I have a favorite gun store in Sacramento. I stop in there about once a month to see what is on their used rack.
Today I ended up buying 4 used rifles. They were having an inventory reduction sale to clear out guns that have been there too long.
I am not the kind of guy that lucks into deals. It just doesn't happen for me. But I got a Marlin 60 in excellent condition for $70, a Marlin "Mountie" that looks unfired for $400, a Mossberg 715T for $70.
And because I love lever actions I bought one that has always interested me.
It is a Savage model 1899 in 300 Savage. It has a replacement rear stock and forward stock. Both stocks are fitted but raw and need to be stained and oiled and a butt plate or recoil pad installed. The serial number shows it was built in 1925. The bore is excellent and the action is smooth.
The best part? I got it for $200. No joke, no BS. The guy that I always deal with in there says Savage lever actions stay on the shelf forever. Winchesters and the new Marlins are what his customers want. I have never owned or even fired a model 99 so I will have a lot to learn.
Needless to say I have been smiling all day.
I have already ordered dies. I am now looking for brass.
I will post some photos in 10 days when I bring it home.
I had to share this with folks who could appreciate it. Thanks for listening.
Steve in N CA