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1923 Savage 99 Featherweight Takedown .303 Sav 20" Carbine Brass Round Counter
Guns International #: 103658308 Seller's Inventory #: 248919
Category: Savage Rifles - 99 - Savage Rifles
Seller's Information
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Seller: National-Armory
Member Since: 5/3/24
State: Pennsylvania
Zip: 15108
Country: United States
Phone: (724) 457-8060
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 83
Total Number of Listings: 112
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: CREDIT CARD, MONEY ORDER, CASHIER'S CHECK, PERSONAL CHECKS
About Us: We are a large online and brick & mortar retailer near Pittsburgh, PA. We deal in new firearms as well as historical, classic, and vintage firearms. Ask us about C&R on applicable items! National Armory follows all local, state, and federal laws. It is the buyer's responsibility to know their laws before purchasing. Prices do not include shipping.
Description:
MANUFACTURER: SAVAGE ARMS
MODEL: 1899 FEATHERWEIGHT TAKEDOWN
YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1923
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: UNITED STATES
SERIAL NUMBER: 248919
ARMORY MARKS: SAVAGE MODEL 1899 RECEIVER MARKINGS WITH INTEGRATED ROUND COUNTER (ICONIC SAVAGE ROTARY MAGAZINE INDICATOR)
CALIBER: .303 SAVAGE
CAPACITY: 5+1
BARREL LENGTH: 20.00"
BARREL FEATURES: BLUED LIGHTWEIGHT SPORTING BARREL, TAKEDOWN CONFIGURATION
OVERALL LENGTH: 39.25"
LENGTH OF PULL: 13.00"
OPERATING SYSTEM: LEVER-ACTION WITH ROTARY MAGAZINE SYSTEM
TRIGGER: SERRATED SINGLE-STAGE TRIGGER
IRON SIGHTS: FRONT POST SIGHT, REAR ADJUSTABLE NOTCH; DRILLED AND TAPPED RECEIVER
STOCK: STRAIGHT GRIP WALNUT STOCK WITH SCHNABEL FOREGRIP
FIREARM FINISH: BLUED
CONDITION: EXCELLENT FOR AGE
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: FEATHERWEIGHT TAKEDOWN CONFIGURATION, INTEGRATED ROUND COUNTER, ROTARY MAGAZINE DESIGN, CASE HARDENED LEVER, GROOVED STEEL BUTTPLATE
WHAT’S INCLUDED: RIFLE
This Savage Model 1899 Featherweight Takedown is a prime example of early 20th-century American rifle innovation—now correctly dated to 1923, right in the heart of Savage’s golden production era. Built for hunters who demanded portability and cutting-edge function, this rifle blends classic lever-action speed with advanced engineering that was ahead of its time.
Chambered in .303 Savage, this rifle delivers reliable medium-game performance with manageable recoil and solid accuracy. The rotary magazine system allows the use of spitzer bullets, giving it a ballistic advantage over traditional tube-fed lever guns. Combined with the 20" featherweight barrel, it offers quick handling without sacrificing practical hunting performance.
The straight grip walnut stock and schnabel foregrip give this rifle a lively, balanced feel that excels in dense woods and fast-moving hunting scenarios. The takedown feature adds real-world utility, allowing for compact transport without tools. Savage’s iconic round counter remains one of the most distinctive and functional design elements ever put into a lever-action rifle.
The .303 Savage cartridge is well-suited for whitetail deer, black bear, and similar North American game within moderate distances. It delivers dependable penetration and terminal performance, making it a practical and historically proven hunting round. This setup rewards hunters who value shot placement and traditional woods hunting tactics.
Collector-wise, this rifle hits hard. A 1923 production Featherweight Takedown in excellent condition—with original features like the case hardened lever and round counter—checks multiple high-value boxes. It represents a period where Savage was pushing innovation forward, making this not just a firearm, but a legitimate piece of American sporting history.
***Please see pictures for condition and wear***
SHIPPING INFORMATION:
IF THE ITEM YOU PURCHASE IS C&R ELIGIBLE, WE WILL ACCEPT A C&R LICENSE
WE TRY TO SHIP FIREARMS THE SAME DAY PAYMENT/FFL IS RECEIVED.
WE SHIP TO ALL 50 US STATES
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PAYMENT OPTIONS:
*MONEY ORDER
*CERTIFIED CHECK
*CASHIER’S CHECK
*CREDIT CARD (3% FEE)
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Layaway is available on purchases of $749.99 and above, see Additional Terms of Sales for details.
PROCEDURES:
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DISCLAIMER
All pre-owned firearms are inspected by our gunsmith for basic function and safety. Test firing may or may not be conducted. Buyer is responsible for legal compliance. All sales final.
Price: $1,249.99
Curio/Relic: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .303 Savage
Manufacturer: SAVAGE
Model: 99
Serial Number: 248919
Barrel Length: 20
Bore: STRONG
Condition: GOOD
Metal Condition: GOOD
Wood Condition: GOOD
Bore Condition: GOOD
Manufacture Date: 1923