The original 1899-C half-octagon barrel (1899-1915)all had 26" barrels (28" and 30" were options at $1 extra). There was another model C (1922-1927) with 22" round barrels, and of course the modern model C (clip model) which have 22" round barrels. Given the reworked butt plate yours probably was cut, but the best way to check is to have it "lettered" by the Savage archivist, or at least chat with the fellows on 24hourcampfire / savage collectors. They love hearing about puzzling oddball 99s. Is the front sight still there, should be a knife-edge in a dovetail slot?
-measure from closed bolt face to muzzle
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