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Category - Savage Rifles - Rifles - American Bolt Action

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Savage Rifles
Rifles - American Bolt Action

Rare 1920 Savage Model 20 .300 Savage Bolt-Action Rifle – Near-Mint with Top Tang Safety

Description:
Own a piece of firearms history with this exceptional Savage Model 20, a rare bolt-action sporting rifle chambered in .300 Savage, manufactured by Savage Arms Corporation in the late 1920s. Enhanced with a modern top tang safety, this lightweight mountain rifle blends vintage craftsmanship with practical upgrades for today’s shooters.
Specifications:

• Caliber: .300 Savage
• Action: Short action, controlled round feed, Mauser-type bolt
• Barrel: 24-inch, high pressure steel, original rust bluing (99+% condition)
• Serial Number: 12094 (late production, ~1926–1928)
• Finish: Floor plate (95%), butt plate (93% with slight rust spotting)
• Sights: Lyman peep sight for precision shooting; front blade sight
• Stock: Factory American walnut sporter stock, schnabel tip, original finish (94%), checkered pistol grip
• Safety: Custom-installed top tang safety for enhanced ergonomics
• Bore: Perfect, bright with sharp rifling
• Condition: Good working order, no rust on action or barrel, minor stock dings/scrapes, slight butt plate spotting

This Model 20 is a collector’s gem, boasting 99+% original rust bluing on the barrel and action, a near-pristine walnut stock, and a perfect bore. The professionally installed top tang safety adds modern convenience, allowing easy thumb operation while preserving the rifle’s classic lines. The Lyman peep sight enhances accuracy for hunting or target shooting, and the .300 Savage cartridge is ideal for deer, elk, or bear. Weighing under 6 lbs., this rifle is a joy to carry in the field.
Condition Notes: Meticulously maintained, this rifle shows only slight wear: minor dings and scrapes on the stock and faint rust spotting on the steel butt plate. The action and barrel are rust-free, and the mechanics are smooth and reliable. The top tang safety is seamlessly integrated, maintaining the rifle’s aesthetic appeal.
Why Buy? Priced at $1295, this is a unique opportunity to own a near-mint Savage Model 20, one of America’s first lightweight bolt-action rifles, upgraded for modern use. Perfect for collectors, hunters, or vintage firearm enthusiasts, this rifle combines rarity, history, and functionality. Don’t miss out on this upgraded classic!


Price: $1,259.00
Shipping: $65.00