Savage Arms 99 250-3000

Updated September 9, 2026

Savage Model 1899 Takedown Lever-Action Rifle in .250-3000 Savage A classic American sporting rifle chambered in one of the most historically significant cartridges ever developed. Offered here is a Savage Model 1899 (Model 99) takedown lever-action rifle, manufactured by the Savage Arms Corporation, Utica, N.Y. and clearly roll-marked "SAVAGE — SAVAGE ARMS CORPORATION, UTICA, N.Y., MADE IN U.S.A." on the barrel. The barrel is stamped ".250-3000 SAVAGE", confirming this rifle was built for Charles Newton's groundbreaking 1915 cartridge design — created to be used in the Savage Model 99 hammerless lever-action rifle, and the first American commercial round to achieve 3,000 ft/s velocity. This chambering helped cement the Model 99's reputation as one of the most innovative sporting rifles of the early 20th century, prized by collectors and hunters alike for over a century. Serial number is clearly stamped on the barrel/receiver. Notable Features Takedown action — barrel separates from the receiver for compact storage and transport, a hallmark of higher-grade Model 99 rifles Classic Savage rotary hammerless lever-action design with visible loading port atop the receiver Checkered walnut stock and forend with diamond-pattern point checkering Straight-grip buttstock fitted with a hard rubber/composite buttplate with white spacer line Blued steel barrel and receiver, retaining strong finish with honest handling wear consistent with age and use Open sporting sights — semi-buckhorn rear sight and bead/blade front sight, both original Case-colored/color-hardened style lever and trigger guard components with smooth operation Deep, rich patina to the wood consistent with a well-used sporting arm of this era Condition This rifle shows honest wear commensurate with age — visible handling marks, minor dings and a few small scratches to the stock, and typical thinning/wear to the bluing on high-contact areas such as the lever and receiver edges. Why Collectors Want This Rifle Charles Newton is credited with the design of the .250-3000 Savage, shortening the .30-06 Springfield case to fit the rotary magazine of the Model 99, ultimately using a light-for-caliber bullet to achieve a new velocity standard — a genuine milestone in American cartridge development. The Model 1899/99 featured an internal hammer and advanced features like a cocking indicator and a cartridge counter, making it a far more sophisticated design than competing lever actions of its day. Early takedown examples chambered in the original .250-3000 loading remain highly sought after by lever-action collectors, Savage 99 enthusiasts, and cartridge historians.

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