The most prominent wildcats are the .257 Roberts Improved and the .25 WSM. SOLD Manufacturer: 1949 Caliber Info:.300 Savage Metal Condition: Very Good, Some Finish Wear, Small Nicks & … The Hornady Superformance load makes it the approximate equal of the .308 Win. Joined Feb 15, 2014 Messages 76 Location Colorado. These are the .30-30 Winchester, .300 Savage, .32 Winchester Special and .308 Marlin Express. At 200 yards the velocity is 1,940 fps and the energy is 1,495 ft. lbs. Sign In DEALER LOGIN SIGN UP FOR ... while calibers like the .300 Savage and .250-3000 Savage brought new speed and distance to a … The bullets are rather disruptive when traveling full snot, but I never regretted losing a couple pounds of edible meat in exchange for quick kills with no tracking required. At 150 - 200 yards, the.300 Savage will get 'er done IMO. Back in 1920 when it premiered in the soon-to-be-famous Savage Model 99 lever action, the idea was to roughly duplicate the ballistics of the .30-06 … It has been and is used by both men and women, for close shots and distance shots, in open terrain and denser country. All of them seem to favor Rl 15 with this 150 grain at 2 grains less than max listed in the Hornady #9 manual for the 180 gr with Win wlr primers in Hornady cases. My EG loves the 180's, hates the 150's, but other 99's like the 150's. The Savage 99 allowed the use of pointed bullets which was an instant improvement in any caliber. of energy. My model 99 shoots them very accurately, and for short distance (under 100 yards) they are very good loads to shoot, even at deer. I wish Savage … Both the .250 and .300 Savage were … With the demise of the Savage Model 99 rifle the .300 has become an orphan. 0. My Account My Orders My Address Book My Password. That gun sadly fell victim to a home burglary and was never recovered by me. Traded it and haven't missed it. All have exited and left plenty of tracking material. My Grandpa used a 300 Savage most his life for everything. This is a great eastern deer cartrige and when shooting a 150 gr bullet goes out at 2650 fps with very mild recoil. Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software 7.7.3. For decades the.300 Savage proved itself proficient on deer and even larger game, but when the.308 Winchester arrived (the design of which is actually based on the.300 Savage … Federal, Remington and Winchester still make .300 Savage ammunition. I think they open up better at those short northern MN deer woods shots. Load a few and try 'em out. The best .308 bullet for whitetail deer is in the 150gr to 165gr range. While .223 caliber ARs are perfectly fine for deer hunting – under the right circumstances – they’re sporting rifles, and are often ill-suited for deep woods use. I would call the 300 a classic now but it kill with authority, trust me on that one. I love the 308 marlin express FTX bullets 160 grain loaded with lever lotion powder in the 300 savage! Basically a shortened version of the .30-06 with a sharper shoulder angle, its 150-grain bullet at a muzzle velocity of 2,700 fps duplicated the performance of the .30-06 as it was loaded in those days. Later, in the 1950's, the .300 Savage became the basis for experiments by the US Army that resulted in the development of the (T-65) .308 Winchester cartridge. Don't take max velocity at these ranges and lot less wear and tear on old farts and rifles! I have 5 days to hunt and if I see bears out of bow range I plan to take the 300 Savage on the last 2 days of the hunt. Savage 99-RS .300 Savage with Lyman tang and folding sights, 24" BBL, 7LB 10OZ, 14" L.O.P., MFG: 1939 ...Click for more info. So far so good on accuracy. Took the scope off and put a full buck horn on the rear and if I can see it I can hit it. In addition, Hodgdon’s magazine-style annual loading manual has no entry at all for the .300 Savage. This gives enough weight for ample penetration but keeps the velocity high enough to keep trajectories flat and impact energy high. I'm seeking a good one now for deer hunting with pistol grip and checkering. Don't overlook Hornady's 170 grain flat point (for the .30-30 Win.) The best .308 bullet for whitetail deer is in the 150gr to 165gr range. Looking for more ammo options for the venerable 300 Savage, Hendershot’s “Extreme” Custom Ammo fits the bill. The 130 hollow points are fun for target shooting, but the 150's are the most accurate and best suited for hunting. The 6th edition of the Hornady Handbook of Cartridge Reloading shows that their 150 grain bullets can be driven to a MV of 2300 fps by 36.5 grains of IMR 4064 powder, or to a MV of 2800 fps by a maximum charge of 44.0 grains of IMR 4064. The bullets expanded, did their work inside the deer and exited. Here are six of our favorite classic deer rifles. Some at ranges a lot farther than the max you are talking about. The bullets expanded, did their work inside the deer and exited. 300 Savage is pure poison to deer. The .300 Savage is creeping up on its 89th birthday, and, like a lot of old-timers, it's nice to have around. Bullet choice has a noticeable effect on terminal performance and generally speaking, … steve182 Either is a great deer cartridge, but I would have to go with the .270 because both rifles and ammo very plentiful. As currently factory loaded by Winchester and Remington, the 150 grain spitzer bullet starts at 2,630 fps with 2,303 ft. lbs. My rifles accept that load with no pressure pains or sticky levers. Pressure level for the .300 Savage is set by SAAMI at 46,000 CUP. In Canada, the cartridge has been used for deer, moose, and elk. load for his girl friend that had trouble handling the recoil of 150s out of her Savage bolt rifle. It is wise to full length resize cases to be used in Savage 99 rifles, as this action locks at the rear and allows some case stretch. Find 300 Savage Ammo for sale, in-stock and ready to ship at Ammo Freedom. In my 1937 99 EG with 24" barrel that load chronographs 2,450 fps. I have tried them all and they are accurate in my three 99s chambered for 300 Savage. Hello, I need some advise on a good all around load for the 300 savage. Loaded with a 150 grain bullet, the .300 is capable of producing clean killing on light to medium weight game out to 300 yards. All rights reserved. I don't know which gun to use. I would call the 300 a classic now but it kill with authority, trust me on that one. Examples include IMR 3031, IMR 4064, H4895, and VIHT N-140. If it was easy, it wouldn't be as fun. However, it is still a good cartridge. As was stated above 300 savage has lower velocities than 30.06 or 308 Win, but 125gr is too light for hunting. Had a 35 rem pump and harvested a few deer a while back. I want a bullet suitable for hunting ranges out to 600 yards and some further target practice. Right now, and with the longest shots possible where I hunt are typically less than 100 yards, I am beginning to think the round nose is better for my needs on the .300 Savage. My friends say a "take down" rifle is no good, and won't shoot well. Either is a great deer cartridge, but I would have to go with the .270 because both rifles and ammo very plentiful. "You cannot invade mainland America. Bullet Weight. While the Savage Model 99 lost the popularity race against the Winchester Model 94 and the Marlin 336, the Savage Model 99 was probably the best of the three. Hornady freely provides loading data for LE powder for the Express, but not for the .300 Savage. Yours may not, so start around 39 grains. 300 Savage is pure poison to deer. A great bullet at 300 Savage velocities. It was designed to out perform the .30-30 Winchester and approximate the .30-06 ballistics of the time (150 grain bullet at 2700 fps) in a cartridge short enough to operate in the Savage Model 99 lever action rifle. Does of 90 to 115 #s and bucks 110#s to 135#s at ranges of 20 ft to 50-60 yds. Just doing some wiki-ing: 150 gr (10 g) Hornady Superperformance … I don't know which gun to use. Last doe I shot was with a 130 gr, TSX and performance was excellent. Pressure level for the .300 Savage is set by SAAMI at 46,000 CUP. Remington put the 300 sav in their classic rifle line up. My favorite load is 41 grains of WW-748 under a 180 grain round-nose bullet. I'll see how the bullet performs and make a decision some day. The .300 Savage is distinctly superior to the .30-30 WCF, more so because the rotary magazine of the .300 Savage rifle allowed the use of spritzer-type cartridges. Probably killed over 50 elk with it. Medium burning rate rifle powders are recommended for the .300 Savage. One of my pet favorite rifles is my Savage 99 in 300 savage. My "go to" has always been Ken Waters "Pet Loads." Here are six of our favorite classic deer rifles. While the Savage Model 99 lost the popularity race against the Winchester Model 94 and the Marlin 336, the Savage Model 99 was probably the best of the three. Pressure level for the .300 Savage is set by SAAMI at 46,000 CUP. I really like the 300 Savage in a 760 for deer hunting. Federal, Remington and Winchester still make .300 Savage ammunition. "You cannot invade mainland America. While I would not recommend it as a primary cartridge choice, it will accomplish the job if your bullet placement is good. Hornady makes a 150 gr. Bulk Ammunition on sale, including 300 Savage Rifle Rounds. This rules out FMJ and solid ammunition which is normally banned for deer anyway. The .300 Savage is a mild yet effective medium game hunting cartridge. Deer surveyed so far have not posted positive results. Apr 5, 2018 #3 Pontius Member. $1,295.00 . I only weigh 105 pounds, and I am black and blue after a box of 180 gr. Bullet Weight. It is their #30303. Bulk Ammunition on sale, including 300 Savage Rifle Rounds. Log In Register. My grandfather had a Savage Model 1899 in .300 Savage with straight stock and no checkering. A 200 yard trajectory of plus or minus 3" will take over 90% of the deer killed in North America, east or west. It was designed to replace the less powerful .303 Savage in their popular Savage Model 99 hammerless lever-action rifle. In Canada, the cartridge has been used for deer, moose, and elk. bullets. Some at ranges a lot farther than the max you are talking about. If a.30-06 is up to the task, a.300 Savage surely is albeit at a shorter range than a '06 since it starts out slower. This is a great eastern deer cartrige and when shooting a 150 gr bullet goes out at 2650 fps with very mild recoil. My friends say a "take down" rifle is no good, and won't shoot well. This rules out FMJ and solid ammunition which is normally banned for deer anyway. Savage ~ 99R ~ .300 Savage Description: Savage Model 99R rifle .300 Savage. It's a very tractable cartridge. I wish Savage … Also, the .250 is a "take down" rifle. Looking for more ammo options for the venerable 300 Savage, Hendershot’s “Extreme” Custom Ammo fits the bill. This .300 Sav Savage Model 99 rifle has a 24” blued tapered round barrel with a very good bore. Case life good even from the semi-auto but probably not so good in the EG. Ammo Freedom. Originaly I had a Remington 81 in 300 Savage, had a chance to break even on it and ended up with a 99 with a 24 inch barrel. I use this rifle for bear, elk, and mule deer. All of these Hornady loads were developed in Remington cases using Federal 210 primers and were tested in a Model 99 rifle with a 22" barrel. The two powders have a similar appearance, but the SPF has slightly larger grain size. For Deer size game, here are our favorites: Nosler Ballistic Tip – Offers excellent accuracy and rapid expansion and energy transfer. A great bullet at 300 Savage velocities. GI#: 101535412. It was designed to out perform the .30-30 Winchester and approximate the .30-06 ballistics of the time (150 grain bullet at 2700 fps) in a cartridge short enough to operate in the Savage Model 99 lever action rifle. Copyright © 2000-2020 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The LEVERevolution (LE) and Superformance (SPF) powders for reloaders are billed as very efficient, progressive powders that give higher velocities when used as Hodgdon and Hornady direct. The .308 Winchester, left, features a longer neck and greater powder capacity than the .300 Savage, right. The rifle is a 24" barrel (IIRC) and a 1'10" twist. Apr 5, 2018 #3 Pontius Member. A 150 grain 30 cal bullet going 2500 fps is a deer killer. Partitions work. There's a gentleman I know who relies on the .30-30, which is markedly less powerful than the .300 Savage. Savage 57349 10/110 Apex Storm XP Bolt 300 Winchester Short Mag $ 614.00 (1) Savage Arms 110 ULTRALITE 300WSM CARBON $ 1,208.00 (0) Savage 22088 110 FCP 300 PRC 5+1 26" Matte Black Fixed HS Preci $ 1,091.00 (0) Savage 57495 110 Long Range Hunter 300 PRC 5+1 26" Matte Gray F $ 918.00 (0) Savage 57561 110 Elite Precision 300 PRC 30" 5+1 Matte Black Re $ 1,737.00 (0) Savage 57593 110 … In Canada, the cartridge has been used for deer, moose, and elk. Here are some specifications of interest to reloaders: bullet diameter .308", maximum COL 2.600", maximum case length 1.871", MAP 46,000 cup. I doesn't sound as if you need to get rid of either. Also, while I agree with Mike that the 150 grain loadings are just made for the .300 savage, I also have some rounds loaded in 180 grain for larger animals such as bear. For Deer size game, here are our favorites: Nosler Ballistic Tip – Offers excellent accuracy and rapid expansion and energy transfer. My friends say the .250 is not enough gun for deer. The .300 Savage really pounds the heck out of me. FAQs; Categories. Seller: Gun Sport Ltd. Area Code: 432 . Probably killed over 50 elk with it. This gives enough weight for ample penetration but keeps the velocity high enough to keep trajectories flat and impact energy high. The 250 Savage chambered in the great Savage 99 is one of the best deer guns ever made. While I wholeheartedly recommend it for deer, and I'd use it for elk, I do hesitate to recommend it for moose. My go to load for the .300 Savage has been 40 grains of 4064 with 150 grain Ballistic Tip Noslers.I am experimenting with 160 HDY FTX's and 43.7 grains of HDY Lever Evolution powder. The .300 Savage really pounds the heck out of me. (150 grain SST at 2740 fps). Charles Newton, who designed the cartridge, urged Savage to introduce it with a 100 grain bullet, but in order to to reach the desired velocity of 3000 fps, bullet weight was reduced to 87 grains. You ought to see how long seated Berger VLD's look in the rounds I load for my Rem 700 Classic in 300 Savage. That Hornady #30303 has proven A-Ok at woods ranges out of a 1962 E with a 20" barrel, a 1951 EG with the 24" tube,a early 50s Rem 760 with a 22", and a prewar Rem model 81 with a 22' barrel . You should be good to go as long as you practice and are proficient with the peep. The Savage 99 allowed the use of pointed bullets which was an instant improvement in any caliber. bullets. Home; My Account. Also, while I agree with Mike that the 150 grain loadings are just made for the .300 savage, I also have some rounds loaded in 180 grain for larger animals such as bear. The.300 Savage was introduced by the Savage Arms Company in 1920 in the company's Model 99 lever-action and Model 1920 bolt-action rifles. Great deer cartridge. When zeroed to hit three inches high at 100 yards, all four shoot a 150-180 grain bullet fast enough so that it won't fall more than three inches until it is out past 200 yards. Hornady data for their 180 grain bullets shows a beginning load of 30.3 grains of IMR 4064 for a MV of 1900 fps, and a maximum load of 39.8 grains of IMR 4064 for a MV of 2400 fps. Also, the .250 is a "take down" rifle. I have seen one big whitetail shot with that 170 and it was a bang flop on a quartering shot. A cup and core 150 and nearly any mid burn rate powder (I've used 3031, H and IMR 4895, IMR 4064, IMR 4320, IMR 4166, Varget, RL15, N140, W748 and maybe others) will make a nice deer load for the 300 Savage. Savage 57349 10/110 Apex Storm XP Bolt 300 Winchester Short Mag $ 614.00 (1) Savage Arms 110 ULTRALITE 300WSM CARBON $ 1,208.00 (0) Savage 22088 110 FCP 300 PRC 5+1 26" Matte Black Fixed HS Preci $ 1,091.00 (0) Savage 57495 110 Long Range Hunter 300 PRC 5+1 26" Matte Gray F $ 918.00 (0) Savage 57561 110 Elite Precision 300 PRC 30" 5+1 Matte Black Re $ 1,737.00 (0) Savage 57593 110 … I have a 1951 EG model and it shoots with anything out there for accuracy. In a 2.8" magazine, bolt action rifle the 300 Savage almost is a "300 Creedmoor". Doesn't really matter what pill you shoot at them, any bullet that will stay together and reliably expand at 300 Savage velocities produces the same results. If a deer makes it into their bed with little or no blood trail you may never find it. Works a treat in '06's too. It has been and is used by both men and women, for close shots and distance shots, in open terrain and denser country. Good old cup and core 150 grain Core Lokts and Winchester Power Points are also excellent. Handgun Ammo Rifle Ammo 17 Hornet Ammo 17 Rem Fireball Ammo 17 Remington Ammo 204 Ruger Ammo 218 Winchester Bee Ammo 22 Hornet … The .300 Savage was introduced by the Savage Arms Company in 1920 in the company's Model 99 lever-action and Model 1920 bolt-action rifles. It is designed for short actions, has a sharp 30 degree shoulder angle and a short neck to maximize powder capacity. Handgun Ammo Rifle Ammo 17 Hornet Ammo 17 Rem Fireball Ammo 17 Remington Ammo 204 Ruger Ammo 218 Winchester Bee Ammo 22 Hornet … Copyright 2005, 2016 by Chuck Hawks. Find 300 Savage Ammo for sale, in-stock and ready to ship at Ammo Freedom. Pressure level for the .300 Savage is set by SAAMI at 46,000 CUP. These are the .30-30 Winchester, .300 Savage, .32 Winchester Special and .308 Marlin Express. My friends say the .250 is not enough gun for deer. A lot of debate on the matter, but I think a round nose would have to have a greater impact effect and expansion than a spitzer tip bullet at shorter distances. The rifle has been well used and they didn't take care of the appearnce of the rifle but looking good now. His stuff just works, though you won't find much data for the more modern powders. Later, in the 1950's, the .300 Savage became the … SST bullet specifically for the 300 Savage. My model 99 shoots them very accurately, and for short distance (under 100 yards) they are very good loads to shoot, even at deer. Have taken 2 with the 170 gr fp Sierra with same load. All of these kill deer DRT most of the time and I have never had one go over about 50 yards. The .300 Savage was introduced in 1921 and it quickly became one of the classic deer rifle cartridges, as well as an all-around big game cartridge. My Grandpa used a 300 Savage most his life for everything. We probably here all have. Oddly, in spite of the grain size difference, they appear to have identical densities. I have a 1951 EG model and it shoots with anything out there for accuracy. Though the.30-30 may be lighter and have a slightly shorter barrel for hunting in … Hodgdon and Hornady provide loading data for LE and SPF … FAQs; Categories. It seems a little hard and produce longer trails. I don't currently have reloading equipment, but am planning to order loaded ammo from a reputable reloading compant. They don't like 300 Sav at all. Log In Register. Ken Waters loads mentioned above by S99VG are 40 grains of IMR 4064, 40 grains of IMR 4895, or 42 grains of WW-748 with a 150 grain bullet. Factory loads are offered in 150 and 180 grain bullet weights. At 200 yards the velocity is 2,095 fps and the energy is 1,462 ft. lbs. That's a bit hotter than Ken Waters' load, which I can't remember at the moment. I have used a Model 99 Savage in .300 Savage caliber for several years for deer and it is a "sweet" cartridge. A 200 yard trajectory of plus or minus 3" will take over 90% of the deer killed in North America, east or west. I worked up a deer-hunting load for my Savage Model 99 in .300 Savage caliber that consistently put 3 shots into ¾ of an inch (or less) at 100 yards from a solid bench rest. If a deer makes it into their bed with little or no blood trail you may never find it. The .300 Savage load we used on those deer was a Remington 150-grain Pointed Soft Point Core-Lokt with 43.8 grains of Varget powder for a muzzle velocity of 2,740 fps. I purchase a 1954 99eg a few weeks ago and first time out got nice buck, but turns out the Pendleton ammo I bought was inconsistent and after missing two doe I decided to crony the ammo. My test loads consisted of 4 different powders - IMR-3031, IMR-4064, IMR-4895 and Varget 4 different standard (not magnum ) large rifle primers - Winchesters, CCI, Remington and Federal and 3 different brands of 150 … Personally, I feel that the .300 Savage is one of the best cartridges to give to a young/beginning deer or PG hunter but, I would recommend a bolt action if one is available (the old Remington model 722 was made in this caliber and usually not expensive when located these days. The Savage Arms 220 is known to accurately shoot 200 – 300 yards while leaving a hole twice the size of a.30 Cal cartridge. Both the .250 and .300 Savage were … While I dearly love the .300 savage I think it is not the best for such hunting. Ammo Freedom. I've used .300 factory ammo by Federal a lot, with 150 - 180 gr bullets. My Account My Orders My Address Book My Password. The .308 Winchester operates at a higher pressure of 52,000 CUP, which is one of the basic reasons it outperforms the .300 Savage. Very good condition, classic Savage lever rifle chambered in the .300 Savage cartridge, a good choice for hunting deer. for deer hunting with the .300 savage. of energy. One of my pet favorite rifles is my Savage 99 in 300 savage. Hornady is your friend for .300Savage brass. It was designed to replace the less powerful.303 Savage in their … Home; My Account. Power-wise the .300 falls between the two all time most popular deer cartridges - the .30-30 and .30-06. My buddy came up with the 308 Win. The .300 Savage case is quite modern in appearance. The 180's were used on larger hogs. Savage – Model 99 – .300 Savage – Stk #A957 . While I dearly love the .300 savage I think it is not the best for such hunting. At the end of the day, the deer go down and meat is on the table regardless so probably overthinking the whole thing. The .308 Winchester operates at a higher pressure of 52,000 CUP, which is one of the basic reasons it outperforms the .300 Savage. I have hand loaded using 130 gr TSX bullets, chrono-ing 2600 to almost 2800 fps, and really like these. I've used 150, 165, 180. Joined Feb 15, 2014 Messages 76 Location Colorado. I am going on a bear hunt in Ontario in August and plan to take use my bow. The .250-3000 also serves as the parent case for the .300 Savage, as well as that darling of the varmint community, the .22-250 Remington. Savage guys, I started out deer hunting shooting 180 grain round nose 308's and they are absolute slayers compared to my 3006 and 7mm08. Took a nice whitetail buck last fall, and a Newfoundland bull moose in September, with my 1899 300 Savage. When zeroed to hit three inches high at 100 yards, all four shoot a 150-180 grain bullet fast enough so that it won't fall more than three inches until it is out past 200 yards. Sign In DEALER LOGIN SIGN UP FOR ... while calibers like the .300 Savage and .250-3000 Savage brought new speed and distance to a … My test loads consisted of 4 different powders - IMR-3031, IMR-4064, IMR-4895 and Varget 4 different standard (not magnum ) large rifle primers - Winchesters, CCI, Remington and Federal and 3 different brands of 150 … Basically a shortened version of the.30-06 with a sharper shoulder angle, its 150-grain bullet at a muzzle velocity of 2,700 fps duplicated the performance of the.30-06 as it was loaded in those days. I'm seeking a good one now for deer hunting with pistol grip and checkering. The velocity was all over the place and after a closer inspections i noticed that all the brass had split necks. I deer hunt with a Remington bolt action 300 Savege and have taken 17 deer with it here in Michigan. I worked up a deer-hunting load for my Savage Model 99 in .300 Savage caliber that consistently put 3 shots into ¾ of an inch (or less) at 100 yards from a solid bench rest. I recently picked up a 300 savage and wonder if round nose 180's will be as effective in this rifle. The .300 Savage load we used on those deer was a Remington 150-grain Pointed Soft Point Core-Lokt with 43.8 grains of Varget powder for a muzzle velocity of 2,740 fps. Just doing some wiki-ing: 150 gr (10 g) Hornady Superperformance … SOLD Manufacturer: 1949 Caliber Info:.300 Savage Metal Condition: Very Good, Some Finish Wear, Small Nicks & … 0. For all-around use, the .300 Savage lever-action rifle is hard to beat. I only weigh 105 pounds, and I am black and blue after a box of 180 gr. Note: A full length article about the .300 Savage can be found on the Rifle Cartridge Page. For all-around use, the.300 Savage lever-action rifle is hard to beat. The 180 grain spitzer bullet starts at 2,350 fps with 2,205 ft. lbs. The .308 Winchester operates at a higher pressure of 52,000 CUP, which is one of the basic reasons it outperforms the .300 Savage. The .308 Winchester operates at a higher pressure of 52,000 CUP, which is one of the basic reasons it outperforms the .300 Savage. The .300 Savage was introduced in 1921 and it quickly became one of the classic deer rifle cartridges, as well as an all-around big game cartridge. Very good condition, classic Savage lever rifle chambered in the .300 Savage cartridge, a good choice for hunting deer. I think I loaded 40 grains for my buddy's 1950 vintage 99 RS. Yup. Doesn't really matter what pill you shoot at them, any bullet that will stay together and reliably expand at 300 Savage velocities produces the same results. I note that the .300 Savage is very similar in case capacity and shape to the .308 Marlin Express. The energy of a sabot slug … the longest with that little 150 has been bout 20 yds. Later, a 100 grain factory load was made available, making the .250 a more suitable cartridge for shooting deer. The 250 Savage chambered in the great Savage 99 is one of the best deer guns ever made. I found the average weight of hand-dipped 2.5-cc charges was 38.9 grains for both powders. Aside from that, I have also found a one-in-14- inch twist in a Winchester Model 70 made in the late 1980s, long after Savage itself changed to a one in- 10-inch twist in 99s. Savage ~ 99R ~ .300 Savage Description: Savage Model 99R rifle .300 Savage. It was ok. Have not owned a 300 Savage but have owned a 30/40 Krag which is near the Savage. It is very accurate in my EG, but I haven’t had the opportunity to shoot a deer with it though. My grandfather had a Savage Model 1899 in .300 Savage with straight stock and no checkering. The.300 Savage cartridge is a rimless,.30 caliber rifle cartridge developed by Savage Arms in 1920. Reloaders can better the factory ballistics, in some cases substantially. 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