Savage 99

[Ian Robertson]

Hi guys,

I am refinishing a 99. I would like to unscrew the barrel so I can clean it up in my lathe.
Any idea what an action wrench should look like for this action?

 

[pjs]

You will use an outside wrench, so just flat with no special contour. The hardest part will be grabbing that skinny barrel. They can be quite tight to break loose.

 

[tiriaq]

I have a flat receiver action wrench I made using two 1" square steel bars with two clamping bolts. One bar is longer and is turned so a piece of pipe will slip over it. I use a couple of shims to protect the receiver finish. Have used this wrench successfully on 99s, Ruger No. 1s, Win 94s, etc.
I believe a Brownells wrench could be used with appropriate jaws.

 

[tiriaq]

Here is my flat side receiver wrench.

 

[Ian Robertson]

That's about what I have, flat and flip for round. I haven't had time to see if will fit, if not I will fix it. Thanks guys!