Step back into a golden era of American rifle design with the Savage Model 99 .300 Savage (1953), available now at Quick Draw Gun of SW Missouri. Revered among collectors and hunters alike, the Model 99 represents a turning point in lever-action history — combining mechanical ingenuity, durability, and unmatched elegance.
Manufactured in 1953, this vintage Savage Model 99 is chambered in the original .300 Savage, a cartridge once hailed for its balance of power, accuracy, and manageable recoil. Designed ahead of its time, the rifle features a rotary magazine with a cartridge counter, allowing the use of pointed (spitzer) bullets — a major innovation over traditional tube-fed lever guns.
The smooth lever action and robust steel construction deliver consistent performance, whether displayed as part of a collection or taken into the field. With its classic walnut stock, checkering, and steel buttplate, this 1953 Model 99 showcases the craftsmanship that made Savage Arms a household name among sportsmen.
Each pre-owned Savage Model 99 is carefully inspected for authenticity, mechanical integrity, and bore condition by Quick Draw Gun of SW Missouri, ensuring you receive a functional and historically significant firearm worthy of pride and preservation.
Whether you’re a serious collector or an enthusiast of classic American rifles, this 1953 Savage Model 99 in .300 Savage captures the legacy of a bygone age — elegant, innovative, and built to last.
Key Features & Benefits
- Year of Manufacture: 1953 — authentic vintage firearm from a golden age of American rifle design
- Caliber: .300 Savage — accurate, efficient, and historically significant cartridge
- Action: Smooth lever-action operation with rotary internal magazine
- Magazine Design: Rotary magazine with visible round counter
- Construction: Blued steel finish with rich walnut furniture
- Condition: Used / vintage — inspected for mechanical function and integrity
- Collectible Appeal: Highly sought-after model among lever-action enthusiasts and Savage collectors
FAQ
Q: What makes the 1953 Savage Model 99 unique?
A: The 1953 production Model 99 features the innovative rotary magazine and cartridge counter, allowing use of pointed bullets and enhancing performance over traditional lever rifles.
Q: Is this rifle suitable for hunting or display?
A: Yes, the Savage Model 99 .300 Savage is both a functional hunting rifle and a collectible piece of American firearm history.
Q: What condition is this rifle in?
A: This 1953 Model 99 is used but has been carefully inspected for mechanical reliability and authenticity by Quick Draw Gun of SW Missouri.
- FFL:
- Yes
