I have a Savage Model 99 in .300 Savage (probably an EG circa 1956). It has no serial number anywhere on it and no date code. The lever boss has an eight-point asterix where the date code should be. The area where the serial number should be is absolutely smooth. Also, the hidden end of the forearm piece has a marking (3 over the letters BR) in the wood. The butt stock under the butt plate is also marked the same. It was manufactured at the Chicopee Falls factory.

Does anybody have an idea of what this was intended to be. It almost makes me think it was not intended for resale? It definitely has some wear and been fired but is in very good condition.