Hola from the land of tumble weeds, wind swept plains, mule deer and coyotes. I bought my first Savage in 1970, A model 24C Campers Helper). I purchased my latest Savage about a month ago. (Model 11 .223) Been shooting Savage Guns most of my life. My favorites are of course my precious 99's. I currently have 2 of them. Among the rabble of firearms in my Safe's they have always held a special place. IMHO they are probably the greatest firearm ever built.