Savage Arms 99 300 Sav

Updated September 9, 2026

Lot number	1995
Auction	Collector Firearms Auction Winchester, Savage, Ruger & MORE
Date	September 27, 2026 at 7:02 PM CDT
Auction house	DefComp
Location	Scottsbluff, Nebraska

Savage Model 99 Lever-Action Rifle — .300 Savage Caliber A classic American lever gun from Savage Arms Corporation, Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts, U.S.A. Up for auction is a vintage Savage Model 99 lever-action rifle chambered in the storied .300 Savage cartridge — one of the most iconic hammerless lever guns in American firearms history. Introduced in 1899, the Savage 99 was renowned for its innovative rotary magazine and clean, hammerless profile, and remains a favorite among vintage rifle collectors and hunters alike. Key Features: Manufacturer: Savage Arms Corporation, Chicopee Falls, Mass., U.S.A. (barrel address roll-marked and clearly legible) Caliber: .300 Savage (barrel-marked) Action: Hammerless lever-action with side-mounted cartridge counter window on the receiver Stock: Checkered walnut pistol-grip buttstock with black rubber recoil pad Forend: Checkered walnut schnabel-style forearm Sights: Hooded blade front sight and fully adjustable folding rear sight; drilled and tapped for scope mounting (bases appear installed) Finish: Blued steel receiver and barrel with traditional case-hardened-style lever/trigger guard finish, showing honest wear consistent with age and use This rifle displays the classic lines that made the Savage 99 a favorite of American hunters for nearly a century of continuous production. The .300 Savage cartridge was itself a groundbreaking round when introduced, delivering near-.30-06 performance in a shorter action — a testament to Savage's engineering pedigree. Collector Notes: Savage Model 99 rifles are highly sought after by lever-action collectors, Savage Arms historians, and vintage hunting rifle enthusiasts. The .300 Savage chambering in particular is a favorite among collectors of classic American sporting cartridges.

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