Savage Model 99

[Simeod]

Asking for some input on scope mounts for a Savage 99 .308. My father is passing his down to my son, and I am trying to figure out what bases / base to use. It is iron sites only at the moment.

Hoping someone with experience with the Model 99 can point me towards some good options.

 

[PsRpOiGrRiAtM]

Weaver makes some (48014 and 48019) as well as Leupold (178126)

 

[WI1895]

If it's drilled and tapped, what 444 said. If it isn't, take a look at the lightfoot mount.

 

[Simeod]

Yes it is drilled and tapped. From the serial number it appears to be a 1956 manufacturer.

 

[Simeod]

Thank you. I'll look into the Weaver and Leopold. My internet search came back with so many variations it was surprising.

 

[Big Slick]

I have the weaver bases on my model 99. I have Leupold rings

 

[Simeod]

Thank you gentlemen. My son is 15 and very enamored with this rifle. That and Grandpa gave it to him.

 

[PsRpOiGrRiAtM]

If it's drilled and tapped, what 444 said. If it isn't, take a look at the lightfoot mount.

The .308 chambering gave me confidence that it was a "new" enough gun that it was most likely D&T'd. I have a 99 EG in .308 and am absolutely astounded at it's performance. That platform is truly a work of art.

 

[Simeod]

The rifle will be an excellent fit for my son. For Christmas I want him to pick out a new stock and I'll help him put it on and dress it back up. It won't be ready for his youth elk hunt next week, but he already has a T/C Compass in 30-06 for that.