Getting your name engraved on a gun

[rci2950]

I recently purchased a Savage 99 as seen in previous thread, This by no means is my first rifle. I took the rifle out and fired it for the second time yesterday. This time off a bench with the iron sights. It grouped well and was just a little low on aim. I really like this rifle and will probably be using it as a main hunting rifle. I was thinking of getting my name engraved on the flat part of the receiver like they did on this model in the old days. The rifle has been refinished by previous owner (very nice job) and it is the Economy model so likely very little collector value in the future. I also have no intention of ever selling it. What is the general opinion on this? I was going to get my first initial and last name. Which is the same first initial and last name as my son. So it will work out for him.

What do you all think?

 

[fraserdw]

Based on what you said, sure, go for it. Enjoy your private property the way you like.

 

[AlexG]

If your soul intention is to keep it and then pass it on to your son then yes I'd say do it. It will be a personal inheritance and he will likely keep it based on that. If your not gonna sell it then value is irrelevant.

 

[350tracker]

Heck yeah, will make you want to keep it for good...

 

[TACOTUESDAY]

If you will keep it for sure. But maybe done in Latin or some other cool lettering or ancient language.

 

[Buckmastr]

Engrave someone else's name on it. Someone famous.

 

[hoytcanon]

Don't do it.

 

[rifleman338]

I say go for it and have him pass it on to his son.

 

[smokeater40]

Your toy, do as you want. Just don't use electro pencil, have it done by professional..

 

[Bartledan]

Nah, get it engraved with a skull and "Molon Labe". Will a Savage 99 work with two mags joined base to base?

 

[a j cave]

I have gotten a few in the past, I have greatly devalued the gun! My boys don't need my name on a gun to remember me ( I hope ). If they have to sell at some times they will get far less than they should, note JMHO.

 

[tiriaq]

A reblued 99E isn't going to be anything other than a useful hunting rifle. Not going to increase in value as a collector's item.
Just get the engraving done professionally.

 

[kamlooky]

Boy this sure jawgs a memememory............"Big Medicine".

Don't do it.

 

[SuperCub]

boy this sure jawgs a memememory............"big medicine".

....... LAPM.

 

[TACOTUESDAY]

Nah, get it engraved with a skull and "Molon Labe". Will a Savage 99 work with two mags joined base to base?

^THIS^

Or the punisher logo with your name in it.

 

[Mister Donut]

 

[infideleggwelder]

only do it if you or you son is or are going to be a famous hero and the rifle gets used in the incident that makes you or him such. other than that, in the words of a better man than I "Don`t do it , Len"!!!!!!( must be said with the appropriate accent)

 

[lone ranger]

Engrave someone else's name on it. Someone famous.

LOL, fantastic ! "clint eastwood"

 

[rci2950]

hahaa wasn't there a picture of johnny cash in newfoundland with one? get that put on it lol

 

[Scarheart]

A good engraving can increase the value of the gun. Here we are talking scrolls etc. But also limits the resale value to those who like that sort of thing. Having your name on it of course limits it again for obvious reasons. But if you are planning on keeping it as a family keepsake or even heirloom then do what you like.