Best info source on Savage 99?

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I am really interested in a Savage 99 but I know I don't know enough about them to make an informed decision, especially here online. Can anyone recommend a good book on the subject or a (hopefully free) website detailing the model designations and what to look for?

I am not a collector, I just want to own one and take it deer hunting :D
 
I have looked at that site previously and it is a good reference but I want an overview of the rifle suitable for a total tyro.
 
If you just want a good overview, any rag will do. It's almost easier to discuss a particular version than the entire line.
 
If you are not a collector, then there should be sufficient information online and in the forums here on CGN. But if you'd like a book, I highly recommend "The Ninety-Nine: A History of the Savage Model 99 Rifle" by Douglas Murray. It's a great book with everything you need to know about the 99, including lots of information you won't find online.
 
They are both members of CGN. Take a look at 24hr Campfire - they have a whole forum dedicated to collecting Savages.
 
I'm around.

Murrays book is a good start but remember it's not the bible of 99's, I've found a few mistakes in that book. If all your after is model designations then ya, it's the thing to get.
 
99trix
hmmm, you look familiar :D I knew there would be some knowledgeable folks out there. Mind if I send you a question now and again?
 
X2 for Maddog and 99trix. I have read a great many responses from them in various forum chats. Love my 99s and shoot them regular. My very fave is a newish 99c (DM) in 308. Nice carry and lots of thump. She loves 150gr Accubonds.
 
lilsurfer said:
If you are not a collector, then there should be sufficient information online and in the forums here on CGN. But if you'd like a book, I highly recommend "The Ninety-Nine: A History of the Savage Model 99 Rifle" by Douglas Murray. It's a great book with everything you need to know about the 99, including lots of information you won't find online.
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Listen to this man, if you don't have this book ,your at a disadvantage when looking for differrent model, the book by Murray is a must!:cheers:Dale Z!
 
Is there a Canadian source for this book? The Savage 99 website links you to Amazon for this book, but the sellers listed won't ship here, for some reason.:confused:
 
Odd. My wife and I get books out of the US all the time. Guess they are making so much money they can ignore 10% of their market. Try Ebay. Also Wholesale sells books as do a lot of other gun sellers. Might like to get a copy myself as I still own a 99C 308 that I am fond of.
 
I just went to the Savage 99 website which leads to Amazon. Indicates 2 sellers with info on how long it takes to ship International. I can order one right now and have it sent to me. ??
 
Yes I did that too but when you get to completing your order, you get a message saying "seller can't ship to your location". Try and see if you get the same. And hey, if you buy the book by accident, I'll buy it off you :rolleyes:
.....for less of course, it will be a used book :D
 
Seems strange they would list International rates and then not allow them. I will look into this a little further and may just go ahead and buy the book. Used yes but Imported too so doesnt that double the value?? :)
 
Bogie,
I did check out wholesale sports like you suggested. No Savage 99 book but I was impressed with what they had in stock. So my search continues for Murray's tome. Let me know when you're done with yours, I've got a $5.00 bill burning a hole in my pocket :D
 
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