First, the links:

https://www.gunsinternational.com/gu...n_id=102329374

https://milestoneauctions.hibid.com/...00?ref=catalog

I post these for a few reasons. First, to show that early .250-3000 Savage 1899s with condition seem to bring quite a premium.

The first one, not quite as nice as the second one, sold for $2499. With shipping, it cost $2549. It’s not quite as nice as the second one as condition, while good, isn’t as strong as the second one, and I think a later finish was added to the wood. Probably rubbed in oil, and certainly not a refinish. Manufactured in 1916.

The second one, manufactured in 1915, is about as good as it gets! 1915 manufacture. As with the first one, it has the tang sight. Hammered at $2400 today, but, with a 20% buyer’s premium, that’s $2880. With shipping, it’s likely pushing 3k.

Also, I’m guessing various individuals would have checkered these as there are subtle differences in the checkering, namely the 1916 example demonstrates a curve at the pistol grip at the lowest portions nearest the lever, whereas the earlier 1915 example demonstrates a more linear and pointed checkering pattern in this same area.

Any comments are welcome and valued.