I think that Savage dropped the "24V" model identifier when they changed the configuration from a polished finish with walnut to a matte finish with synthetic and added the 12 gauge option. Not sure what year that was, maybe starting in 1984.
Jeff
Yes, they actually did it JUST before they went to the synthetic configuration. I have one in 30-30 over 12, hardwood furniture, matte finish, screw in choke, and the scroll work on the receiver identical to the 24F scroll work, also has the cross bar safety. I spoke to an old gent at the savage factory about this gun years ago, and he pretty much confirmed what I thought. So this gun just says Savage 24 on the reciever (no V) on the gun anywhere, yet the original box with matching serial nunber is labeled Savage 24V.