Savage Arms 99 250-3000

Updated September 9, 2026

Savage Model 99 Lever-Action Rifle — .250-3000 Savage Savage Arms Corporation, Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts, U.S.A. Up for auction is a classic Savage Model 99 lever-action rifle, chambered in the historic .250-3000 Savage cartridge — the first commercial round to break the 3,000 fps velocity barrier, developed by Savage and introduced with this very rifle series in the early 20th century. This is a must-see lot for lever-action rifle collectors, Savage Arms enthusiasts, and admirers of classic American sporting firearms. Key Features Manufacturer: Savage Arms Corporation, Chicopee Falls, Mass., U.S.A. (barrel address roll-marked and clearly legible) Model: Savage Model 99 (Model 99 lettering visible on receiver) Caliber: .250-3000 Savage, clearly stamped on the barrel with proof mark Action: Savage's iconic hammerless lever-action with rotary/spool magazine system, side ejection Stock: Checkered walnut buttstock with cheekpiece-style comb and straight-grip profile, checkered walnut forend with diamond-point checkering pattern Metal Finish: Blued barrel and forend cap, case-hardened-toned lever and trigger guard Sights: Blade front sight with brass bead, adjustable folding rear leaf sight with elevation ladder Buttplate: Hard rubber/composite buttplate, era-correct Overall Condition: Retains strong original bluing on the barrel with visible finish wear consistent with age and honest use; walnut stock shows attractive grain and patina with light handling marks Historical Significance The Savage 99 is one of the most celebrated lever-action rifles in American firearms history, prized by collectors for its innovative rotary magazine, hammerless design, and clean profile that set it apart from contemporary Winchester and Marlin lever guns. Chambered here in .250-3000 Savage, this example represents a landmark pairing of rifle and cartridge — a favorite among varmint hunters, deer hunters, and cartridge historians alike.

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