which model's of 99's are the best

badfisherman · 03-15-2008, 07:59 AM

for hunting and which for collecting?

99trix · 03-15-2008, 09:31 AM

All of them! That is the beauty of the savage 99. If a gun has extensive wear or modifications it can make a great hunter. Depending on your need and preference some like the heavier R's, some like the lighter F's, some like the classic EG and some like the old timers. There is one for everyone! Collectors come down to condition and rarity. Then you are only separated by your budget. You can find a nice really good shape 50's 99 that won't run you more than a normal hunting rifle that I would consider collectable, but then the same rifle in a rarer caliber will get a premium! Like I said that is the beauty of the 99 and why I collect them. There is a gun for everyone, you can never have one of every one!

badfisherman · 03-22-2008, 03:06 PM

turner · 03-22-2008, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by badfisherman

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Not an expert here, for sure, but I've owned a few and enjoyed them. if you are wanting a shooter/hunter then peruse the online gun sales sites and look for a 99E. The newer iteration of this rifle in .300 Savage is a good way to get a 99 without breaking the bank. There are a BUNCH of variations of the 99 but the "E" model was an attempt at an economy model, but still has the features that most 99 lovers...LOVE; that is the lever safety and the rotary magazine. The newer model "C" with tang safety and removeable magazine is not well received by most 99 aficianados. The other calibers, such as 250/3000, .308, .243, .284 and of course .358 or .375 bring a huge premium in price. The older .303 is a tad anemic compared to the great .300 Savage and would likely bring a premium as a collector as well. I'd also suggest you stay in the 22" or 20" area as 24" barrel kind of takes away from the lever's idea of compactness and portability...to me , anyway. I had scopes on both mine and liked them that way...they are, of course easy to scope. A great rifle and one I enjoy an afternoon in the woods with as a classic version of good old American deer hunting, with a rifle that's still modern as a 100+yr old design.

texnmidwest · 03-22-2008, 06:36 PM

+1 above.

I only have one, a 99r. But even with the 24" barrel it is a sweet handling rifle with enough power for whitetail, black bear and Elk at reasonable ranges. I am amazed at it's accuracy. It is sleek and as sexy as a rifle can come.

Mad Dog · 03-22-2008, 07:38 PM

I've got one of them all, missing 2 calibers out of the available ones Savage made, the 243 and 7mm-08.

I'm with Texn though, the R's are by far my favorite of all the models. I've got R's in 300 Sav, 308 and 358.

texnmidwest · 03-22-2008, 08:33 PM

My Uncle had a 99E in 243. That is the next one I want to get. I remember one season when I was a kid he killed two deer with one shot with that thing!

badfisherman · 03-23-2008, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by turner

Not an expert here, for sure, but I've owned a few and enjoyed them. if you are wanting a shooter/hunter then peruse the online gun sales sites and look for a 99E. The newer iteration of this rifle in .300 Savage is a good way to get a 99 without breaking the bank. There are a BUNCH of variations of the 99 but the "E" model was an attempt at an economy model, but still has the features that most 99 lovers...LOVE; that is the lever safety and the rotary magazine. The newer model "C" with tang safety and removeable magazine is not well received by most 99 aficianados. The other calibers, such as 250/3000, .308, .243, .284 and of course .358 or .375 bring a huge premium in price. The older .303 is a tad anemic compared to the great .300 Savage and would likely bring a premium as a collector as well. I'd also suggest you stay in the 22" or 20" area as 24" barrel kind of takes away from the lever's idea of compactness and portability...to me , anyway. I had scopes on both mine and liked them that way...they are, of course easy to scope. A great rifle and one I enjoy an afternoon in the woods with as a classic version of good old American deer hunting, with a rifle that's still modern as a 100+yr old design.

this is what I was looking for. Thanks. What makes the 99r so valuable?

Mad Dog · 03-24-2008, 02:19 PM

Nothing really of extra value to it, I just like a heavier rifle for stand hunting. If I did alot of walking or pushing the bush I'd be carrying a 99F most likely.

Cptn · 04-15-2008, 03:55 PM

I recently purchased my 2nd 99 in .308. I am now the proud owner of a 99C and a 99E. I told the wife I "needed" a spare in case I broke my scope while in the field but had to confess to her yesterday it's the begining of a collection.......LOL. She rolled her eyes at me and told me I could have said as much at the outset (she's awesome).

I haven't shot the 99E yet but will be out as soon as the range is dry. While I wasn't kidding about a spare rifle. I think I like the idea of a removable magazine better than the builtin rotary....although I love that one too.....a removable mag is faster for load/unload/reload and I guess safer too. It's a preference thing.

As far as I'm concerned, they're all collectable.

Oh, Mad Dog, I saw a 7mm-08 for auction on GunBroker.com if you're interested in buying something from the US......

Mad Dog · 04-15-2008, 09:06 PM

To much of a hassle buying from the U.S. since the 911 laws went through.

coop330 · 04-19-2008, 04:03 PM

I'm getting very anxious to use my recently acquired Savage Model 99 308 cal rifle. I feel I was very lucky to be able to get this beautiful rifle from of friend of mine, whom I've known since the days of my youth. We went to school together and he was also a very good outdoorsman.

turner · 04-19-2008, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by coop330

I'm getting very anxious to use my recently acquired Savage Model 99 308 cal rifle. I feel I was very lucky to be able to get this beautiful rifle from of friend of mine, whom I've known since the days of my youth. We went to school together and he was also a very good outdoorsman.

Well, if you're interested in making a quick $25. profit, just let me know! Just kidding of course....the only thing better than getting hold of a mint model 99 is getting one with a known history! Best of luck and please do give us jealous folks the honor of a range report once she's been shot.

coop330 · 04-29-2008, 10:44 PM

No, I'm certainly not interested in getting rid of it as it has been many years that I have not had a nice rifle or shotgun. All I had was a .22 cal semi-automatic rifle which I bought new in the early 60's. While I was still working, it seemed that I never had the time to take off and enjoy myself hunting or fishing but now in my closing years it is somewhat different. I make it a point to go and I really enjoy every moment of it. Good luck to you !

Sav .250 · 05-02-2008, 06:46 AM

Not matter which ones you have .....I`ll bet your smiling. I know I am.

That would be an "R" and an "F" both pre-mil.

03-15-2008, 07:59 AM	#1 (permalink)
badfisherman Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 7	which model's of 99's are the best for hunting and which for collecting?

03-22-2008, 06:36 PM	#5 (permalink)
texnmidwest Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South east Wisconsin Posts: 2,387	+1 above. I only have one, a 99r. But even with the 24" barrel it is a sweet handling rifle with enough power for whitetail, black bear and Elk at reasonable ranges. I am amazed at it's accuracy. It is sleek and as sexy as a rifle can come. __________________ "Quando Omni Flunkus Moritati" (If all else fails play dead)

03-22-2008, 08:33 PM	#7 (permalink)
texnmidwest Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South east Wisconsin Posts: 2,387	My Uncle had a 99E in 243. That is the next one I want to get. I remember one season when I was a kid he killed two deer with one shot with that thing! __________________ "Quando Omni Flunkus Moritati" (If all else fails play dead)

04-29-2008, 10:44 PM	#14 (permalink)
coop330 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: MI Posts: 2	Thanks for encouraging words. No, I'm certainly not interested in getting rid of it as it has been many years that I have not had a nice rifle or shotgun. All I had was a .22 cal semi-automatic rifle which I bought new in the early 60's. While I was still working, it seemed that I never had the time to take off and enjoy myself hunting or fishing but now in my closing years it is somewhat different. I make it a point to go and I really enjoy every moment of it. Good luck to you !

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03-15-2008, 09:31 AM	#2 (permalink)
99trix Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 64	All of them! That is the beauty of the savage 99. If a gun has extensive wear or modifications it can make a great hunter. Depending on your need and preference some like the heavier R's, some like the lighter F's, some like the classic EG and some like the old timers. There is one for everyone! Collectors come down to condition and rarity. Then you are only separated by your budget. You can find a nice really good shape 50's 99 that won't run you more than a normal hunting rifle that I would consider collectable, but then the same rifle in a rarer caliber will get a premium! Like I said that is the beauty of the 99 and why I collect them. There is a gun for everyone, you can never have one of every one!

03-22-2008, 03:06 PM	#3 (permalink)
badfisherman Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 7	ttt

03-22-2008, 07:38 PM	#6 (permalink)
Mad Dog Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 106	I've got one of them all, missing 2 calibers out of the available ones Savage made, the 243 and 7mm-08. I'm with Texn though, the R's are by far my favorite of all the models. I've got R's in 300 Sav, 308 and 358.

03-24-2008, 02:19 PM	#9 (permalink)
Mad Dog Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 106	Nothing really of extra value to it, I just like a heavier rifle for stand hunting. If I did alot of walking or pushing the bush I'd be carrying a 99F most likely.

04-15-2008, 03:55 PM	#10 (permalink)
Cptn Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 7	I recently purchased my 2nd 99 in .308. I am now the proud owner of a 99C and a 99E. I told the wife I "needed" a spare in case I broke my scope while in the field but had to confess to her yesterday it's the begining of a collection.......LOL. She rolled her eyes at me and told me I could have said as much at the outset (she's awesome). I haven't shot the 99E yet but will be out as soon as the range is dry. While I wasn't kidding about a spare rifle. I think I like the idea of a removable magazine better than the builtin rotary....although I love that one too.....a removable mag is faster for load/unload/reload and I guess safer too. It's a preference thing. As far as I'm concerned, they're all collectable. Oh, Mad Dog, I saw a 7mm-08 for auction on GunBroker.com if you're interested in buying something from the US......

04-15-2008, 09:06 PM	#11 (permalink)
Mad Dog Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 106	To much of a hassle buying from the U.S. since the 911 laws went through.

04-19-2008, 04:03 PM	#12 (permalink)
coop330 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: MI Posts: 2	I'm getting very anxious to use my recently acquired Savage Model 99 308 cal rifle. I feel I was very lucky to be able to get this beautiful rifle from of friend of mine, whom I've known since the days of my youth. We went to school together and he was also a very good outdoorsman.

05-02-2008, 06:46 AM	#15 (permalink)
Sav .250 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Central Fla. Posts: 174	Not matter which ones you have .....I`ll bet your smiling. I know I am. That would be an "R" and an "F" both pre-mil.