so my dad said. Took my first deer with it.
Ken
I just purchased a 1941 99 takedown in 250-3000. I believe it would be the 99G. Serial #402XXX. All original and matching, great shape. Coolest gun I've ever owned.
3 pre mil 99's
1 1899
Savage model 99h 25-35 take down ser. 129xxx

Savage 1899 25-35 octagon barrel ser. 72xxx

Savage model 99 300savage ser. 687xxx boss code 19e
Hi folks,
I own a 1899, 22HP, manufactured in 1913.
Got it a few weeks ago and didn't know what it was.
The Savage 1899 is completely unknown here in Germany.
I am afraid, there are not much more guns like that here.
Best regards from Warstein

Pasche
Only own one, haven't gottten it in my hands yet, 12 days to go.
1920 TD 30-30 rebarreled.
Pre war EG rebarrelled to 25-35, serial number 381XXX.
Just one...A model 99 .300 manufactured in 1927 according to the serial number. Gave to my father in 1929 by his father.
I currently own and hunt with a 1954 savage 99 in 300 savage. This has been in my family since new. It was my great great grand fathers, it is in very good shape, I have had this gun since I was 12 years old
I put one on 48-hour hold today. It's an 1899 in .303 with light blueing on the barrel, gray on the receiver. Chipped away at tang, oiled stock. No rust or pitting. They want $700. What do you think it's value should be?
Chip missing at stock with round barrel? Much less than $700.. If you're looking for an oldie in 303, let me know and I'll give you links to some shooters that are to be found on the internet.
Add
a 1899A 303 26in half round Oct Barrell
Engraved.
1899 C 303
1899 250 B.B.

Steve.. no pics? Have Stephan post a few for you.

grin
Originally Posted by Calhoun
Steve.. no pics? Have Stephan post a few for you.

grin


Rory
As soon as I get around to It. They'll Be Up tomorrow Sometime.
I Hope. Just Not In the Mood Last Couple Of weeks for Anything Much!
You can ad my 95 to the list. It is an unmolested original serial 668X and is complete except that the rear sight is broken. It is in 303 Savage.
Originally Posted by Calhoun
Steve.. no pics? Have Stephan post a few for you.

grin


There Up Rory. On a Post for ya.
steve
Nice way to start a Savage collection. smile What is the barrel configuration?
I have three:

250/3000 Deluxe wood amd checkering SN178xxx
30/30 T SN391xxx
300 EG SN634xxx

Always looking for more. They aren't real plentiful around here, but when you find one, it's not usually in bad shape.
Regarding my Savage 95, the barrel is half Octagon half round.

I'm up to 4 ...

300sav, 99C 7mm-08, 99e 358win (rebarrel) 99F 7mm-07 (rebarreled)

but always looking for more :-)

I Love My 99's

Talon
jeez, I don't know when I last added but I am up to 11 which means that I am going to have to buy at least one more pretty soon to be at an even dozen smile

Latest pick ups were:

250-3000 takedown
1899C 30-30
1899C 303
1899A 30-30
1899H 30-30

Nothing too nice in, just shooters...

not really a hige fan of 30-30 but thats just the way it happened.
Well, make a liar out of me!

I had to leave the gun show early yesterday, to go to a birthday party about 60 miles away, and my car wouldn't start. One of the show staff members, after letting me use his cell phone to call my wife, suggested I talk to the ladies who had several tables next to where my buddy and I had been set up. They have a combination auto repair shop and gun shop about a half mile from where the show was held. I made arrangements for them to get my car over to their shop after the show, and see what the problem was.

My wife and I had been out running some errands this morning, and because we were in the area, I suggested we drive by and see if my car had been moved out of the lot. It was gone, so we went to the repair shop so I could see what was going on, and it was outside on a battery charger. They had gotten it to start and were charging the battery so they could check out the systems, and make sure it wasn't just the battery. When we went inside, I was amazed at how they had enlarged the gun shop since I had been there before. We discussed the car situation, and then I was chatting with one of the owners about the gun business. I mentioned an interest in 99's, and was told they had three right now. I had seen the commemarative they had on the wall, but hadn't noticed the other two. One was an older, well worn but sound early .303. After looking at it, I said I suppose the other one is a .300. No. it was a .250, looking as though it had just come out of the box. I looked at the tag, and tried to get my wife to go back into the car, but she wouldn't, so I had to put a deposit on it right then and there.

Serial 597xxx, EG

And here I had just complained that 99's were hard to find around here.
there hard to find in Northern IL b/c of Steve!! smile
I have a savage 99 that was traded to my grandfather for an outboard motor in 1956,300 sav. made in 1949 according to the savage 99 website.I'ts in fair condition, with a clean bore but some surface rust.brass mag twister, small schnable forend and it has a redfield peep sight on it.
to my knowledge it was last fired in 1983 by me and sat it the rafters of my families camp until 3 years ago when I got it,a gallon of breakfree and 3 years later it don't look so bad.
It still has the surface rust on it though,any recomendations an getting it looking good again?
Buy some Flitz and go to it.. it removes surface rust really well. Picked up a 3.4oz bottle at Cabela's for about $10.

That rifle would be a 99EG, by the way. Great hunting gun.
personally if its an EG and means more to you as a hunter and family heirloom than anything...I would strip it and reblue it...not expensive...will make it look like a million dollars again and will do some good to protect the metal from corrossion...some ppl around here would call me a heretic for saying this....
Try WD40 and white Scotch-Brite on the surface rust. I think
you'll be pleasantly surprized.
thanks for the info folks.
I was told the marking on the bottom of the lever indicates the model(eg,c,ect)
the marking I found looks like it could be an F or an H or an E, but it is hard to tell,any ideas?
The bottom the lever indicates age based on the letter...the model if an EG is often marked on the front of the reciver...you would have to take the forearm off to see it. Post a picture but everyone here can confirm with relative assurance that it is a model EG w/o the hassle...
okay,thanks.
I would guess the EG model is the most common, work horse variant?
most common by far and the only schanble tipped 99 made in 1949 (I am 99% on this but will allow an expert to tell you for sure)...it it is a 1949 there should be two letters followed by the letter A on the lever boss.

1949-A
1950-B
1951-C
etc

Like I said though...the best thing to do is just post a picture...everyone loves looking at these old guns...
I don't know how how to post a pic, I'll try and figure it out though.
I pulled the fore arm off and the only marking I could find was an L stamped into the front of the reciever,but it could be a poorly stamped T,I looked at it with a magnafying glass and I'm pretty sure it's an L,mabey a 7?
it is a Chicopee Falls gun, and has proof tested stamped on the right side of the barrel,300 Savage on top,and Savage 99 on the left,steel butt plate and looks like a black plastic end cap on the pistol grip.the rear sight was removed for a Redfield peep,and the front sight is large and dovetailed in with a bead.
I'll get some pics as soon as I can.
ser # 5092xx
Hello All.

Just aquired a 99F in 308 Win...and was wondering if anyone could help me with the date of manufacture? The serial # is in the A180XXX range. I know it's not as old as some of the 99's that some of you lucky few have, but I am curious how old it is nonetheless.

It'll be a shooter, very excited about it. I'm a novice when it comes to rifles, this is the second rifle that I personally own. It should be a great deer hunting rifle for the MN northwoods.
Post you question in a new topic and you will get more info , and faster. I hunt near hibbing with a 308F.
Grogel - good luck for the rest of the season. Success has been low to moderate in the Bemidji area...with few deer seen by us.

I have yet to fire my 99F at a deer, but am very excited to do so!
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I am in posession of my wife's great grandmothers 1926 savage 99 in 30-30. I believe that is the year posted when I asked about it a few months ago. The Great Grandma, Grandma and mother in law have killed over a dozen deer with this gun. I packed it several years ago on a scouting trip and fired 2 quick shots at a distant coyote, probably aiming too high.

As a bolt action guy I was very impressed how fast I got the second shot off.

Allen
Add 3 more to the count 1899A in 30-30,99F in .308 and 99R in .250 Savage.
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Here is another original for your tally. It's an EG in 300sav. It's for sale on the free classified forum if anyone wants it. I have one more that has sling mounts added, other than that it's original, but that ones not for sale. Sure hope there's a lot more out there that didn't get all messed with. Good luck!
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I just recently aqquired my first (and not the last) 99. As a fan of lever guns I have been remiss in not having at least one in my collection so I am now making up for my transgressions and ask forgivness from all.
It is a F model .300 ser#7660XX with a fold down rear sight, Weaver tip off mounts and a 3x9 Bushnell Sportview. Some of the blueing is missing under the receiver but that just add character to it. I was wondering if anyone can give me an idea as to when it was made. I'm guessing around '56-'58. That would make it about as old as me ('57).
With any luck I will be using it next year on Black bear in Alaska or at the very least Muley's in Utah/Colorado or Boar in CA.
I would also like to add, KIDMOE great looking gun. I'll post photos of mine once I figure out how to add pictures.
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I have a 22 hp passed down from my great grandpappy its a littebeat up great on coyotes i do all my own reloadin for it
go to www.savage99.com the look up dates of manufacture should help u out
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1- 1953 EG 300 Savage
How about an 1899 250-3000.
I just joined the forum a few days ago so go ahead and add 15 to the score. These are mostly perch bellied 250-3000's, octagon and 1/2 round 303's, 300 Savage E's and a couple of 22 hp's.
2 here. 1957 308f, and an unmolested 1940 300eg.
Purchased a 99E in 300 savage in 1965 when I was 14 years old. I still have it along with a 99E in 308 and a 1952 99R in 300 Savage in real nice shape...
got 2 here
Flintman1...need more info... model and caliber??
I have an 1899 22HP made in 1913 that has been handed down in the family since it was brand new. Also have a 99 243 I bought new in the early 60's. Would like to find a set of dies for the 22HP.
Welcome to the forum! Having that family 1899H in the family for this long is very cool.

The dies aren't cheap, but a reseller can probably knock quite a bit off the price if they have them in stock.

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Add my 1953 EG in 300

Steve S
add one more, maybe; my father-in-law's old deer rifle; the best, er um, the second best thing he ever gave me; the only modification I can see is the butt plate having been removed and a recoil pad put on, don't know if that knocks this one off the list or not.

I found the serial # 738xxx, but not sure of the model letter, from the characteristics table on savage99.com it could be anyone of several. It has a: Pistol grip butt stock w/ checkering, schnoble tip forearm w/ checkering, metal Bead in raised ramp front site, a 24" barrel and .300 cartridges. Just above where the lever pivots there is what looks like a "C" but that doesn't seem to match up with the characteristics; Where do I look for the model letter?

unfortunately the butt plate has been removed and a recoil pad added so I can't look there. I do know its' a fine and beautiful piece of machinery. I've never hunted with it but have "removed" several stumps.
Welcome to the forum! There isn't a model letter, but there was only one model made with a schnabel at the time yours was made. It's a model 99EG, probably made in 1954. I'm guessing it's also drilled and tapped for a scope, with the Savage 99 on the front top of the receiver stamped to the side?

Very nice rifle, keep hold of that one. I hunt with a 99EG in 300, and they are a great deer rifle.
I definitely will hang onto it. '54 was the year I was born! My wife found my father-in-law's cleaning kit. The original butt plate was in there! The stock was cut flush to put the recoil pad on, so I'm on the look out for a pistol grip stock w/checkering. If any one has an idea where to find one please let me know. - thanks.
I have two, and EG in .250-3000, and a later model in .300
I have my first and I am impressed. A 1950 EG in 300 Savage and I intend to have more.
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Well as long as we're dreaming...........a mini 99 in 223. Take down please.


With modern CNC machining, I'm surprised that someone has not re-introduced the '99 again. I can think of a number of calibers that would be successful.

CNC machining would drastically reduce the manufacturing costs for a quality rifle.
I have a 1950 99RX in .300 Savage that I got from my grandfather when I first started hunting in Northern WI.
Hey gang. Brand new to the forum. Looking at 673 Remington 300 SA SM and decided to cruise for my old favorite 99 and here I am.

I have a 99F in .308 my Dad bought in the mid/late '60s used but as new for $75. Yikes! Had it on the 4-wheeler last deer season here in N. NV and EVERYONE I ran across asked if it was a .300 Savage? Nope, .308. Sweet!

Anyway, it's still in great shape. I put a scope on it for one of Dad's birthdays and I think he was upset but wouldn't say. 4-year WWII New Guinea combat infantry vet didn't need no stinkin' scope. I just took it off last year (Dad's been gone since '96) and went back to the original iron sights. It's still one of the most accurate rifles I've ever shot.

Only looking at a 300 or such for a bit longer range for elk here in the open country of Nevada. The old 99 has killed plenty of Montana elk and Muleys back in the day and a cow elk two years ago here in Nevada as well as a 4x4 NV muley a few years back.

S/N: 1053xxx Model 99 F

I'll check back in and for sure learn something. All I know is I still love this rifle and will pass it down to grandkids.

Gary

Picked up two more recently.....

A 99 EG in 300 Savage sn#579976 (1950)

A 99 EG in 250-3000 (My first 250-3000) sn#599654 (1951)
It's in excellent shape and I Love this rifle.

Now I'm broke....
Welcome to the forum, guys!

jlars, there was no model RX, though there was an R and an RS made in 1950.

XTDUTY, nice old 99F you have there. Should date to 1962. The 300 Savage doesn't have the range that the 308 does, it's a bit less powerful.
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Does the X stand for the maker??
It's a sweet shooting gun and has taken it's share of deer and bear.
RX in this case is just an inspection stamp code.. deciphering most 99 models isn't near as easy as reading the model stamp off of the gun. grin

In 1950 the only Savage 99 with the schnabel forearm was the 99EG, so that's a model 99EG. Looks like a great hunting rig with the sling studs and scope d&t added on.
Thanks for the clarification. I'm learning alot from this site.
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If you're interested, pick up a copy of Murray's book "The Ninety-Nine". Look in the "Misc. Good Info" thread about ordering a copy. It's the best resource out there.

As an example in your list above, the 99T is NOT a featherweight. I guarantee it, I've lugged one around.
My "T" in .303 is as light as bird bones... Murray's also lists it as a Featherweight, and I agree. Where is Joe when you need him...!!! grin grin grin


Mike...


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Some of the reasons for halting production of these very fine rifles are themselves, obsolete. Even with CNC machining I would tend to think costs would still be prohibitive but investment castings are the order of the day. They are VERY accurate and would require very little machining and finishing. Consider what Pedersoli has done with investment castings and it is clear that Savage could bring out ONE model receiver in high strength material for a bunch of calibers. When it comes to the rotary mag they could use a die casting of aluminum/zinc or brass investment casting to cover a few or several calibers.

Come on Savage get with it. It's time for a new model 99.

Mc
can add another 34 1899 and 22 99's
I have a 300 savage 99J. What does the J signify? Anybody???
Date Manufactured???
How many J models produced by Savage??
Looking for some answers!
Thanks.

A gunsmith friend of me, in center of France, send me that picture of an 99 in 250-3000 n� 549771, it's belong to a customer who hunt with it for long time. My friend cleaned up the wood, changed (to customer request) the old and broken recoil pad for a soft one, cleaned and took care of the mecanical. The scope mounted a bit high but the owner is used to.
Mine is a 300 Savage, stays in Quebec where i lived some years, so can use it when go there without paying import taxes or having troubles at the airports
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I'm the new guy looking through all of this old stuff. A lot of great answers and ideas. But you have to look at it from a Savage corporate perspective. If they came out with a new 99 (and I've heard the engineers are considering it) they would have to sell guns... a lot of guns to make it work financially. I'm with you guys on the nostalgia of the old calibers, but how may people are going to by a new 99 in 25-35 or 32-40? Us 50 guys maybe...that is about it. If there ever is a new 99 it's going to be 223, 243, 7mm-08, 308 and some if not all of the WSM's. Yeah, Ho hum, I know. But, that is our reality. The best we could hope for is a yearly "classic" model, much like Remington did all of those years. Then we could get some of the more classic calibers we are most familiar with. Randy
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nice gun, want to sell it?
I'm pretty sure that if I sold this gun, my uncle would torture me before killing me. But how much would you offer. I just want to know how much its worth. I have never really checked up on it.
That's a 1950's 99R, fairly common in 300 Savage. Known for being heavy, but with a good rep for being very accurate. Nice setup and very nice condition. You could probably watch gunbroker and see how much similar ones sell for. Being that it's a 300 Savage it's not going to make anybody rich. But since it was your uncle's, keep the thing in the family and pass it along.

Welcome to the Campfire!
If you don't want to sell it then I wouldn't offer you anything for it.

How much I would pay for it and what it's worth are 2 different questions. LOL

What do we have here boys? (somebody will know) Looks like either an R or a T to me, but I'm the new kid.

Got a serial #?, any cracks in the wood, especially at the tang? Looks pretty sharp from here.

It has a few scratches here and there. Nice gun and yes, VERY ACCURATE! Serial number is still on it.
Hey guys, lets move this to a new post.

P.S. It's an "R"... smile smile smile


Mike...
Fine it will be called The 99 Post!

I got questions.
I just picked up my first 99, it's a RS in .300 from 37-38(roughly)
It's been D&T'ed has the bluing worn off the reciever from use but is in excellent condition otherwise.

Came with a Parker Hale rear tang that needs a dish.

Has some nice dark wood with a nice pattern to it.

That baby is accurate wink

Mark
I just inherited one: SN 164689. I think its an early 250/3000. Still trying to find info on it.
Welcome to the forum! If it's a 250-3000, then the model is a Savage 1899 250-3000, probably made in 1914. Only 250 made in that serial range. Very nice model to have, though I'm sorry you acquired it as you did.

I have seven 99's:
2007
T .30-30 1922?
EG .30-30 1937 - 1938
EG .30-30 1937 - 1938
EG .300 Savage 1937 - 1938
2009
EG .250 Savage 1936 - 1939
EG .303 Savage 1936 - 1939
CD .308 1985

I would like buy Savage 99 EG .22 HP, fat chance...

ADK
(I have stroke/aphasia)
dont know if iam on right site want to add to 1899&99 list name savaged e mail [email protected] thanks norm99
Welcome to the forum Norm. This list is way out of date, but you've come to the right place for Savage 99's.
looks like i signed in backwards iwill re register and see if site will accept new...1899 250 td orig ser 208xxx man1919 1899b 303 td orig ser213xxx man 1919 ..1899 22HP td ser142xxx man 1913 barrel short 1"....1899B 30_30 hex 26" orig ser99xxx...1899C 30-30 1/2&1/2 ser27xxx butt stock changed ...1899A 303 ser 12xxx snoble cut 2" no barrel markings?????1899B 38-55 hex 26"ser33xxx plus another on reciever new wood [had it for 40 years ]..99F 300...99Eser a 308 ...99EG 300 ...99H early 303 .. one barrel and reciever with lever found in artic over 40 years ago no guts in reciver and no wood looks to be either 22hp or 250-3000 never tryed to clean it up to find ser#
the number goes up and down - now it's down - 99R/.308, 99T/.300
and my favorite - 1899F SRC in .303. Like Steve said when he started this forum, I would like to see the .303 Savage brought back - it is a wonderful white tail cartridge.
what does SRC stand for and bb thanks ..
saddle ring carbine - barrel band


Mike...

Click For Goodies (lots more to come)...!!!
I have a Savage 99 EG .22 HP, 1935

ADK
Really? Any chance you could start another thread with some pictures?
yeah, I'd like to see that as well...
Well, chiming in with a 1937 in 300 that was my wife's grandma's gun. It wears a curly maple stock that grandpa made that is very attractive. Of course, to the purist, the stock probably ruins the value....but it is a family heirloom so the stock has even more sentimental value!
I've got to get up to speed on these things. They are pretty dang neat!
I have a Savage 1895 .308 Anniversary model nearly N.I.B. Are these guns still wanted by hunters or collectors? I am looking to sell it but have not found interested buyers
Still not a lot of interest in them. Can find ones for sale for $900 and higher that haven't sold in a while.
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I have a Savage 1895 .308 Anniversary model nearly N.I.B. Are these guns still wanted by hunters or collectors? I am looking to sell it but have not found interested buyers


unless its still new in the box they don't move very quickly and even still need to be priced right.

Hello!
My name is Jeremy and I am a Savage-aholic.

I acquired my first Savage and will take possession soon.
Perhaps someone might have a bit more info about this one.
It is a beautiful rifle and all original from what I can tell.
( I will post pix when I can....)
Glad I found this spot to talk Savage. A little info.........

SN:893XX puts it somewhere between 1908/1909 via Savage99.com
Barrel stamped:Savage Model 1899 .30-30 and Hi-Pressure Steel.
20" barrel,Straight grip, Steel Shotgun Butt plate, ("serrated"/wavy,no logo or other markings) Schnobel Tip.
No checkering or other customizations.Dovetail front and ramped rear sights.NOT D&T'ed. From what I can tell this might be a transition model, hence no other designation as to "model" of rifle(i.e. A,B,C,H,). A gunsmith checked this out for me and said it was a safe shooter with 70-75% receiver & barrel blue intact. Not a "collector" but Used and not abused.
Any feed back appreciated. Oh...BTW thank you!!!!
Welcome to the forum! A 20" barrel would make it either an 1899F saddle ring carbine, or an 1899H with steel buttplate option rather than the standard hard rubber buttplate. The 1899F will have a ring on the left side of the receiver -- or maybe just a couple of holes where the ring used to be.

PS: 1908..
Calhoun

Thank you much for narrowing down my suspicions. It is most definitely NOT a 1899F s.r.c....no holes for ring attachment. I suppose the next step would be to get a letter from that Savage historian fellow. Thanx again.
What I don't get it with investment castings and CAD machinery, no reason why a 99 could not be made today. 22-250, 260, 7,mm08, 308,339 Fed and 358 WRA.
Oldman1942, Savage just looked into it. Apparently they couldn't get the entry price range down to a point where they thought it would be marketable.
They are nuts. With decent 300 Savage EGs bringing $700 and nobody making a modern lever gun, except that Browning abortion, I'll bet they could sell em' for a grand easy.
Hell, build them in Turkey at least then they would be the first standard grade Savages with nice wood!
Oldman1942, I am no expert at anything, but I see a similarity between where we are now and where folks were in 1919. Boys coming home from war in 1918-1919 who'd never owned a rifle all of a sudden wanted a gun like they learned to shoot in the Army "over there", and bolt rifles took off like a rocket. Now the boys coming home want an AR-15. In proportion, I think there are fewer and fewer of us that appreciate walnut and finely blued steel. Also, there are a lot of 99's out there for those of us that want them. I am not arguing that you and I would not love to have a brand new Savage 99 built like the old days. However, I think if Savage had a market case, they'd be making them. I also don't think the 99 is a particularly easy design to produce cheaply. Of course, I've been wrong before, and will be in the future. God Bless and best wishes, Marc
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What I don't get it with investment castings and CAD machinery, no reason why a 99 could not be made today. 22-250, 260, 7,mm08, 308,339 Fed and 358 WRA.


Ive been preaching the same thing for several years. I know Savage wil have capital costs, but I beleive the market would support adequate production to amortize the costs (if it is of good quality).

The capital costs should not be too high as the design is complete and the major costs relate to digitizing the specs, but it is do-able!

Hello, I'm new here, and a new (finally) 99 owner. I've had my eye on this one for a few years and when she became available I jumped! I'm guessing it's a 99A, s/n 275XXX puts her 1918-1925 (?), chambered in 30-30, Savage 1899 Model is stamped in the front receiver ring. Any comments and opinions would be appreciated, as there is a wealth of expertise to be had here.
Thanks!
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Bob99 give us more info barrel length straight ,tapered ,type front site ,rear site ,butt plate crecent orslight curve much eiser to identify....welcome to campfire,,norm grin grin
Thanks Norm, barrel measures 26" to the bolt face, round and tapered. The front sight is a white metal blade in a dovetail.
Rear sight is marked Savage Arms Corp Utica NY Pat Pend. The barrel has 5 patent numbers, the last being June 1 1909.
The receiver is marked Savage 1899 Model. S/N 275998. It has a crescent butt plate. It shows a few dings and normal handling wear, but it's totally unmolested otherwise. Never crossed paths with Bubba (or 'Tater)! I would eventually like to find a set of Stith mounts and a Lyman Alaskan to compliment it, but I'll have to save my pennies for that. BTW, I paid $280 for the 99 smile
BOB you should be in jail you stold that one ,that is one heck of a deal in my books///// grin .ser no manufactured 1924 baller markings match .book says they stopped that mod in 27.check butt plate should be savage quality trade mark logo at bottom.if there are small dents in stock you should be able to take them out with steam,book says finish was varnish...nice gun nice find enjoy .. grin grin wink
Thanks Norm, I know, I know! I stole it wink But I also relieved an idiot of the resposibility of being it's custodian smirk he lost it in pawn sick. BTW it came in a Eubanks Leather scabbard. I'm still looking to clarify the exact model however. My best guess so far is a transitional 99B due to the 26" barrel and the 'SAVAGE 1899 MODEL' on the receiver. Anybody got an opinion? Anyway, guess I might be afflicted now, thinking of haulin' my black rifle off to the gun show next weekend as potential trade bait, just in case there are any nice 99's to be had. A 250-3000 T/D?....hmm, I know I'd prefer older to newer, kinda like staight grip stocks. No pressed checkering, no detachable clips... whistle
Don't use the word transitional... always confuses things.

That serial number should put it into mid 1925, and according to Murray's it is an 1899A. The 1899A was made up through 1927.

Now... why all of the other 1899 models transitioned into the 99 series around 1921 but the 1899A stayed rather than become the 99A is something I've never seen addressed. But that's what it is. Nice gun.
Thank you sir, it's the 26" barrel and the location of the 'SAVAGE 1899 MODEL' on the front receiver ring, as opposed to being stamped on the barrel that's confusing me. I was using the chart at savage99.com for reference.
To quote;

Info on 1899's*:
Note: "Model 1899" marked on barrel.

and;

Info on early 99's*:
Note: "Model 99" marked on the top of the frame ring. Some "transition" models have "Model 1899" marked on the top of the frame ring.


I also noted this; *Keep in mind, never say always! wink

I'm kind of new to 1899s' & 99s' and trying to educate myself (with some degree of accuracy).
Thanks again sir.
No problem.. And I'd throw away those quotes you just brought up. They are misleading.. Grab a copy of Murrays (find info on ordering it from the "Misc Good Info" thread), and pay attentions to barrel length, stock style and serial number. Will get you through most models. But it's still only a guide.. come here for the most accurate info. grin

Welcome to the forum!
Thanks, I knew I'd found the right place. And a copy of Murrays' book is next.
you are right Calhoun i missed ser no by 5000 must be getting old . bob the 1899 B is octagonal barrel. Murrars book does not always tell you when some of parts changed or could be ordered sites being one of the biggies .
Calhoun.how often do you findbarrel markings out by 1 or2 styles according to ser no???norm. grin
Right Norm, I was thinking 99B, not 1899B, based on the ID chart at savage99.com smirk
Hey guys... Time to start a new post...!!! This post is for posting new rifles, not for discussion. Great info but lets get it on the forums...!!! smile


Thanks, Mike...
I think this thread has probably outlived it's initial interest.. might be time to unsticky it.
OK Fine! Blame it on the new guy, with the new (all original 1899A) rifle. This forum is named "
Savage 1895/99 Orginals still in Existence In North America". Where do I go?
you guys were discussing CNC and investment castings, my bad?! shocked
Not your bad.. this thread has wandered everywhere. Started out as a way to get a rough idea of how many 99's were represented by the folks here. Now it's main function is as a welcome thread..

But, to be true to protocol.. a new discussion on a topic should have a new thread.
What should I do with my 99E? It is all original to the best of my knowledge. Never restocked or blued. Has original mounts and sights although the rear is missing the elevator. I would say the bluing is at worst 95%. Normal wear. Stock has no danage other than wear.

Took it out to the range today, and shot it with open sights and it did pretty good with factory loads.

Would anyone touch this to "fix it up" or leave it as is.
Touch up a 95% rifle? Never. Put a scope on it and hunt. Not a lot of collector interest in 99E's, but they usually shoot just fine.
I have a Model 99G Takedown, in 300 Savage. Made in 1937. Not drilled for scope or sling. All original with matching numbers on forearm. Also have a .410 barrel for it purchased later. trying to get another forearm for it so I don't screw up the original.

Semper Fi
Rege
Welcome.
Post some Pics.
Steve
Hi,
Dad bought a .303 Savage Savage Model 99 with 6 or 8 boxes of Soft
point ammo in plain boxes in 1941. Bought direct from Savage, I believe.
How would I determine the value of this rifle? It has not had 100 rounds through it, has not been modified or tapped and has a light scratch on the reciever.

Could anyone provide the ballistics (trajectory data) for common bullet
weights of the .303 Savage?

Would someone care to guess the bullet weight of the factory Soft Point
ammo? It is stamped .303 Sav S A Corp.
interesting i believe sav was still using coloured boxes then ,book says should be red and yellow ,mabey some were plain calhoun would probably know.. prob 180 grain made by rem for sav.
book says 190 gr is 2000 ft per sec at mus
180 is 2120 ,,,,,i am not ballistics guy ..
what is ser no barrel address discription of gun wood c
heckering pistol grip others or picture if youcan...
welcome to forum. guys here are really helpful..norm grin grin smile
Don't know much about vintage ammo.. but if it dates from 1941, I wouldn't shoot it. Worth something.

If you want ballistics for modern bullets and powder, let me know what you're shooting and I can provide a ballistics chart. Most of us reload 303 Savage ammo up to 30-30 standards using 30-30 bullets, and so the ballistics will be right on with the 30-30. Can't find good hunting 190gr jacketed bullets any more, but the 170gr work very well.
Originally Posted by lamont1234
Hi,
Dad bought a .303 Savage Savage Model 99 with 6 or 8 boxes of Soft
point ammo in plain boxes in 1941. Bought direct from Savage, I believe.
How would I determine the value of this rifle? It has not had 100 rounds through it, has not been modified or tapped and has a light scratch on the reciever.

Could anyone provide the ballistics (trajectory data) for common bullet





weights of the .303 Savage?

Would someone care to guess the bullet weight of the factory Soft Point
ammo? It is stamped .303 Sav S A Corp.




Savage Packed all Ammo for a While in Plain Garyish Boxes and then Transferred them to the Plant where Finial Packed,,On those Boxes ther may or May not Be Some Number in Ink Stamped either on the bottom or side.

As far as Value,,Photo's Would Help,,But the gun sounds as if it is a Family heirloom,,,so I will say Priceless for that Fact.
I have a Model 99 Takedown that based on serial number info was made in 1927. Great shooter and great looking rifle too. Here are a few pics.

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When I first got it the action was sticking and would not allow the bolt to RTB. Had a gunsmith go over it and nice and smooth now. Only thing wrong that is visible is that the little tab or handle that is used in the takedown notch is missing. I have looked for a replacement to no avail.

Glad to have found this site.
Welcome to the campfire! Be warned though, listen too long here and 1 Savage 99 won't be enough. grin
Was wondering what the count was up to...?

ya can add my 99 in 300 Savage, We "think" it's an 1927 F TD.
and my brother has an F, also 300 Savage.

Scott
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.

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Don't worry about the 1899 stamp and forget the transitional, it's a model 99H. The 1899's stopped around 1921, the 1899 stamp was on there for quite a while and has nothing to do with the model name. Once that's cleaned up, take it out to the range. You're going to like the way it handles.
Calhoun - Yes thanks after doing a bit more reading last night I came to similar conclusions. So now I need a good gunsmith in Central CT.....
You can use 0000 steel wool and gun oil to clean it up. Or Flitz with a very fine cloth will clean it up fast.
Use white Scoth Brite with oil (if you can find it). Last time I got some, I bought a box at an industrial supply store.
Hey folks,
1st post. I just got this 99 from my brother Mon. Been in th family for ever,it was great-granddads,granddad hunted with it till '55 when he bought a Marlin and put this one up. Shot it some today as we've pulled it out and done every few years since I was old enough to shoot it. My little brother had for th last ten years or so and I asked if I could hunt with it this year and he brought it down, he hunts mostly with a camera these days, told me to take custody,I did. Got a lot of questions bout loadin for it but I'll start another thread bout that. If that 'savage99' site is right it was made in 1911, it looks old but it's been care for to some degree for th last 30 years that I know of.
So here is one more. In 30-30.
I didnt read th whole 52 pages so....is there really a count?
Anyway, here's some pics....if I can do this right.

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Matt,

The count died a while back... the gun is an 1899B... looks nice! Might be a reblue but that won't effect the value to YOU as it was great granddad's gun. Front and rear sight are correct! Glad to see it stay in the family!
nice family heirloome, showes some history if ser no is between 110000 and119000 then its 1911. if you have time i encourage you to read all 52 pages,lots of info weather you start collecting or not ..welcome to the forum ,lots of help here ..norm grin
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It looks like I didnt load those pics, took me an hour or more last night to post pics.
Thanks for th welcome and info. I'm on dial up and everything runs slow 'round here, mostly me tho.
So, I did a search for handloading info and just havent been able to narrow anything down. I load for two Marlins and a Contender in 30-30, so I have lotsa stuff, should I start another thread or does someone know of one that's already out there. Sure could use some advice on that but dont want to ask one of those 'not that again' questions, been down that muddy road before and dont want to go there again.
Thanks again,
Matt
It's a 30-30, so it'll take any factory or normally loaded 30-30 round. I don't know of any extra special loads for it, but mine have done well with 170gr bullets and H4895.
i just picked up an 1899 in 250/3000 serial #192357. traded my 99E savage in 300 Savage for it.I've been lookin for a 250 for years , its original except for a redding peep sight and in nice shape
Greetings!

I've got only one 1899 now: .22 Imp, Perch-Belly, former Take-Down. A second year production for that chambering, I believe. The bore is dark, and does terrible things to jacketed bullets...
Dad has a pretty little Take-Down in .250.

M.T.Marfield
Welcome Matt grin what do you mean former take down?
somebody weld it ?what is ser no have you got pics?
Norm
Greetings, norm99!

Well, frankly, mine simply will not take down: forend comes off, but barrel will NOT twist off; Dad & I think that it was 'fixed' to the receiver, but we don't know how.
Sorry, I'm not completely in the Digital Age... No Photos. SN #1265xx, "22 H.P.". It's gone to grey, and has a Redfield Peep on the Tang. I had hopes of this being my "Jack/Coyote" Walking Rifle, but the bore is pretty bad, and it does nasty things to the Hornady 70 gr. bullets that I use. I'd really like to find a proper sleeve, and have it relined & chambered.
Perhaps someday...!

Be Well!

M.T.Marfield
slow down Matthew... start a new post...


first off... make sure the action is open before taking down.... after that...if it won't take down... try using a large brass punch wrapped in electrical tape tapping against the cut out on the barrel bottom...

picture of subject ares would REALLY help us tell you if its a standard takedown.... please do so...
if you have troble posting pics here try my e mail much eaiser..
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might be able to find another barrel or another gun .u US or canada?
Greetings, norm99!

I don't have a Digital Camera at this moment... Sorry for being long winded, lovemy99; I'll attempt your suggestion, and post the results.

Be Well!

M.T.Marfield
Originally Posted by reddnek
i just picked up an 1899 in 250/3000 serial #192357. traded my 99E savage in 300 Savage for it.I've been lookin for a 250 for years , its original except for a redding peep sight and in nice shape
Thats a LONG time to be looking1
OOps thought you said you been looking for 250 years!
Do not know if I am doing this correct. First time on site and do not know how I got here. Was looking up information on some of my Dad's older guns. Trying to find a value and a good home.Started by looking up H & R Arms, as this is on a 16 guage that I was told was hand made, but that seems unlikely. Serial no.A49730. Could not find adate of manufacture. Dad born 1922 died 1997.Assume 1930's as he had it before his Savage, still here and in a case.It's a 99 Serial no.402997.The story goes on that one that Grandpa new and hunted with some members of the Savage Family. He lived in Galeton PA. As a 19th birthday present to Dad they help him get this, as most of their work was going over seas for the war.Have another 16 guage with Eastern Arms on it,and what I believe was his first gun, 22 single shot bolt action .22 that say Ranger on it.They (sons) were not allowed anything but sinlgle shot,You missed the animal won,you wounded you learn to shot straighter as you could be in the woods for a long time to find that animal and make it right.How to I go about finding a good home? As I do not know how I got here my personnal email :[email protected] Make sure you are behind the stock and what is out in front before you use the trigger!
Sent you an email
welcome carguy ,i can help with the 99 but probably not with shotguns won't be hard to dispose of 99 on here .give us a little more discription as it can be any of 4 or so models ..needpics if possible ,but caliber shape of forearm shape of butt ,pistol grip ,checkering length of barrel type of sights scope ,wrighting on barrel?? grinnorm
Welcome to the forum! Might want to start up a new thread about this.
Hi all,
I'm new to this site and am very happy I found it. I was gifted a savage model99 by my father-in-law, which belonged to his father, it has an almost straight butt stock ( end), sm. scope, front forearm slopes up with a small curve on the end. it has no letter designation on it but serial # 549XXX. caliber is 250-3000. I don't care about the value because it will be passed down to my son one day. I was just wondering an approximate date of manufacture or any other info which may be interesting.
Thank you,
Mike @ henderson fabrications
Welcome to the forum! Your rifle is a Savage 99EG, made in 1950. Great rifle, and the 250-3000 is a great deer cartridge.

Stick around, and while you're putting up with us, be sure to check out www.savagela.org. The pictures and hunting pictures sections are good ones to browse through.
Just got a model 99A in .300, if I read the descriptions right. Dad had it in his safe for many years. Shot five shells through it on the ranch, straight as an arrow at 50 yrds. Will try and get the pics up soon
Jestyr welcome to the forum .post pics and first 4 no of ser no xout last no we'll tell you what it is and when made ,.enjoy norm grin
Hi, I had no idea Savages had such a stong following to warrant an entire forum thread. Anyway, my dad has a Savage that he shot his first elk with which would have been around 1954-1957ish. He thinks it is a 99e, I was wondering if the experts might have some additional thoughts. He put a new recoil pad on it, and a more recent scope so it has been modified a bit.

The pics are a little crappy, I'll see if I can get him to get me some better ones.

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Welcome to the forum! That's a model 99EG made in about 1950 if I'm reading the serial number correctly. The scope, sling studs and recoil pad aren't original, unfortunately. Still makes a great hunting rifle, I use an identical one from 1945.
Just wondered if anyone might have a safety slide for one of these old girls? Mine has the square hole in the end of it, and there was something in that hole, but I don't know what. It was a pretty well trashed out, rusted up 300, that was never fired, but left to rust! The bore is perfect, I have the frame nearly restored, but the barrel on the outside is really pitted badly. The stock & forend are 100% perfect. What a shame! I'd love to find a barrel also. Can you change barrels in these guns, say my 300 to a 250-3000 without jumping through a lot of hoops? thanks, & glad to be part of the forum, Jake
ANOTHER Savage forum to join and enjoy...

I can account for (3) Model 99's
I have a 1940 model EG
My Grandfathers 99, and Mother's 99 are locked in Dad's cabinet. I'll have to get specifics the next time I'm home..
All are in .300
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I know this thread is old.. but what # are we up to now?
Welcome:

Nice gun. Are those white spacers under the grip cap and behind the butt plate? What do you know about that?

Randy

Welcome Jake and Baker 6x6

Jake,

Start a new thread.

Baker, take those terrible white line pads off that gun and throw them out... as for the number... we lost track and stopped adding long long ago... it has sort of defaulted to a newbie post location but it really should probably get "un-stickied" as we are starting to get quite a few stickies...
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Nice gun. Are those white spacers under the grip cap and behind the butt plate? What do you know about that?

Randy


It must have been a local-thing (NW Pa.)... I know my grandpa's gun has them, not sure about my mom's..


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Welcome Jake and Baker 6x6

Baker, take those terrible white line pads off that gun and throw them out... ...


Never... That's how I bought the gun... they will stay till I'm dead... LOL!
Ughhh.

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My father recently gave me his 99 that was bought new by his father. It is a saddle ring carbine in 303 cal. Ser#121xxx. I believe it is in the 1910-1915 vintage. I first deer hunted with it nearly 50 years ago. The saddle is still there but the ring was removed long ago. The wear mark from the ring is there. My guess is my grandfather cut it off to reduce noise.
TJW welcome to the forum. I believe Steds and rings are available if you want to put it back to original.sounds like you'have a good one there.manufactured in 1912.have you still got ammo for it? I think norma is making 303 savage brass now.
NORM
Thanks, yes I have ammo. 2 rather old boxes that I will save and a couple of newer boxs. I also believe that Buffalo Arms has brass, they have most everything else. I also have the Marbles peep sight that my grandfather had on it that my dad removed but saved. The original sights are still intact. Very interesting forum with knowledgable people glad I found it.
enjoy it won't be your last savage grin grintheir habbit forming grin
I have had a number of Savage 1899s and 99's over the years. I still have several but one in particular is special. I bought it as a shot out takedown made in 1917. It was rebarreled by Henry Cheatham and along the way we began to discuss building it as an interchageable barrel gun in 250 Savage, 22-250 and 300 Savage. Henry did the work and it came out with scopes and a mount that is matched to each caliber and load.
Henry built the mount to use the stock holes and contours of the receiver to spread the recoil instead of drilling new holes in a slim receiver. He said he would never build another one.
He built one for himself as he built mine and after his death it was sold for over $5000. Only my kids will have to worry about what mine will bring.
I'll try to pull it out of the safe and take some pics. I got the idea from an article in an old issue of "Rifle". I don't use mine for a truck gun like the author did.
The 22-250 on a 1917 receiver/bolt worries me, since the pressures from a 22-250 are something like 25% higher than a 250 Savage. Would LOVE to see pictures though.


Ten of my 13 99's...In order left to right..

1. 1919 Model A take-down 303
2. 1920 Model A short-barrel 303
3. 1920 Model F take-down 22 high power
4. 1937 Model EG 30-30
5. 1950 Model EG 300 Savage
6. 1951 Model EG 250-3000
7. 1952 Model R 300 Savage
8. 1959 Model F 300 Savage
9. 1965 Model E carbine 300 Savage
10. 1976 Model E 308 Win.

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How about a big bore, say a .444 marlin?




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How about a big bore, say a .444 marlin?





whatever a marlin is it don't belong on this site mad sick frown crazy
I have 10, 303,32-40,30-30,2-22hp ,25-35,250-3000,308,243,300.Hunt with all of them ,plan on taking a deer with each caliber.Tom
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I have 10, 303,32-40,30-30,2-22hp ,25-35,250-3000,308,243,300.Hunt with all of them ,plan on taking a deer with each caliber.Tom



welcome to the forum Sooner ,,looks like you already have the bug.
Thanks Norm ,yeah I have the bug pretty bad .The 99's are keeping me busy and now I have the sporter bug.Just bought 3, 2 in 22 cal and one in 32-20. If I keep this up I will have to find another job .Tom
go plow some snow, grin grin
Believe it or not we have had quite a bit of snow down our way ,pretty unsual for southern Oklahoma .
Originally Posted by sooner
Believe it or not we have had quite a bit of snow down our way ,pretty unsual for southern Oklahoma .


thats why i suggested you plow some for gun money..
if you want to talk we should open another thread ,as this one is primarily for up dates on guns ..and no we lost count but its still a good thread.
norm
My Father passed away recently and left me, along with 6 otherlong guns, a Savage 250-3000 s/n 58444X and has a Redfield 3x9 Variable scope. It is in great condition. I know nothing of this gun, but this forum has been very informative.

The "oval" has "23B" on the front of the lever and the model is 250-3000 SP.

Can anyone enlighten me on this rifle? It does not fit in with my calibers of ammunition currently keep and wonder if I should "ammo up" or sell it as he left me so many weapons I do not have room. Also, I am mainly into hand guns and tactical shot guns. Thanx..
Best to post this in a new thread
Finally getting around to cleaning and dialing in my grandmother's 250-3000 and start doing some killing with it. Don't know the serial # offhand, but it's an old gun and in decent shape. Needs some new glass and she'll be good to go. Can't wait to get her out this fall in memory of my grandmother.
welcome to the forum you should start anoyher thread and post ser no xxout last 2 numbers opost pics or other info barrel length ,type of forearm,
Norm
I read above, best to start a new tread. Now what a hoot, this has gone in so many directions so many times it has become it's own forum. What's are Orginals? Is that the stuff you would put in paunch stew?
It would be a pretty a cool thread to see unaltered 95 and 1899s and stick to that. I'm seeing at least 70% none original with a lot of hijacking.
First post- line two-How many untouched-modified-altered are around? This went a little wack and no one seemed to care. The first poster is counting the goods that were not called for. Maybe time has come to start a real count? Or as read on this thread, smacks of gun controll. One way or the next the thread has come to a meaningless end. I take that back a bit, The pictures and bs were a bit o fun. A bit of stick to the subject would have went a long way.
Topic went way off quite a while ago. We discussed removing it, but left it since it works pretty well as a welcome thread for newbies to post in. Starting a new thread can be a bit scary, especially if there's a couple trolls currently posting in the forum.
Good point. Put me in for one Savage 99 EG in 300 Cal, non factory d&t, cut stock, butt pad added and a remington pump .22 for pleasure. I will swear in a court of law that is all I own. It still would be a pleasure to see nothing but unaltered in one spot.
I got a 250-3000 in mint condition and love it
hello, im looking for some help identifying the year my 250-3000 was made and an aprox. value. could anyone help me
Case in point.
How about the size of the two young bucks on Pawn Stars. Heart attack city.

I don't know anything about these guns. My grandfather left me 2 99E's in 308. All I know is my dad said "DON'T SELL THESE GUNS!" So they must be worth some money, that's all I know. Grandpop also left me another gun, a model 88 in 308. I forget who the manufacturer is though. Can't sell that one either according to Pops.
model 88 is a winchester could be rifle or carbine,,
model E's in 308 very common ,they were the economy rifle of there day in the savage line,

probably doesn't want you to sell them because their family,
not a lot of value there ..
Do you hunt
Originally Posted by AndyG

I don't know anything about these guns. My grandfather left me 2 99E's in 308. All I know is my dad said "DON'T SELL THESE GUNS!" So they must be worth some money, that's all I know. Grandpop also left me another gun, a model 88 in 308. I forget who the manufacturer is though. Can't sell that one either according to Pops.


The 88 is a Winchester.

The rifles may not be worth much monetarily, but invaluable sentimentally.

Hopefully you can understand that.
screw that, just bring back a very nice 1954 era 300 and 250 savage chamberings, Nothing else is needed, really, if those two wont reach, you need to get closer, not bigger.
I know the count ended awhile back but I can't resist. Caught the bug so to speak. 5 total and counting for me.

1899 .303-A
1899 .303-B
1899 30-30-A take down with 30" barrel
99 .300-EG
99 .250-3000-EG

Would love an early RS in .300 and a RS in .358
Savman1

I would love to see pictures of your 1899A in 30-30 with a 30" barrel. Start another thread and post up the details and pictures. Don't see many with extra long barrels.

I might be selling a 300RS in the near future.
I will post pics on a new thread as soon as I can, I live in Canada so unless you know a way to get em by the border guards your RS is sadly safe from me!
too be honest, I'm not too worried about finding a buyer but interested to see your long barreled 30-30. Do you have a factory letter on it? Just start another post when you get time.
I thought I would share some photos of the two Savages my dad gave to me last year.

The first picture is of my great grandfather's 1899-A (short barrel 22", made in 1904) in a .38-55 cal. My great grandfather bought it when he was married in 1905. I plan on using this rifle for hunting season this fall.

The second is a photo of my great uncle's 99 Savage (I think it is a model E, as it has a 24" barrel and was made in 1929). I found the CIL crate when I was cleaning out the wood house.

Third picture is of my great grandfather and great uncle together (g. grandfather is in the middle, g. uncle on the left). Unfortunately I don't have any photos of them with their guns.

I also wanted to say a huge thanks to 99trix who sold me a new lever for the 1899 and answered my many questions.
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Great guns and great pics, especially like that 1899 SR. Priceless guns.
Ref "Ever Wonder as to How Many Savage's Still Exist? How Many Orginal's, Untouched-Modified-Altered are around?? How Many are still In the Orginal Family From Grandpa passed the the line?" I have a model 1899, as new, 303 Savage and some old rounds for it, would sell it, or trade for ???? It is too good, rare, to hunt with...
I have one,(1) an 1899, original
anyone know how to read the dare of manufacture codes for CIL ammo? I have a few Savage 30 ies in the box. box has a code on it.
anyone know how to read the date code of manufacture codes for CIL ammo? I have a few Savage 30 calibre still in the box. box has a code on it.
I have a 99 30/30 with 25 inch barrel, standard? Date of manufacture 1918/19....

It has a regular sites and a peep site...

I know nothing more then this..

Is there a chance that if I wrote to Savage I could get a "ship to" state or invoice of some kind???
Cigar,

Look under the "misc. good info" thread... You need to send your request to John Callahan... he has the factory records. You might get a ship to shop or person and usually an exact date... probably will not get a state.

If you post pics here, you could get some good info., just start a new thread. And the barrels are measure all the way across the front receiver ring... should probably be 26"
Thanks ..
Originally Posted by 1899sav
To All
Ever Wonder as to How Many Savage's Still Exist? How Many
Orginal's,Untouched-Modified-Altered are around??How Many are still In the Orginal Family From Grandpa passed the the line?
Why did Savage not go any Futher with 1 Of the 1st Calibors such as the 32-20 Prototype?? Also at 1 Time there where a Couple of 99's that where Chamberd for the 30-06 as Prototype's which where simular to the "R"and wider in the receiver and Heavier! The 30-06 I had Seen On Auction Several Years Ago. And Who Owns the Oldest Savage!
This Would Be some Great Data to get for Savage Collectors and For Jed's Savage Fest in August.
And wouldn't Be Wonderful If We could Get Savage Arms to Reintroduce the Savage 99 Again?? And If they Did as to What Calibors would You Like to See??
Steve
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I doubt if Savage would ever entertain the idea of re-manufacturing this wonderful gun we all love so well. I think the only way something like that would ever happen is that they would have to sell the rights to someone else who would make them under the name "The Model 99 Rifle Company" or something like that. It's not impossible. Look at Henry, Ithaca and Springfield. However, it would probably take every serious Savage collector in the world to pool their resources together and start the company. I would like to see one in 7mm Remington Magnum.
Hello
New to this forum, I am trying to get some info on a model 99 savage 250-3000. I got it for a birthday present when I was 12(24 years ago) just currious what it is worth. serial number is 2652xx. any info would be much appreciated. thanks
Start a new thread with as much information about it as you can provide plus the serial. Post pics if you can. Once you do that you'll probably get more information about it than you're ready for. wink
I'd like to see the 99's in the new modern short magnum calibers and some of the more versatile handgun calibers like 454 Casull and 357 Maximum. A .223 would make it the very best ranch rifle ever as it really is a saddle gun unlike the autoloaders. If I may venture one more assertion, since Rossi and others are now making interchangeable rifles sets, I'd also like to see the 99 in set like the ones above accompanied by a suitable shotgun barrel. A man could be set for life with something like that...I guess that's what they had in mind when they designed it.
I have a model 99 in 308, my dad gave me. It is a great rifle. Shoots as good as I can. Really great gun, my ddad never shot it much at all.
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Welcome to the Fire. Nice Rifles You Have.
Steve
I have my grandfathers 99 take down. SN/331xxx My dad had the rear sight changed after he missed a deer in the '70s I may have original rear sight someplace in the house. He asked the gunsmith to drill for a scope, thank God he told him "don't do it" I tried to attach a pic , but it's telling me file is too big. I croped it down still too big. I'll try taking a lower res pic. My grampa used to shoot the heads off partridges with it. He, my dad and I have all shot deer with it.
Welcome to the forum!

You can use the Microsoft paint program to reduce the picture size, or to crop out the parts of the picture that doesn't show the rifle. Might want to start a new thread with your picture also, might get a lot of discussion about it. If the picture is still too large, just start a new thread and ask if somebody will help you. Several of us will usually jump in and help.
Thanks, will do it.
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Welcome to the forum!

You can use the Microsoft paint program to reduce the picture size, or to crop out the parts of the picture that doesn't show the rifle. Might want to start a new thread with your picture also, might get a lot of discussion about it. If the picture is still too large, just start a new thread and ask if somebody will help you. Several of us will usually jump in and help.



Just picked up a 1899C (I think it's a C, half octagon / half round make in 1901 via the SR# 10.8xx maybe you guys can tell me?)
FARM FRESH. Was reported to have been found in the rafters of an out building in Northern PA. has the old style tang sight with a Beech front sight. Wood very dark oil stained had that funky black old man sludge caked on it and the thing smelled like my grand parents house from the 1960's...you know that oil furnace smell....lol really took me back. BUT the coolest thing is it has 60 kill notches in the stock. Awesome rifle! Ohhh it's in 303.
Thanks
Paleoman
PS I have several 1899/99's super designed rifle!
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To All
Ever Wonder as to How Many Savage's Still Exist? How Many
Orginal's,Untouched-Modified-Altered are around??....
Steve


Can't say it meets all the above criteria,

99G in 22SHP, ser 225XXX. Inherited on Dads passing.

Thirty something years ago I let the gun slip, it hit butt first marring the shotgun butt and taking a chip out of the stock. Figured it was a good excuse to take her down to parts for a cleaning, got it back together except for the butt plate, front blade and wood chip. Wanted to smooth and straighten the plate and polish the bead.

Mom came through and cleaned my room. Not sure what happened to the butt plate, she said she thought the front sight was just a little piece of metal ....

Filed a front blade out of a nickel. Rear sight is a Marble flip down. Peeps gone when either Dad or the previous owner had the rifle fit for a Weaver K4 using a Redfield Jr. scope block.

Want to replace the rear stock. It's about 3 inches too short and my thumb punching me in the nose is a bit too much of a distraction.

Been thinking of having a 30-30 barrel made for a couple of decades now. 30-30 cartridge will fit the rotary, and the 30-30 is the right era so the action won't be stressed.

Yeah, she likes to push primers a little so she is effectively retired. Unless I absolutely need it.


Bob,

start a new post with some pictures. 99G in 22HP are not common. You might be better served to find an original front sight and butt plate.

Finding a 30-30 barrel and getting it fit, especially with the expectations that it will share the forearm will be both difficult and expensive. You might be better off to just buy another.

Either way, welcome to the fire.
Quick picture of the 1899 with a total of 61 kill tally marks... Also note the odd tang sight, anyone know what it is?

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the tang sight is an early lyman. Looks like this gun is missing the safety??? Have you pried that stuff off the lever yet? Is it cracked under there or maybe someone wanted some "padding"

If you really want to have a discussion about it... start a new thread and post the picture there.
Nahhh left the tape on it like the old man liked it. I guess it was padding. Trying to keep his Karma/mojo with it...lol
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start a new post with some pictures. 99G in 22HP are not common. You might be better served to find an original front sight and butt plate.


99G is the only thing this gun matches at http://savage99.com/models.htm .

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Finding a 30-30 barrel and getting it fit, especially with the expectations that it will share the forearm will be both difficult and expensive. You might be better off to just buy another.


While 1920 is well inside the interchangeable era of mass production I've always known that if I found a barrel that would screw on and be close enough to work I would be waiting for something to happen next, like waking up.

Finding a serviceable 30-30 barrel would be a trick in itself. I've always been curious how much it would cost to have one fit to the gun but really don't want to know, if you know what I mean.

Same thing with getting a barrel blank and having a Gunsmith fit it to the frame and stock. It's what I call lottery work, it's on the top of the list if I hit 7 or better figures. Meaning never.

There is an option of having the barrel bored and/or lined, collectors value means darn little to me, except for what I could get out of it in a trade, except I'm not inclined to trade because this is a family heirloom, what a perfect little Hell.

Yes, I would be better off just getting another 99, one that has never seen corrosive primer.

I'll eventually get around to posting pictures just to make sure this 99 is what I think it is.

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Either way, welcome to the fire.


Thanks!
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This was my grandfathers savage he gave me years ago. I used it a few years ago to harvest a couple of does during a management hunt. It is a 303 savage and will always be with me till I pass it on.
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Very nice.
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Years ago, I was stationed at Travis AF Base in Northern California. This photo dates back to 1992. I shot these two blacktail bucks one morning with my Savage .308 and they dropped where they stood. Superb performance!

I never liked bolt action rifles. My Savage model 99 has served me well: very accurate, silent safety, smooth action, good trigger.

Sherwood
The fore ends would come glass bedded up to the screw then free floated for accuracy. A 3/8 crescent black rubber butt pad should keep recoil managable when shooting from a prone position all day.
25-06........
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The 250-300 that started my craving. A friend loaned me this 99 several years ago and now I have my own in .243 with a 99A in 300 on layaway. whistle

2 for me (for now) Just worked a deal for the 250-3000 so, that's 3 for me.
New collector. 99A 308, 99C 308, 99F 300, 99C 7mm-08, 99EG 250-3000, all 98-99%. 99 brushgun 375, my go-to gun for years, 99 270 Titus custom. 7 total for me at this point.
My father had a 99 in 300 savage. It was a takedown model and the first gun I hunted with. I think it was my granfather's gun and I wanted that gun to be mine. I shoot left handed so I uses levers and pumps....but when my dad died, he left that rifle to my brother. The gun is original and unmodified. My brother told me I'd have to buy it from one of his kids after he dies....I finally found one on GB and bought it. It's a 1940 vintage, same caliber and a takedown model....It's on its way and I can't wait....
good for you... when it comes in, you should start a new post and put up some pictures...
if i found a decent 99 in 300 savage i would start handloading again. i believe this was first rifle to use rotary mag.--1095carbon
A 99 in .250 Savage and .300 Savage... Throw in a some new ones in 7mm-08, .338 Federal, .358 Win. and .376 Steyr (hunting Buff and big Bears with a 99 would be awesome)

Something at least along the quality lines of the Model 14 American fit and finish. I'd buy the .338 Fed tomorrow. Only way it would make it would be with the new calibers. I don't know about long action rounds... maybe? The Browning BLR's with long action receivers just don't feel as good to me as the short action guns.

The new rounds would be the key. I read somewhere that there are so many old .300's around that Savage doesn't think anyone would spend the money it would cost to build a new one.

Here is my one and only model 99, 300EG..for now... Gun show coming up this wekend and I'm hoping to find a nice 303 or 250. The other is my savage BTVS in 17HMR. No model 99, but you got to admit, she is pretty. (And a blast to shoot!)

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It would be wonderful if Savage once again out the "99" back into the line-up of rifles. Personally, I think the "99" was way ahead of it's time and the fact that Savage Arms is 3 miles from my home meant that everybody had one when I was growing up. Around here, you can still find untouched "99"'s however,more and more scarce due to collector interest.
Wow, replying to a 6 yo thread would get you heckled in most places:-)

I would love to see the 99 make a comeback, in all of the .308-based cartridges and 30-40 Krag.

Unfortunately, the market would be too small for anything but a limited edition.

The 99 is kinda like Rita Hayworth or Ava Gardner in the era of Angelina Jolie. Subtle, classic sex appeal is eternal (now I need a cold shower!) But if it's not raw and in their face constantly, most folks these days will never know.
I've got two -- a 300 Sav and a 250 Sav.

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Photo's no good, but until I open the safe again, there they are.
My first one and the addition of another addiction....to go with the Mauser and No.1 addictions....
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I have a 250, locked up at my brothers in NZ. We have shot a lot of Red And Sika deer with it, presently using 87gr silver tips as we can not get any other ammo or reloading dies.

I secured a Red/Sika hybrid hind at 623meters last year, my brother has taken two Red stags and a 5 pigs in the last 12mths.

Jason
1899 TD .250 Savage too bad someone D&T but it shoots well with the scope

1899 barrel band .303

It's been a while since I've been on this post. Don't know if anyone is still keeping track of how many 99's are still around, but I thought I'd update my numbers.

A little info. on how addicting 99's can get:

My first response on this post was Feb. 7, 2009. I had 3 99's then. Two Model E's and a model R.

On March 28, 2009 I posted that I got Two more. Two EG's. A 300 Savage and a 250-3000.

On January 27, 2010 I posted that I had 13 Model 99's.

I went through my gun safes over the weekend and did an inventory. As of today, Nov. 25, 2012 I have 54 Model 99's.

A break-down of my Model 99's:
4 Model A's
2 Model H's
5 Model G's
4 Model E's (old lighweight models)
3 Model K's
4 Model R's
2 Model RS's
12 Model EG's
2 Custom models
5 Model F's
5 Model E's (Economy models)
1 DL
1 75th Aniv. model
2 Brushguns
2 Model C's

I have all the calibers except the 25-35, 32-40, and 38-55.
Joe






smile.... I know that feeling... I started with one... had it for 6 or 7 years and then ran into another... found this site and next thing I knew, I was hooked... would hate to even count... I am fairly certain that I own or have owned at least 100 Savage 99s.
I used to be the maintainer, but it's WAY out of date. Nice set of rifles, Joe, but I'm like Drew. I hate counting any more. I might speak the number in my sleep or out loud some day in front of the wife, and that wouldn't be good. grin

Still remember the 2007 Fest where Loggah told us how many he had in his new vault with his wife standing there, and you should have seen the look on her face when she said "HOW Many????". grin


Thinking Rick can unsticky this one.
i think he should keep it up,when i first came on this site 2 years ago i went through the whole thread,gives one a good idea of the scope of this site,

my wife will find out when i pass or have to sell to survive old age.

norm
Ok, new here, but I signed up because as a 1895 owner I thought it was my duty to ad to the list!
Savage 1895 .303 sav (obviously), serial# 5096 JM proof marks, oct barrel, rocky mnt front sights, marbles rear, cresent butt... and I wouldn't think twice about s shooting it because of the condition!

Pics... do I have to upload them to another host sight? Or can I post them somehow from my phone?

Thanks!
I know the Savage 99 was (is?) expensive to manufacture, but I do believe there is a market. With modern CNC machining, I can't fathom why Savage hasn't re-introduced the 99. Just look at Winchester and Browning with Japanese runs of famous rifles in the order of 5,000 units.

I favor the 300 Savage, 7X08 Remington, 308 Winchester and the 358 Winchester for re-introduced calibers.
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It's been a while since I've been on this post. Don't know if anyone is still keeping track of how many 99's are still around, but I thought I'd update my numbers.

A little info. on how addicting 99's can get:

My first response on this post was Feb. 7, 2009. I had 3 99's then. Two Model E's and a model R.

On March 28, 2009 I posted that I got Two more. Two EG's. A 300 Savage and a 250-3000.

On January 27, 2010 I posted that I had 13 Model 99's.

I went through my gun safes over the weekend and did an inventory. As of today, Nov. 25, 2012 I have 54 Model 99's.

A break-down of my Model 99's:
4 Model A's
2 Model H's
5 Model G's
4 Model E's (old lighweight models)
3 Model K's
4 Model R's
2 Model RS's
12 Model EG's
2 Custom models
5 Model F's
5 Model E's (Economy models)
1 DL
1 75th Aniv. model
2 Brushguns
2 Model C's

I have all the calibers except the 25-35, 32-40, and 38-55.
Joe



Joe, you are either one sick puppy or a real collector. smile
I understand the addiction - I got my first 1899 (84-XXX) two weeks ago, a grampa from a person who wanted to get it out of the closet, and after cleaning it up and studying the art-in-metal that the action is (after reading wealth of this forum), then feeling a 103-year old rifle spring to life with a little oil and tenderness, I have a 1951 Model 99 in 300 Savage in my sights - and I don't think I can resist ..... Just curious, how many purchases confirms an addiction?
welcome hazcat,you have arrived ,and by your post YOU SIR HAVE FALLEN to the addict bug

CONGRATULATIONS

NORM
i'll pitch in with my 3 1899's, in 32-40, 22 hipower, and 303. all 3 are treasures; the 22 is great fun to shoot, but not so fun to reload; the 32-40 lays 'em in right where she's pointed every time, and the 303, with its 28" barrel, should hit a wee bit harder now that i've got some 190gr roundnoses to hunt with. all 3 been thar, done that, and brung home th' bacon more'n a few times; hope to add a critter er three to each of 'em's bag.
mind yer topknots!
windy
.243 is a sweet bullet...my 99 is 300savage
Ok not so sure I'm doing this correctly or in the right place. I have a model 99 that belonged to my grandfather and I have been wondering since my dad gave it to me how old it is and what it may be worth(no amount of money will buy it). Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Some pictures and the serial number would be helpful.

I suggest you start a new thread with that info an you will get some help.

Welcome to the 'Fire.
All of you make strong cases for an updated Model 99.
My dream gun would be offered in 3 calibers.
short action, 22-250,250 savage,284 for heavier game.
Brass rotor, 20" barrel, walnut stock w/cheek piece, snobele
fore-end, take-down. stainless steel fluted barrel,stainless receiver, fiddle back walnut stocks.I know the 3 calibers were all available at 1 time but not pre-1960 quality.Personal opinion,99 needs to be short action! With that said though for heavy duty action 35 Whelen.Dream on!!
I am in the market for a really nice 99 in .243 Winchester. Would appreciate a heads-up if anyone has one for sale.
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Jim, the free classifieds would be a much more appropriate and productive area for this.

http://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/forums/14/1/Free_Classifieds
if you are still counting i have 2 F's. 284 and 250-3000
like the dummie i am i let go of a eg in 308 that was a tack driver.

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I have one in 308 but don't know which model it is. I just know it's old and made in Chicofee Falls.
I am in search of answers I just became the owner of an 1899 savage carbine that was fully restored by Savage in the early 70s adn has not been fired since. I was taking the stock off to give the action a cleaning and reoiling when I noticed a threaded hole in the action area. And my question am I missing a screw if what what is the purpose of this threaded hole. Photo attached.

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Make mine an octagon barreled saddle ring carbine in 50-70 with 1899 "B" style Schnabel and crescent butt.
83 99's and 6 95's. most haven't been screwed with. steve
I am new to this site...I have what I believe is a 1899B by ser. no. manufactured in 1905. 26" oct bbl, 25-35, perch stock. it was my grandfather's who passed away 55 yrs. ago and just came into my possession. it has been stored in dry clean conditions and shows normal but little wear. any idea of the value? I am not selling only insuring...thanks
Welcome.
How about some pics aye?
At auction recently I've 1899B's ball park $1400 +/- $250 based on condition. Your caliber is a plus 10%.
Rather than insure, put in your safe or mine. grin
Hope this worked...should be three photos...I think i'll keep it in my safe, but thanks for the offer

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That's a treasure for sure! Thanks for sharing and WELCOME!
Indeed. That is a sweetheart.
If that was my Gramp's gun, I'd keep it forever. And I got some.
The first generation 1899 lines, octagonal barrel, perch belly, crest butt, I just love 'em.
ah, not real interested in getting in a battle over values but I would not insure that gun for dime less than $2000.
thanks everyone for your comments and advise...I feel the same way as Southern...going to hold on to this and pass it down.
I would like it in 303 and 356 Winchester so we would have rimmed case for rotor mag. I love that 35 cal. it puts the whomp on game that needs a big womping.
I've got several 1899's which includes a model F src in 32-40. You don't hear much about this cal.
Welcome to the campfire, Jiggdog! We talk about the Winchester chamberings off and on quite a bit here, one member has been gathering a list of them to get a feel for how the 32-40/25-35/38-55's are split among the different models and how common in relation to each other. Probably time to find that thread and bring it back up for folks to update.
32-40 in a C here.
I have a savage m 1899 b; ser #124xx ; in .303 cal. with a .311 bore with good rifling .All my other .303's have a .308 bore.I have heard the " .311 bores are accidents "theories , etc. . To me there are toomany exactly .311 bores for it to be an accident.True or false ?
I also have a sav m 1899 , ser. # 320xx in 30-30 which has a pistol grip stock with the first style lever (straight as on rifles without pistol grip ).I'm interested to know , approx. how many pistol grip stocks were built with the straight lever? (i.e. are they very common ? )
Sorry for trying to glean information from the experts when I have very little expertise to offer , but that's how we learn.
Thanks in advance
Jiggdog,

Welcome to the fire. Create a new thread with your questions and they are more likely to get an answer.
Old friend lent me a G in 300 Savage with an aperture site for some of my marsh hunting this past season, along with a few rounds of ammo. Took a small buck with it. Absolutely a pleasant gun to carry.
When I returned it a few days ago, he gave it to me. I'm kinda speechless. Santa couldn't do better.
I have 3.

2 x 250-3000 (as marked), take down models. One with interrupted thread {1/4 turn} and one with full threads {3 turns}. I've added marble peep sights to both.

1x 99C in .308 Winchester.
I have a 1899/99 in .300 savage. Has not been altered and has a lyman 1a peep on it. It was grandpas and now mine
dates to 1918 to 1921
The 99C in 7mm-08. Which I'm still looking to purchase. Can't seem to find one.
I have my Dad�s 1950 production 99EG in 300 Savage. It is in original shape as when he bought it in 1950.

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I am new to this site but I would like to submit my 99 A serial # 100xx. still original unmolested.
Welcome dlindon.
Great, submit your rifle. Some pics will suffice. Any other info is good also.
I would like to submitt a picture but I can't figure that out how to do it.
This will help. Not hard at all.

http://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/topics/696239/1
Sizable portion of my collection here:

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DREW
Very Nice.
Were's the Pistols?
Steve
No Savage Pistols in my collection. As a matter of fact, I no longer own any savage gun that is not an 1895/1899/99.

Oh wait, I have a Fox or two that was made after Savage bought Fox.... guess those count.
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No Savage Pistols in my collection. As a matter of fact, I no longer own any savage gun that is not an 1895/1899/99.

Oh wait, I have a Fox or two that was made after Savage bought Fox.... guess those count.


I Figured By Now You would of Gotten at Least one, for Jackie!
Just inherited a 300 Savage model 1899
Serial # 246672 so it looks like it was made in 1923
All original and still in good working order.

Any ideas as to it value?
Also were all 1899 designed as take down rifles?
Possible late 1899A T/D or 99B T/D. Date is in a transition period.
26" or 24"?
Look under Misc. good info for how to post pics. Easier to describe that way.
Value? Condition condition condition, 600-1000+ with exceptions.
I'm thinking its a 99G. Its well into the 99 history, not 1899.
24 inch barrel
Receiver is stamped "SAVAGE 1899 Model" and last Patent date on the barrel is June 1, 1909
Straight grip? or Pistol grip? Checkered wood?
btw - welcome to the 'Fire.
If you remove the forearm there may be a letter stamp on the front of the frame. Is there? What is it?
Straight grip and not seeing a stamp. Email me at
[email protected] and I can send you photos.
No checkering on the wood
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Hi, great grandfathers 1950's Savage EG 300, aluminum spool, with Williams peep sight. This rifle is very light and responsive. I can still hear grampy's voice when I heft it.
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Really enjoying all this.

So... I got to wonderin' here...

All y'all who are sort of in the "collectors" category...
(...and when does that happen? after your second? third? dozenth? crazy )

Do you sort of get "purist" about what you buy?
"If it ain't stock-original-unmolested, I'm not interested."

Or... if you come across a 99, you're takin' it home!- "irregardless"

James

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Varies. I like shooters, but after I got a few I started ignoring the "average" rifles and start looking for ones with more condition, or at least ones that are more uncommon. Too many 99's to buy them all (especially if you get a C&R FFL).

Others here aren't interested unless it's a high grade rifle. Yet others just have their one or two that they hunt with.

Different strokes for different folks.
Just landed a 303 takedown. I also have a 30-30 takedown 1920, plus an "ordinary" 1913 or 14 303. Darned old things get to you, don't they?
It's a sickness buddy.
Here's a couple of mine. Top is a 25-35; bottom is a 22 Savage Hi-Power. Numbers all match up on the guns and they have excellent shiny bores which is good.

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Wow! those are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing the photos.
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Wow! those are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing the photos.


Oh yeah! Nice ones.
Thanks for the compliments guys. I've only been interested in collecting Savages for a couple years now. I really like the 1899 rifles. Some of you guys post pictures of some real beauties on here.
Very, very nice! Thanks for sharing!
You may not have many, but you have quality. Nice rifles!
When I first looked through the pictures from the last Savage Fest I fell hard for the 1899s. Here are a couple more; both products of the 24 Hour Campfire. Numbers all match up on these rifles too. I posted pictures of these guns before, but this is the countdown to Savage Fest after all...

This one is a .303 that I really like a lot. I probably put some noticeable carry wear on it in the last two years. Great trigger. The wood is really pretty to my eyes and it would have been neat to have seen it new, but it's also neat to think about the the history that this old girl has seen. Finally got what I believe is the correct rear sight on there...and now it's in the way! I added the older Marble Safety Axe tang sight. I like those.
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The 250-3000 is from 1915 I think. Another favorite. A second one of these in really high condition is at the top of my short list.

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I tried to contact the NRA being my Grandpa was a member to see if they could help me locate his Savage model 99C 7mm-08...no luck,they never contacted me. Still looking to buy one.
Has anyone kept the tally going? I have 5, two TD, 2 R's, and a post mil DL in 308, sold a ratty E in 308. My cousin has 2, an F in 308 and a 300 that I forget what it looks like. He has my Murry's at the moment, Joe.
I'd say they're out there. Sometimes you will encounter them in the most unlikely places.
I have a 1899 Montreal Home Guard recently purchased abroad. Original family and in original condition. New to this forum so forgive me for no photo.
PM sent. You can access by the flashing thing by "My Stuff" then click on messages. Thanks, David
David, pm sent.
1899 MHG, welcome to the site. Joe.
JoeMartin thanks for the welcome. Paul H
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This is my 250 savage from about 1916 . It is in about perfect shape except it has two holes drilled and tapped on the top of receiver ring.I have been lurking in the shadows and thought this picture would make a good first post. Tons of information here . Thanks
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This is my 250 savage from about 1916 . It is in about perfect shape except it has two holes drilled and tapped on the top of receiver ring.I have been lurking in the shadows and thought this picture would make a good first post. Tons of information here . Thanks

There are worse places to be lurking grin
Very nice 250 and welcome to the fire.

Lee
Welcome to the campfire, Ranman! Nice rifle too.
Appears to have been well cared for.

If it is just drilled on the receiver ring it likely had a Williams mount on it. Williams used the factory tang hole in the rear.
Yes just the ring has been drilled . The front blade and screw are also missing .I find it hard to believe it was made such a long time ago.
I have one of those 1895's resting somewhere in the safe. Purchased several years ago by my late boyfriend Sunvalleyguy. He was so happy to have found one although not in the best of shape. I am lucky enough to have gotten the early releases of the 99F in 243, 308, and 358. Also a take down in 300 with the .410 barrel. My favorite is my 1919 250-300 take down. My prettiest is my 99EG. One day I would like to find a hex barrel, 26" in 30-30 in great condition. The ones I have are in 303, one tired and one reblued. Can't own them all, but sure nice to try.
Got a 68, 78, and 82. All 99c's and all in 308. The 68 is new to me and in slightly rougher shape than the other 2. Only the 82 has had no refinishing work. All are hunting rifles, have been dragged through miles of brush, brought home backstrap, and keep coming back for more.
just picked up an old C in 303 today , needs a little TLC but at 112 years old i would too. nice set you have,, only 1 30-30 model B here and a 38-55, keep looking one will show up.

norm

Have a 30-30 TD mfg. in 1937/38. Not "collector grade" but is a practical deer rifle. Have another 30-30, a carbine, appears to be a 99-H. This one dates to 1913. It does, however, have a short barrel, about 18".

Looking forward to this site and forum. Found it while looking for Savage info.
Welcome to the campfire!
Welcome to the site. That's how I found my way here, and now I have more Savages than the rest of my guns put together, Joe.

Thanks, guys. Joe, I think I understand how that happened to you. And now, just when I thought I was relatively content...
Finally found a 22 HP 99 G to complete my G model collection recently. I seems in pretty nice shape to me (see photos below) with some nice lever case color and is all original as near as I can tell.

It looks OK next to my 30-30 and 303 G's but makes my 250 and 300 G's look like crap. Now I gotta find a nicer one in those two calibers so they don't distract from the three nice ones.

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New to the forum and not sure where to post this. I have a Savage 99F in .308 Winchester. The Lever boss has an "E" and the serial number is 10006XX. I think it may have been made in about 1953 but the serial number seems high for that. Any words of wisdom?
1960, receiver made at the Westfield, MA plant but the barrel probably says Chicopee Falls. Production started there in 1960 with serial number 1,000,000.
Welcome to the campfire!
You are right on! The barrel says Chicopee Falls.
Thanks!
Accumulation is now at 129--hope I can break the habit soon, but still need a .375 and 7mm08!!
Didn't you just sell a few?
Afternoon folks. I'm from Oz; have a collection of falling block English and Scots rifles plus 2 Savages, one a transitional 1899 26665XX straight hand stock T/D in 22HP but with a Utica barrel circa 1926 and a 250/3000 s/n 20xxxx pistol grip. Both require new timber( the 22 has a split butt big time and the 250 has no timber)

What I would like to know is if any 99s were sold to English/ Oz retailers and additionally if any were retailed with local stocks to order.
Look for the flashing envelope indicating a "Private Message" next to "my stuff" near the top of the screen.
I have one, .300 savage caliber model 99. Purchased from the original owner!! Received three boxes of ammo with it, Winchester silver tips. He said he used it twice and quit hunting. Twelve rounds fired from the box's were the only rounds through the barrel, was what he told me. Back to the OP question how many does mine make!
You hit a home run on that one. Is it an EG?
I believe it is an EG. That would be marked by the lever pivot point, in an oval! It actually looks like EG1. It is hard to read even with my pocket magnify glass! Snabel for end, checkered stock, pistol grip and curved lever. With the safety on the lever area!
Sounds like an EG. EG may be stamped on the front of the receiver. You have to remove the forearm to see it. The oval on the lever boss contains one or two numbers that indicate the inspector and a letter that indicates the year the rifle was made. The letters started with A in 1949, B in 1950, etc. If it's an I the rifle was made in 1957. Post a partial serial number and we can pin down the date of production for you if the letter in the oval is unreadable. We always like to see photos also. David
Got my first 99.
Serial number lookup says made in 1935.
Guy said it was his grandpas.........supposedly he bought it new and hunted it for yrs.
Kinda rough.
Proly pop a deer w it and hang over fireplace.

24" .300 Savage. Got 2 boxes of ammo to burn through it this weekend.

Needs a tang peep (rear sight is fuzzy, not drilled for any other options). Looked around, appears to be an EG. I got it cheap enough.
Never had one, just thought it'd be cool to pop a deer with a pre WW2 rifle. Might even buy red plaid wool coat smile

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The guy's grandpa had good taste. smile
I gotta fab a sling for it. Figure it made it this far without studs, now's not the time to add any.
Too bad it's not a 20" in.35 Rem.
That'd be a mo' betta deer rig for me.
Not into lever guns, have had a few Winchesters and a Marlin. Never did a thing for me. The Savage has a bit more cool factor IMHO.
That's a really nice early EG so please keep it original.

There is a sling stud that replaces the forearm screw that would solve half the problem.
I saw the stud for the forend.
Thought about making a plate to go under the grip cap.
Or fab a lace on leather deal for the rear sling attach.
All I do know is...........ready for this heat to be gone, am sick of summer. Am beyond ready for deer season.
I live really only 1.5 months of the yr.
Downright grumpy bastid until maples turn yellow and start dropping. Couple weeks of bowhunting then enough of that nonsense, bring out a boomer.
Pops is a lefty, so had a 110 way back in the 70's (before he could afford a Ruger #1).

Not long ago he got a lefty 110, heavy bbl, in .308. Nice wood (Fajen did factory stocks?). He rebarreled it to 6mm Norma BR. He's got a bad shoulder so has lessened his cartridges in power.

Nice piece of wood, for an ugly arse bolt rig.

At least with the 99 Savage had a good looking rifle smile
(excluding the yellow 1980's stuff).
I see where Marbles makes a tang sight still.
Costs about half what I paid for the rifle.
Not sure I'm gonna go that route.
May instead start digging in boxes at gunshows.
I'ma cheaparse.
Cheapest good sight for the 99 is the old style Williams FP.

The purists rag on them because it's aluminum, etc. etc.

But, they work just as well as the lyman or Redfield.
Saw pics of the FP. Kinda like it being centered and not hanging off to the side. Will try to find one.
Got a gunshow scrounger guy, will tell him to keep an eye out.
Welcome to the Forum. We're a bunch of enablers here. Be careful or that neat old EG may be the first of many Savage lever actions. David
I remember reading Savage catalogs in jr high, during my algebra class. Kinda liked the 99 back then smile

Must say I do think the .300 Savage a darn fine looking little round. Like .35 Rem too.

.308 win doesn't do anything for me.
Well I shot the thing.
Fair amount of blast from 24" bbl..........but man is .300 Savage comfy. I dunno what bullet weight, proly 150's.
Buddy found some old factory RP stuff, so I just let er rip with those.

Couple of things.

Mag spring is very wimpy and cartridge counter didn't index right.

It cycled fine though.

Rear sight/front sight...........I'll need a sunny day and a moron deer..........to give me enough light/time to line those damn things up.

Rear is all the way down (one notch on elevator) and it's right height at 25, but 2" left. Will tap it over........if I don't find a Willaims FP.

Trigger is pretty heavy.

This rig will need some fixin to stay in my safe. As it is right now........dunno. I will shoot a deer with it, just to say I did.




Lightfoot makes a scope base which requires no new holes, uses the tang holes and the rear sight slot. Just a thought to keep in mind if you want to hunt that gun and use modern optics. The 300 Savage is a great cartridge for white tails.
Here are pics of an SRC with a Lightfoot mount. They work real well.
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David
Looks very good.
Has me wondering about an old fixed low power Weaver.
I do have a Redfield Rev 2-7X sitting on the shelf, but think it wouldn't look right.
Ready to hit the range tomorrow.
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Greetings every one. I am brand new to this site; so please forgive me if I violate any rules or seem rude. I signed up because I have a question about a newely aquired Savage lever action .30-30. I know it is old, just how old I dont know. I was my grandfather's step brothers. A number is visible on the underside that is easily read. It is 1777XX. Can any of you experts tell me what the year of manufacture is on this old lever action. It does have a crack in the stock and I was wondering about replacing the stock with a new one. Thank you for your time and patience.
1916 year of manufacture. Tom
24 here currently Steve.

dave
MP, welcome to the site. If it's just a crack with no wood missing hold off on restocking. Get some pics up so the guys can see it. There have been stocks snapped in half that have been repaired, and if you didn't know it, it's hard to find the repair, Joe.
Originally Posted by MPur1021240
Greetings every one. I am brand new to this site; so please forgive me if I violate any rules or seem rude. I signed up because I have a question about a newely aquired Savage lever action .30-30. I know it is old, just how old I dont know. I was my grandfather's step brothers. A number is visible on the underside that is easily read. It is 1777XX. Can any of you experts tell me what the year of manufacture is on this old lever action. It does have a crack in the stock and I was wondering about replacing the stock with a new one. Thank you for your time and patience.


...that serial number should hit 1915 for production year.

dave
Depending on how bad the crack is, a good stock repair guy can probably fix it.
Thank you guys for the information. I will try to get a few pictures taken. Being that it is that old, I will not likely be changing the stock if is still OK.
Well, I have some very good pictures of the crack in the 1899 stock. Unfotunately they are too large to upload here. I have to figure out what to do to make them smaller or find a way to add a link to get to them.
I dont know if this will work.
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Since I am a new member I will add my collection to the list:

1895 in .303 Savage, 24" oct barrel, S/N 34xx

1899C in .30-30 with rifle butt plate, Lyman No. 1, S/N 31xxx,

1899A Saddle gun takedown in .303 Sav, S/N 210xxx

99G Deluxe takedown in .303 with deluxe "K" style checkering, Lyman 30 1/2, S/N 307xxx

Post war 99 EG in 300 Sav, S/N 527xxx with Redfield 70LH - my grandpa's rifle gifted to me 20 years ago that started my interest in gun collecting in general and Savages in particular.

All are great shooters, I have taken a few deer with them but don't use them as much for rough country hunts.
Welcome to the site, looks like you have the starts of a good collection, Joe.
I have a guide friend here on Kodiak who returned two days ago from a successful solo winter goat hunt. He was packing one of his old M-99 30-30 carbines with half octagon/hald round bbl and was able to get within 140 yards and dropped it with a single shot.
I have a 19 nra it's the only savage I have found in the pile ....... so far

Ron
Welcome to the site Ron, I have a 19 also, Joe.
Hi guys - new here obviously. You can put me down for one!

I signed onto the campfire to ask some questions about the 1899 takedown 250-3000 w/ 410 that was gifted to me. I saw this thread so I figured I'd chime in to help keep the count going!

I will start a new thread soon with some details and pictures - I would love to hear what you all think about it.
I believe it's all original (not dicked with as far as I can tell) but I'd like to hear from the gurus.

Thanks - Scott
Welcome to the campfire, Scott!
not sure of the count now ?? but i have a 22hp,250-3000,300,303,308win
This is my Grand Fathers 1899 in 250/3000. He bought it brand new back in the 1920's. I was going to re-blue it, but then I realized that it was Grandpas hands that wore the blue off carrying it as his main hunting rifle for many years, I can't touch it up, I feel it would be just wrong.

I'm looking forward to seeing it with one of Lightfoot's no drill scope mounts and a new scope so my bad eyes can shoot it again. I will take a deer and an Elk with it next season.... grin

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Enjoy, hope it shoots great!
I am looking for info on a savage model 99 that was gifted to me from the old man I used to hunt with. It is chambered in .250/3000, brass shell counting window, checkering on fore end, serial number 7117##, and it appears the boss code is 20B in a circle. Pretty sure it is all original from his stories.
Just curious as to a year and model?
99EG with a thin forearm and schnabel tip, 99R if it has a fat and wide forearm with rounded end. Serial number puts it to 1953/1954.

Welcome to the campfire!
LBC and serial number don't match up. 20B would be 1950.
Thanks for the help. It appears to be a 20E not 20B….tough to make out.
An E would match up with the serial number.
I have 2. 1 99 and 1 1899.
I have 2. 1 99 and 1 1899.
I'm new here. Don't quite know how this forum works yet but I'll try to add to the total. I have only 2. A .303 1899 and a .243 99. The 99 is either an A (on the barrel) or an E (on the receiver.)
Two
The 250-3000 I bought a few years back BECAUSE it was beat up. smile
And dad's .308 that he's had for as long as Ive been around.

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Hey fellas, I'm new to the forum and figured I'd add my few to the list. Current count is at 7 and growing whenever possible. Here's the list so far:

1899B 303
1899B 32-40
1899 F 30-30
1899 H 22HP (just a shooter)
1899 250-3000
99 250-3000
99C 22-250

I've only been following the forum for a short time but have gained a lot of knowledge from a lot of your posts and look forward to learning more. I was bit by the gun bug early on and the Savage lever gun has always been at the top of the list. When I figure out how to post pics I'll share one of my little group of guns.

Jake
Originally Posted by JakeND1899
Hey fellas, I'm new to the forum and figured I'd add my few to the list. Current count is at 7 and growing whenever possible. Here's the list so far:

1899B 303
1899B 32-40
1899 F 30-30
1899 H 22HP (just a shooter)
1899 250-3000
99 250-3000
99C 22-250

I've only been following the forum for a short time but have gained a lot of knowledge from a lot of your posts and look forward to learning more. I was bit by the gun bug early on and the Savage lever gun has always been at the top of the list. When I figure out how to post pics I'll share one of my little group of guns.

Jake



That's a really good group! Welcome!
You don't come across too many 1895s out here. As a matter of fact, the only one I can recollect seeing was years ago at Mazama Sporting Goods in Eugene Oregon.
Welcome, that's a nice little group, Joe.
Inherited a '99 30-30 and have been tempted to do an Ackley Improvement to it. It could be fun to load low bc rounds and show just what 30-30 can be pushed to. It is only sentimentality that has held me back.
Bought a '99 303, haven't shot it much, ammo is scarce, another reload project. we
Traded for a '99 250-3000 my primary rifle for Arkansas.

In Alaska, I have stuck to modern bolt guns. I love the old cressent butt stocks. I would put one on my modern rifles just to enjoy the asthetic.
If you need new .303 Save ammo try Graf and Son's. They sell new production Hornady loads.
looking to sell my Savage model 99F with date code H. original with pronghorn scope. i am curious if anyone would know the value of this rifle.
Originally Posted by Gamblin9511
looking to sell my Savage model 99F with date code H. original with pronghorn scope. i am curious if anyone would know the value of this rifle.

It depends upon caliber, condition and pictures.
Without that info ballpark $400-800.
Hey there fellow savage nuts. I have found myself recently enamored with the 1899/99 rifles. It all started last winter with a 1926 (model A maybe?) .303 that I picked up for a good price due to a cracked stock. I thought it would make a great winter project; also I have been trying to find a good camp/cabin rifle for my wife who is recoil sensitive. This is my 1st venture into stock making; I had purchased some walnut from a lumber yard with this in mind. I 1st repaired the original stock and discovered that the rifle was very accurate. I wasn't so sure I wanted to give it up smile Well I got the rear stock made and fit to my wife with a nice soft pad and she really likes the rifle. Here is a photo with the original stock, and one with the new one. Of course the rifle looks a lot better with the original, but my wife is happier with the new one. (I removed the sight elevator and now the 150's are on at 100 yds)
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I got lucky this summer and picked up two more, a 1909 model A .303, and a 1914 .22 H.P. (not sure the model) for a song. Both sold for parts. The .303 because the rear stock has a crack in it, and the .22 had no wood. So now I have another project for the winter! The bores on both look great, and the .303 puts 3 150grn hornady rn into 1" at 80 yrds! I think I will take my moose this fall with my new .303, here is a photo of it - say how do I get my photos to show on the page here?
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Guns look good, always love somebody bringing back project 99's to a shooting status!

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Any Savage lever gun is a win over those other companies.
Just inherited a 1949 Model 99 514xxx in 250 Savage that originally belonged to my father. He lent it to my uncle, his BIL, over 40 years ago. He was a South Dakota rancher and it became his favorite gun. It was his truck gun and he shot everything from prairie dogs to mule deer with it. This uncle is my favorite uncle, an old time cowboy, an icon to me from my earliest memories. My father passed 13 years ago and I always planned to ask my uncle, if he was ever done with it, and his son wasn't interested, if I could get a shot at bringing it home. I never got a chance to ask ask him and he passed very unexpectedly a couple of weeks ago.

Last weekend, after my uncle's funeral, we were sitting around telling stories and celebrating his life. My cousin pulled me aside, handed me the Savage and told me that his dad told him that if anything ever happened to him the gun was to go home with me. I don't have words for what that means to me. It spent 40 years as a ranchers truck gun, the stock and forearm are in surprisingly good shape, but the bluing is almost completely worn away. I plan to use it so I'm thinking of having it reblued and getting it back into service.

Thanks for letting me share.

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Welcome to the campfire. It's amazing how many of us start out finding this place because we inherit an heirloom.

Rebluing is optional, up to you. I hunt a 1945 99EG in 300 Savage that's totally gray. It's got character, and has killed a whole bunch of deer. I don't feel bad about carrying it at all.
Glad to hear the 250 got to come home, and glad you and your uncle were close enough that he knew you would like it. I bought a Texas truck gun in 250 a couple years ago. The way I look at it is, if I reblue it and clean the stock up a little, all the stories are gone. No one would be able to tell that it hung in the rear window of an old truck, stock bleached out a little on the sunny side. Plus it you plan to hunt it, you want one that's used to bad weather. If you get it all shiny, the first drop of water that hits it might make it flinch. I like family guns with character too.
Thanks guys, I appreciate the thoughts on whether or not to reblue. Since it already has a little surface rust I'm concerned about protecting it the best I can since it is moving from a dry climate (Western SD) to a higher humidity climate (Minnesota). I'll take good care of it regardless, but want to make sure it's around to hand to my son or daughter when they're ready, or to my cousin's son (or daughter). First I need to make sure it still shoots all right so it is off to the range this weekend.
As Calhoun indicated, your gun, your choice. My thoughts are similar to JoeMartin in that reblueing will do nothing but remove it's history, which if I'm reading it correctly, is important to you. Rifles that are shiny and new can be bought anytime at the local gun shop, but a rifle your father and uncle put their marks on can't. Reblueing won't give it any more protection from the elements, keeping it wiped down with a good rust preventative (I prefer RIG) will. Enjoy that rifle and its history!
My very first 99 thanks to jorge for a great deal ! All original except for the refinished timber,1905 vintage octagon and I love the 303 head stamps !

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Slugged the bore this is one that doesn't seem to be .308 but .310-311 ...had this custom mold cut presently sizing to .311... it drops 195 grs with #2 alloy and the accuracy is way beyond my wildest expectations.

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I agree with Joe and tmitch said. It's lost its character and has no interest to most collectors if you reblue. David
Originally Posted by 1899sav
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As far as Me. I would like to see the Model F,G or T Make a Come Back Older Style and No Clip, Good old Brass rotor.
Revive the .303 Savage Calibor,
257 Roberts
32-20
35 Remington.

Steve


257 Rob or 35 Rem would be slick
Hello guys. Been a forum member since '13 but never visited the Savage sub. Never really had a need to but that changed today. I just won a GB auction for a 1949 '99R in 300 Sav. It has a Redfield receiver sight and is drilled and tapped. Would that be factory? Also there are some sling swivel studs that look much different than I'm used to. The blueing and case coloring look very, very good and there's a Lyman spacer where somebody removed the rear open sight. Anybody know where I might get an original replacement sight? The stocks look very good too, with just a slight crack on the upper left tang that I will stabilize as soon as it arrives.

The seller wants a check or money order, so it'll probably be a week or two till it arrives at my FFL. In the mean time, it looks as though there is a ton of info and knowledge here for me to start absorbing, cuz I have a feeling this is not going to be my last '99.

BTW, I paid $430 for the gun. Would this be in line for what I got or did I give too much?
Congrats on your buy! A 1949 99R would have been factory drilled and tapped for scope bases, and would have come from the factory with swivel eyes (not studs). There was a version called a 99RS that came with a Redfield 70LH tang sight and a rear sight blank. $430 sounds like a good price for that gun, the Redfield is probably worth $100 or more alone.

Here's an RS.

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Sounds to me like I've been sleeping on the job, I'd probably been bidding that thing up a bit. My 1950 R is factory tapped and I'm pretty sure a 49 would have been tapped too. I forget when they started tapping the R's. It's easy to tell, if any 99 is factory tapped the Savage stamp on top is moved over to the side so they didn't drill through their own logo. You can see the stamp with the scope on. If you can't see the Savage stamp, that means it's under the scope mount and it's aftermarket. Now, they made a 99 RS that had Quick release sling swivels and a Redfield 70 LH Micrometer peep. But I think there is some debate over verifying post war RS's. Some one wth much more knowledge than me will be along shortly.
See, Rory types faster than me.
Actually, I researched the serial # 55420X, and it turns out the gun was built in '50, not '49. It looks just like yours, Calhoun. Same stocks and checkering. Same receiver sight and swivel eyes, and very clean like yours. Although the sight needs a good cleaning.The only thing different is that yours looks like it's stamped on top of the receiver and mine is on the left side. If I understand JoeMartin correctly, than mine was factory drilled and tapped. Probably won't put hands on it for another week and half or so. The only pictures I have till then are from the auction.

www.gunbroker.com/item/788590902
That's a beauty! You got a smokin' deal for that model!

Look for evidence that it once had a rear barrel sight. It may not have...
Yep, as Lightfoot says, almost all off the 99R's that were switched from a rear sight to having a Redfield receiver sight and rear sight blank show scratches on the bluing behind the rear sight slot. But either way, whether original or with sights swapped out, it's more "desirable" with the Redfield. Those are night sights.
Lightfoot, Thank you sir. I was only hoping I didn't pay too much. Now, to find out that I might actually have gotten a deal, is icing on the cake. And, I was bidding against a Savage collector called S99VG, whose name I've seen around on other Savage forums. It was just him and me bidding and he dropped out early. That's what made me start to think about the value of the rifle.

I know what you're saying about the rear sight, but the ones I've seen had no brand on the spacer. This one is a Lyman so it makes me wonder.

Anyway, once I do a bunch of research and educate myself on all the variants of this rifle, I think I might want more than just the one. Since I was a kid, I've always wanted one in 250-3000.

Thanks again for the reply.
Originally Posted by Calhoun
Yep, as Lightfoot says, almost all off the 99R's that were switched from a rear sight to having a Redfield receiver sight and rear sight blank show scratches on the bluing behind the rear sight slot. But either way, whether original or with sights swapped out, it's more "desirable" with the Redfield. Those are night sights.


But would the factory have used a Lyman spacer?
Originally Posted by eaglemountainman
Originally Posted by Calhoun
Yep, as Lightfoot says, almost all off the 99R's that were switched from a rear sight to having a Redfield receiver sight and rear sight blank show scratches on the bluing behind the rear sight slot. But either way, whether original or with sights swapped out, it's more "desirable" with the Redfield. Those are night sights.


But would the factory have used a Lyman spacer?

That's a good question. We've seen earlier ones with Williams slot fillers, so not impossible. The front sight on them is a Lyman, so if it's going to have a brand name, Lyman is most likely.
Are you sure about that Lyman front sight? All the Rs I've seen had the generic Savage factory front sight.
If one were to call or write to Savage and submit model and serial number, would they be able to provide how the rifle was built and shipped? Even if they charged a nominal fee, it would be worth it. Or is that beyond the realm of wishful thinking?
Originally Posted by Lightfoot
Are you sure about that Lyman front sight? All the Rs I've seen had the generic Savage factory front sight.

The 1950's RS was catalogued with a Lyman front sight.
That could be an important factoid in ID'ing real RSs then.
Originally Posted by eaglemountainman
If one were to call or write to Savage and submit model and serial number, would they be able to provide how the rifle was built and shipped? Even if they charged a nominal fee, it would be worth it. Or is that beyond the realm of wishful thinking?

Yes, you can get a factory letter on some 1899's. The early ones tell date received to the warehouse, date shipped to original consignee, and what model. I don't think the 50's guns get as much info with a letter. Someone else will have more details on the letters. They used to be $25 dollars.
Now they are $45. I don't know what an early 50's ledger has for data.
I picked up the 99R from my FFL a few days ago, and I have to say it's even better than the auction pictures depicted.The first thing I did was give the stock a once over with 0000 wool and mineral spirits to take off any accumulated grime. Sure enough, the very dark red oxidized wood started to show a more orange hue and popped some nice grain.What few marks there are, seem to be from bumps in the safe rather than from hunting use. I took off the fore end stock to check for a serial #, but there was none present. Also, no stamps on the end of the receiver or lever boss. No rust or pitting on the barrel under the stock either. Just a little black, gummy crud that cleaned right off to reveal perfect blueing. I'm thinking, maybe some dried up factory shipping grease.

The blueing on the receiver looks to be less than 100%, but well more than 95% with no rust or pitting. The barrel is even better than that! It has the Lyman rear site filler and there is not even the slightest blemish anywhere to suggest that the rifle was ever fitted with a rear sight or that one was taken off. That area, like the rest of the barrel, is pristine.. The front sight, though not stamped as such, looks exactly like the Lyman my dad put on his Marlin 336RC. That leads me to believe that the Redfield receiver sight is factory original. I'm thinking, if that is the case, this could very well be an RS. I'm thinking that it might just be worth $45 for a Savage letter. I know it's a '50, and not as much info is provided on the post war guns but, hopefully they can tell me whether it's an R or an RS. The crown looks very good also, but the face of the muzzle is white metal, instead of blued. Wondering if that is normal...

Inside the receiver is spotless. No dirt or grime on the end of the chamber area or the bolt and the bolt face doesn't even show the slightest evidence of a cartridge head. All the angled surfaces on the extractor are sharp as a knife and the counter works flawlessly.

I'm at a loss as to why I won this firearm at the price I did. This kind of thing just doesn't happen for me, but I'll take it! Thanks again, S99VG. I owe you one.

I'm hoping to get to the range tomorrow and see how it shoots. I'll let you know.
The pics on gunbroker made it look as though it had a slight crack in the stock behind the tang. Was it a crack, or just a scratch/pic flaw? If it's a crack, might want to get it stablized before shooting. Don't want it getting worse. With or without a crack, you done very good imo.
Yeah, it was a very slight crack that showed up looking worse in the photo lighting than it is. I pulled the stock and the crack doesn't appear as though it went all the way through the wood to the inside. In any event, it looks as though someone did a very nice job relieving the pressure by making a less than .5 mm relief around the radius of the tang. I'll mark it and look at it after each shot tomorrow and if it grows at all, I'll stop shooting. Then I'll pull the stock again and drill along the length of the crack and epoxy a thin bamboo dowel in there. Either way, it will be very easy to refinish that small area and make it disappear without a trace. Given the condition of the gun, I'm not too concerned about this issue. But I am certainly going to address it.

So, Calhoun sir, is it normal that there is no serial # on the inside end of the forearm stock, and no stamp on the lever boss? How about the muzzle crown being white metal instead of blued? Thanks for your replies.
At that serial number, they had changed from stamping serial numbers on buttstock/buttplate/forearm to stamping an assembly code. If yours doesn't have an assembly code, that's definitely unusual. Usually 4 alphanumeric characters, and usually also stamped on the left side of the receiver under the buttstock (above the lever).

Not having an inspection/date stamp on the lever boss is very unusual - but not unheard of. We saw a 99R last year at a gun show in great condition like yours that didn't even have a serial number. All other assembly/proof marks, just no serial number. Never Say Never.

The end of the muzzle in 1950 I think should be blued. But not 100% sure on that.
I have recently been bitten by the 99 bug and have found the forum a wealth of information. Thanks for sharing.
I started with a 1955 99F 300 quickly followed by a 1949 EG 250 and I am now waiting for a 1919 1899 250-3000 takedown to arrive.
I am already looking at a 99A in 30-30 which has a sling swivel on the barrel which I have only seen one other time on a YouTube video by USOG.
I can’t tell if is part of the barrel or not.
I have hunting and predator control to keep them all gainfully employed on the farm in Ontario Canada.
Surprise!!! The butt stock and butt plate both have the same serial #'s as the receiver. They are both stamped A L under the #. On the bottom left of the receiver, under the butt stock, there is a circle inside of which looks like 20L. The toe of the receiver has the A L again. I looked all over the fore end and the front of the receiver again. There's nothing.

Anyway, that's what I got. I guess we'll see what the letter has to say. In the mean time, I'm gonna get it sighted tomorrow and hopefully use it for a few days during NY deer season. I start the trek north 2 weeks from today.
Well, it shoots! After 4 sighters to get POI to shake hands with POA, I shot four 3 shot groups at 50yds with the Redfield receiver sight. The first two groups each went 7/8". Then the third opened up into an isosceles triangle with each leg measuring an even 1". The fourth was a clover leaf, just a hair over 3/8", and I decided to quit on a high note. I'm ecstatic, and wondering what this old gun would have been able to do back when I had younger eyes. I wish that I was more computer savvy so I could post photos of my targets. Maybe my wife can help me with that.

Also, I kept a close eye on the very slight crack near the tang, and there was absolutely no change after 16 rounds.
Those 99R's with the heavy forearms have a reputation for accuracy. Congrats!
Hi Calhoun, Today I was reading an old thread of yours from 7/21/17 about your "Happy Dance", for finding a 50's 99RS. In it, you mentioned the case colored rotors and also the possibility of case colored mounting screws for the Redfield 70LH sight. While packing my 99R tonight in preparation for my trip to deer camp this Tuesday, I decided to give it a good looking over once more. While the rifle was made in 1950, and the rotor is definitely brass, the sight mounting screws do not look to be typically blued. The rear one seems about 1/2 blue and 1/2 brassy yellow, the same color as the case color on the lever. The front one seems to be about all brassy yellow. Now, would Savage blue the screws in house to match the blueing they use on the rest of the gun? Or, would they use them, as is, from Redfield?

Also, earlier in this thread you mentioned that 99RS's were cataloged with Lyman front sights. Previously, when I looked, I saw no markings on it. Now, when I put a flash light on it, sure enough, it's stamped Lyman. So now, I have a front sight and a rear sight filler that both say Lyman. I also looked very closely with a magnifier and there is absolutely no, none, zero scratches or other evidence of a rear sight ever being present or removed. The filler is also pristine. No tool marks of any kind.

I know that some collector/seller/traders might add and swap parts to make an RS out of an R, but they would do that in the hopes of increased sale price, no? Yet this gun had a start bid of just $399. That tells me that the seller was not trying to pass it as an RS. Also, if it was sold to him as an RS by a previous owner, he would have paid much more, and so, would have had to resell for much more.

I'd be very curious as to your thoughts and the rest of the knowledgeable members on the forum.
I think the Lyman front sight seals the deal. To me it would also follow that a Lyman blank would be used.

I think you have an honest gun that no one bothered to ID previously. Enjoy it!
I'd say it's quite likely a 99RS. They do exist, they catalogued them for the entire 50's. Yours has all the signs of one. Be nice to get some good pictures of it when you get the time, the more we document and compare the more we learn.

And very interesting to find out they case colored the tang screws on yours without the rotor being case colored. Wasn't sure if they were only doing that at that same time or not. Another data point is always good.
Gents, I have a very nice 99R (1939 I think) manufacture. IT is drilled and tapped for a scope and it also came with an old Leupold 4x that eventually failed. Sent it back to Leupold and they just sent me a brand new FXII 4X. Guess I;ll have to live with it, but my question is this: The rifle is very accurate and I plan to take it hunting, but it does not have sling studs. Would it be blasphemy to have them installed and if not, are there "period correct" studs out there? jorge
Blasphemy!! grin

I'd look for a stud-less sling. I have one made for muzzleloaders I keep around. Those prewar 99R's are great guns.
Originally Posted by Calhoun
Blasphemy!! grin

I'd look for a stud-less sling. I have one made for muzzleloaders I keep around. Those prewar 99R's are great guns.


Noted, I shall NOT blaspheme! smile
Some options here. I think he's a campfire member also, or used to be.

http://levergunleather.com/p_rifle_slings.htm
TY for the link
A few weeks ago I picked up a 1929 99G take down in 250-3000. It has a Stith scope mount and Weaver K4 scope. It has the lever lock and brass round counter. The shop it was sold to knows the guy it came from thinks it was a one family gun originally bought by his father or grandfather. He is going to reach out to try and get me all the history he can on it.
Post photos if possible. Sounds like a nice rifle.
Originally Posted by wyo1895
Post photos if possible. Sounds like a nice rifle.


I'm trying. Having a hard time with photos here.
There is an Images forum down at the bottom of the forums. You can upload full sized pictures there and then give us a link to them. Easiest way to do it.
IDK if this is the correct way but here it is.....

https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/galleries/13428794/99g
Yep, that work. Here it is inline.

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I like it! I'm not a fan of scoped rifles, but that just looks "right".

With that scope on there, do you suppose it's ever been taken down?

That tree needs a doctor...

Doug
I took it apart as far as I could and cleaned it last weekend. The original owner kept her clean. Other than dust she was very clean. Under the forearm it is stamped OPEN and has an arrow for direction but damned if I could get it to move. I was expecting copper fouling but the bore looks pristine. The fine crosshair scope is very clear for it's age. The scope and mount were made in the 30's or 40's best I can figure. I bought Remington brass and Speer 87 gr Hot Core bullets to stay true to the 250-3000's original design. Plus this rifle is a 1:14 twist which can be iffy with 100 gr ammo. From what I've read the Hot Core's work well on deer. There is also a varmint 87 gr version that is not good for deer.
Unless you took the scope off it won't come apart. The scope is holding the barrel to the receiver. Even with the scope off it may not come apart. Don't try to force it.
Nice looking rifle. I'm lucky my 250 R shoots the 100 gr Rems well. I have 5 250's now, so I bought 3 boxes of the 87's thinking I'll make one of them a designated 87 rifle, some day? Welcome to the club.
That is a very nice rifle.

I would have bought that one...
Originally Posted by wyo1895
Unless you took the scope off it won't come apart. The scope is holding the barrel to the receiver. Even with the scope off it may not come apart. Don't try to force it.


I did take the scope off so I could clean everything good. The barrel wouldn't budge so I just left it. It likely hasn't been apart in it's 90 years....

Originally Posted by 99guy
That is a very nice rifle.

I would have bought that one...


Thanks, I think I got a great deal at $600 OTD including a box of ammo.
You also have to have the action open to remove the barrel. If the bolt isn't open it locks the barrel in place.
Originally Posted by Skidrow
You also have to have the action open to remove the barrel. If the bolt isn't open it locks the barrel in place.


Yes the action was open, but no joy frown
You are wise to not try to muscle it loose. With the scope it won't easily take down and the barrel threads don't get over worked.
You stole it!
My friend just informed me that a person he knows just got his dad's firearms from his will. In the collection was a 1903-04 mod 99, straight stock,cressint(sp) butt plate, 28 to 30 inch octagon barrel in 30-30.
frame has lost most of it's finish,barrel still has bluing on it. The stock has some dings in it..My friend says that the bore looks good??. They claim that it cycles good. I have only seen pictures of the gun.
I have a TC contender with a 14 in 44 mag., a 14 in 225, and a 14 in 22lr. this guy wants to trade me straight across. I don't know how to do pictures. The gun looks well used.

Any info on this gun or it's value would be very helpful in doing this trade. It has not been tapped for scope, can't tell if it is tapped for receiver or tang sights.

Bill
they still make TC's
If the barrel is that long it's a special order. 26" is standard.
From the pictures I have seen, I was guessing the length of the barrel. the receiver seems to have no finish on it , is that called "gray rat"?
Pretty much. A gray rat has lost most of its blue and finish. May have been drilled for scope. In that condition it’s not rare, or real collectible. An octagonal barrel makes it an 1899B. You should be able to get a pretty nice one for about $1000. Every step up in condition is a leap up in price. B’s are cool, I guess it depends on how much you value the contender. I used to think a gray rat filled a hole in my collection, till I wound up with a safe full of them. Now I’d rather a couple with condition than a bunch of grays.
If this savage had bluing on the receiver, it was removed by someone, the barrel has decent bluing right up to the receiver. Could this receiver have been case hardened and just faded?

It looks like the lever and butt plate were case hardened , you can still see some of it. I wish I had it in my hands and was able to post a pic.
My 1895 with a case hardened receiver has faded to a light gray but you can see some mottling especially in the protected areas. 28" and 30" barrels were an option. These are very rare as is a case hardened receiver. If it has a barrel longer than 26" and/or the receiver was case hardened it would add greatly to the value. Either of these is highly unlikely but they are out there. We need photos.
Originally Posted by cockeyed_bill
If this savage had bluing on the receiver, it was removed by someone,


Don't be quite so sure of that. The barrels on the old 1899s retain the bluing far, far better than the receiver. If it was well used then it is likely from honest wear.
I will try to post pic's

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Looks heavier than normal wondering what it measures at the muzzle accrost the flats? Also please post a picture of the barrel address stamp.
ctw I do not have the gun in hand. I only have a pic of the cal stamp on the barrel. that long pic probably distorted the size of the barrel.
I know what you mean about the angle making the barrel look longer. But the proportion from the front of the forearm to the end of barrel looks wrong. It looks like too much barrel in front. I think the receiver wear looks like it may be original. If he can throw a tape on it for you and it's over 26". I would reconsider what you value a Contender at. An 1899B in 30-30, with an optional longer barrel? I might throw the Contender at him. Then again, I traded my Contender with 4 barrels and a T/C 4X Lobo scope for a Dodge factory Super Stock engine.
A question for the experts pertaining to how many ever in existence.
Savage offered gold plating of their model 99 rifles. According to D. P. Murray's book "the ninety-nine", it was a $22 special order.
How many Savage 99s were ever gold plated?
Are their any existing records that would indicate the number of any of the few plated firearms?
I have found mention of less than 12 model 1907 automatic pistols being gold plated, but no mention of any model 99s being done.
Wow, I thought I had read Murray's book cover to cover and somehow missed that. I would think the only way there could be an estimation done, would be to start at the beginning of the ledgers and read every one. Some guys keep records of special features when they are found, but I don't know or any way to search them out.
Page 5-21 towards the end of the book - Sundry Items for Rifles - There is a good list of various items and extra work available with pricing.
The reason I am reaching out on this subject is I have about run out of research information in an attempt to find a, or I guess I should say another gold plated model 99. The one I am researching has a Savage factory letter calling it "a special and unique model 99 K " shipped April of 1928. Receiver dates to (probably) mid to late 1927. Rifle is entirely gold plated save the barrel and seems to have a little bit of extra engraving.
At this point I am thinking it is the only one known.
Hoping someone here at the campfire has seen or heard of another or can comment on rarity.
New guy joining in. smile

I just got a 99 gifted to me by my Step-Dad day before yesterday.
Joining to find out info on it because it seems from my research I have really got something here.
To put it gently his mind is failing and I can not take anything he says as gospel anymore. He had told me it was a Winchester lever action 30-30.
1 minute in my hands and I discovered it is a Model 99 chambered in .300 Savage.
Serial number reads 4074XX. I found two savage data bases say that makes it a 1941!
http://www.savage99.com/savage99_dates.htm
http://www.savageshooters.com/showthread.php?55730-General-Model-99-Date-of-Manufacture-Info
The Lever Boss Code is not a letter, it is a number "3"
stamping reads Utica N.Y.
It is hand checkered.
It is beautiful case hardened colors on the lever
It has a brass Mag counter
If this gun is actually 78 years old , it is in amazing condition.
The blueing is flawless aside from one small, fine scratch on the receiver opposite of the counter. No visible wear at all.
The action is not jeweled like some I have seen.
It does have a Redfield tang mounted dioptler peep rear sight.
The leather sling is the old WWII style you would see on an M1

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Welcome HD, the lever boss code dating system didn't start until 1949, 49=A, 50=B, etc. No O or Q, they look too much alike. The number on your boss is an inspectors stamp. With the rounded fore arm, with the line cut around the tip, makes it a pre war model R. Others will be along with more specifics.
Still half asleep and only half a cup of coffee in me. With the Redfield and sling it may be an RS. If it's the original sling that's cool. You might want to start another thread on this one to get more exposure. Sometimes I just glaze over this thread thinking of it being a numbers gathering thread. If all of the finish is original you may have something special, it deserves it's own thread.
I'm starting to wake up, it looks like it has the pre war sling swivels that are quite hard to come by. Now I want to see what the guys with knowledge have to say.
Outstanding Joe... Thanks!

EDIT: here it is...
MY THREAD
"Sleeping Beauty" is on the right track... smile

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Yep, that is it... so an early 99-R
Thanks!
I put an edit above to link to my own thread on it.
If that rear sight is factory original it is an RS. Are there any marks on the barrel that indicate a rear sight might have been installed?
There is an empty unmarred dovetail at the rear of the barrel.
Just passed up a reasonably priced Savage 1899H in .22HP. Looked like the buttpad might've been redone in plastic, the sights had been removed, and Savage or Redfield Scope mount and rings were installed. Otherwise looked pretty good for its 100+ year age. Just couldn't afford the travel expense to go get it, which is curious considering I could hypothetically justify the expense of locating or recreating ammo.

Anyone want to knock me over the head for not buying it?
They did come with plastic buttplates but it sounds like it was drilled and taped for scope mounts which kills the collector value.
I'm pretty sure this plastic buttplate isn't original, but you'd know better than me. My first call was to my dad to reference your book. wink

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I have only one, a 1920 vintage 1899A Takedown Short rifle chambered for 303 Savage.
it is unaltered, with a mint bore and chamber. Exterior is excellent as well. An 85-90% rifle overall.
It shoots well with 190 grain Silvertips, of which I am lucky to have a decent supply, but it places 150 grains like the ones from Graf invariably high, even with the sights on their lowest position.
Not a problem as I plan to acquire some 190 grain Originals from Barnes, or possibly Hawks 190 grain flatpoints and handload them to match original factory iterations. I'll just shoot up the Graf ammo for fun, and reload with better and heavier projectiles.
Also have some 165 grain Hornady Lever evolution bullets that I may give a whirl. Just have to shorten a few cases most likely to get the OAL down to a functional length.
Anyone here had any luck with these?
I really don't need them, as I find the 190 grain bullets work superbly on any game I am likely to see in my area, but since I have them, I am considering it.
Here is an original old survivor I found recently. It is a Model 1899 Saddle Ring Carbine with 1/2 octagon barrel in 303 Sav 54xxx serial#. It came in a friend of mines shop from an old collector. I am WAY understudied when it comes to classic Savages. I know enough though to recognize an oddity when I see it. All number match, so I sent off for a letter today. I would love to see a pic of a similarly configured rifle; if one exists.

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Welcome to the campfire! I hope that letter comes back confirming that gun, it's a unicorn.

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Originally Posted by Calhoun
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The rear dovetail is cut as if it were a standard/26" barrel.
SRC round barrels I have are cut much farther back.
Front of the forearm is either broke or adjusted as well.

Q: Could you post a clear pic of the barrel address?
Is the s.n. stamped on the underside of the barrel? If so, post a pic.

It just seems that if the factory pulled a half-oct barrel from inventory, cut to length that the rear dovetail would have been cut similar to other SRC's.
If I was to guess from afar I'd say it was a cut half-oct barrel added.
Get the letter and prove this theory wrong. smile
Originally Posted by Loggah
Great pictures and history lesson ! They did make a half oct barrel saddle ring carbine. smile


Keith found this and put it on FB. It was posted 10/22/18 by Loggah. Not sure what he really meant by it?

https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbt...ingfield-bass-pro-pic-heavy#Post13222765
Here is another pic of the other side of the forearm. It is not broken, the left side is. I did not see a serial # on the barrel. I'll check again, I could have missed it... Also here is a closer image of the barrel legend. I can take better pics later when I get home.

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I have one that letters as a 22" barrel half octagon saddle ring carbine in 38-55, without looking at it its in the 50,000 range.! Heres a picture of it at the first savagefest.

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Awesome, thanks! That is cool. What a great caliber! Did the letter have any information as to where it shipped, etc....? Yours has the Marbles but it is easy to see that the sight placement on the barrel is different than the standard SRC. Thanks again.
DGF's table if memory serves. I should have bought every rifle on it!
I ended up with three of them !!
Savage 1899 B first year. I have posted in Lever Action forum. Trying to find out what two tapped holes on left side of receiver are for (3/4 inch apart) Would like to find scope mount for these two holes.

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I am new here. This seems to be a good place to start. I have a savage 99 manufactured in 1901. It is stamped sav 30 on the barrel. Anyone know where I can get ammo. This seems to be a bit of a mistery round. From what I have read, the barrel is standard 30 cal and Savage manufactured ammo measuring .311. Does any of this make sense? Does anyone know how common this configuration of savage99 is?
Thanks
scottemc, I'm not positive, but I think sav 30 is a 30-30 win. Start a new topic and ask about it , some one will know.
Welcome to the fire.

Lee
Oops.. I missed his.

Yes, the SAV 30 is an early name for 30-30. Winchester was using the name "30 WCF" when Savage first started selling them, but neither Savage nor Marlin wanted WCF stamped on their gun (It stands for Winchester Center Fire). So both companies used other names for a few months. They quickly both started using 30-30, so there are very few Savage 1899's stamped SAV 30 around. What's the first 3 of your serial number, if you don't mind? We like to track this kind of data.

And welcome to the fire, scottemc!
I've got one marked such. Iirc it is a 1899C.
I have recently purchased a 99/1899 in .303. S/N is 21,8xx. There is no "Model xx" marking on the barrel, but s/n puts it in late 1901-early 1902 production. It is half octagon barrel, straight grip. Unfortunatly it has had the butt replaced with a commercial replacement stock with flat "cheeks" and a flat butt. Forearm is original by s/n, also marked "WEM" in the channel. Barrel is marked SAV303 on both top and bottom flats. (need to have it slugged to see if it is .308 or .311 bore)..Most interesting is a 'reimporter' stamp on bottom of the barrel, just ahead of the fore arm "DFAC Amherst NJ". I have ordered a letter from the museum, may tell me more about its history. Has lots of usage wear, but not abuse, the price was OK, and included 2 boxes of modern ammo. I had a take-down in the 70's, but sold it when I was shipped overseas (fool).
Welcome to the campfire, BillAF84! Your rifle is a model 1899C (1899C has the half-octagon barrel, 1899A has round, 1899B has octagon), and was probably made in early 1901. We have better serial number date ranges than most other sites.

The WEM is interesting, possibly an owner's initials. The borew should be .308", but feel free to confirm by slugging it. As far as we've been able to find, all 303 Savage barrels were .308" from the beginning - but some early ammunition makers used .311" bullets. Probably in an attempt to get higher pressures and higher velocity.

We'll be interested in hearing the dates, that might help us firm up the end of 1900/beginning of 1901.
Thanks for the quick comeback. I did order your book, I am historicly curious about my guns. Barrel is 20 1/4" to the receiver ring, and there is an extra dovetail cut just past the SAV303 stamp at the receiver. I have seen picture of a scope mount that was located at about there. No markings on the receiver itself. other than the s/n just ahead of the lever boss. The 'WEM' on the fore end is on the mating stub at the receiver end as well as in the channel. The stamping on the receiver end is about centered, with s/n 2 digits above and 3 digits below it. Maybe assembler's initials? Rear sight is marked "Savage Arms Corp Utica NY pat pending", front is Lyman, has lost its bead, If ivory, it may have gotten broken. The pin for the bead is still there.
If I can figure out how to post pix, I will. Old fart's not totally computer savvy.
Appreciate the book purchase, thanks!

The standard barrel length on half octagon rifles was 26”, but they could be ordered longer or shorter. The factory letter should specify what barrel length was recorded in the ledger.

The WEM definitely sounds unusual. There’s an image forum almost at the bottom of the forum list where you can upload full sized pictures by making a new post. Extra dovetail is also interesting. You have an interesting gun!
About the "DFAC Amherst NJ" import stamp on my mod1899c, browsing through the picture pages under Savage 1899 search, I found a 1899 Military sporterised that was described as having been from Canadian provincial forces, I think it was Ontario. Had the same stamp on it. Maybe the museum letter will say if mine was exported..
Were any of the short rifle/saddle rifle/carbine models turned out with "flat cheeks" vs the horizontal shield behind the receiver? That is how the replacement stock on mine is, I saw one picture that looked to be the same, but don't know if it had an original stock. In case I need it, does anyone know where I can get a rifle ( Crescent ) or carbine butt plate. Haven't seen either type on e-bay , lots of shotgun style, steel or plastic.
I looked for a carbine butt stock for a very long time and never saw one for sale. I ended up making two before I found you can get semi finished ones:

http://www.gunstocksinc.com/web_pages/Plate-pics/Stevens-stocks/Rifle-stocks.htm

The butt plates are next to impossible to find, but a re-popped one for a Winchester 1894 SRC is very close to identical.

I have a rifle ( crescent ) butt stock with a small repaired tang crack and butt plate I might sell if you're interested.
BillAF84, at that low of a serial number all the 1899's had the side panels with pointed ends. The 1920's 99H and 1960's 99E models didn't have the side panels, but all others did.

Originally the stock would have looked like this:

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Hello Savage Group! Great to be here!! I have a question, I picked up another 99 chambered in 300. Serial# 5781## with lever code 23B so it was built in 1950. I believe its a Model EG however, when I stripped her down for a good cleaning , the metal butt plate, forearm and stock all have the serial number stamped on it with a FW stamped also on each part. Is it possible it's a Feather weight?? It is Not a take down model. Thanks in Advance! Colin

Originally Posted by COLIN_JEFFERY
Hello Savage Group! Great to be here!! I have a question, I picked up another 99 chambered in 300. Serial# 5781## with lever code 23B so it was built in 1950. I believe its a Model EG however, when I stripped her down for a good cleaning , the metal butt plate, forearm and stock all have the serial number stamped on it with a FW stamped also on each part. Is it possible it's a Feather weight?? It is Not a take down model. Thanks in Advance! Colin


Welcome Colin
If your gun has any of the following it is not a 1950’s 99F
- Schnabel forend
- 24 in. barrel
- Savage Model 99 located on top of the receiver ring
The SN is much too early for the late model F.

The FW is just part of the code system they used to group parts after they stopped using the SN.
Hello again from Arkansas...I found an original rifle butt stock with its matching number crescent butt plate, 0nly about 20,000 newer than my rifle. It has had a hard life, wood screws and glue to a large crack in the usual spot, and a small bit of wood missing, serviceable and not out of keeping with the overall look of the old girl. Got a Marble S1 folder tang sight, sent it to Mike in MI to repair. Got a Marbles windage adjustable folding rear sight to replace the Savage fixed one, now have to figure out what height front sight to put on, will also be Marbles to keep a 'set' of pieces. I think an ivory bead, but how tall?
Before I got the rifle butt, I had the existing butt off, found that it was a short bolt stock, with a long stock bolt. Mostly friction holding things together! Ordered a short bolt, and found that the new stock bolt was .004" fatter in the thread. Right pitch, but no go. I made a spacer to use the long bolt in the short hole stock - cut down a AA Maglite barrel, fits fine, now that I don't need it. The original bolt is right for the rifle butt. Not sure what I will do with the commercial butt. Now if weather and things cooperate, I need to get out to the range and make bangs.
Just saw your offer - thanks, but i found one on EBAY, complete, rough, but in keeping condition to my rifle. Now I have a flat cheek commercial replacement stock to do something with. It is drilled for a short stock bolt, and I have a bolt to go with it, if anyone needs.
I have 2 99’s. A 99EG and a 99E Series A, both 300 savage cal. They are in Canada. They are hunting guns.
Welcome to the campfire!
I have two as well,
A 1950 vintage model 99 in .300 Savage with schnable forend,
and a 1915 vintage model 1899 takedown in .250-3000, also has a schnable which I love...both of these have curved levers and buttstocks....the 1899 has an F model Weaver on it and is missing it's peep sight assy although there is a cutout for it...the standard rear sight is in place on the rear of bbl...cheers!
Added another, 1899H in 30/30
Got another survivor - 1899A, 25" to the receiver ring, rifle butt, straight grip, 30-30. S/N 197xx. Lots of wear, and someone 'bubba'd' the butt. Took off the crescent and trimmed the horns. I'm going to try to repair it (got a crescent plate) as it has a fairly decent aftermarket checkering, with forearm to match.
Have not fired it yet, the cocking indicator doesn't come up. Need to get inside and see why. Question - how does the firing pin attach to the hammer rod? Drawing that I found looks like threaded rather than pinned, and all I find for sale are pinned. also looks like it has a relief to interface with the cocking indicator ? I have not seen any firing pin assy parts for the early model bolt. I got a bolt that is stripped of everything but the cocking indicator, so I have e spare bit if needed.
It does cock and release the firing pin (click), but I want to see what is not working as designed before I shoot it. I am looking to find a 'smith in this area who is familiar with the 1899, but Savages are not very common here in NW Arkansas.
Thanks for any information.
Just now read this thread . Not a collector but for years have always owned and hunted with a 99 of some version. Art Savage was a genius. His savages are way ahead of the times. My favorite model is the F, have it in 250 savage and 300 sav. Scoped the 250 put a period correct aperture sight on the 300, took it to Victoria’s Island Canada and took muskox, handloader 165 gr rem corelocks. Have a 99h take down in 22hp, always wanted to find a high power in solid frame, curious to know if the solid frame shoots any better than a tight take down. The high power is a real challenge to hand load for. Hornady .228 70 grainers do not shoot well in mine. Other stubby 70 grains do alright. Found for plinking the old Sierra 63 gr.semi-spiizer .224 shoot pretty well, however they are near impossible to find amymore. Anyone out there have both solid frame and take down in the high power in decent enough shape to make a fair comparison as to accuracy?
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