Savage Model 99 Series A .358 Win 22” Lever Action Rifle 1976 Lyman Sight
SOLD FOR: $1,350.00
LSB#: WY250424FK011
Make: Savage
Model: 99 Series A
Serial Number: C188711
Year of Manufacture: 1976
Caliber: .358 Winchester
Action Type: Lever Action with Rotary Magazine. This is a solid frame model.
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “C188711”. The top of the barrel is marked “SAVAGE MODEL 99 SERIES A WESTFIELD, MASS. U.S.A. CAL.358. On the barrel near where it meets the receiver it reads “A” on the right and “85 / SP” on top.
Barrel Length: 22”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to a serrated ramped base fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a folding u notch sight dovetailed to the barrel and fine adjustable for elevation. The top of the receiver and tang are drilled, tapped, and filled. The two rear taps have a Lyman Peep Sight mounted.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two piece smooth wood with straight grip, raised comb, forend with finger shelves, and a rubber ventilated recoil pad. There are sling swivel studs installed on the belly and bottom of the forend. There are scattered compressions, scrapes, and a couple marks through the finish. There is crazing throughout the buttstock. The LOP is 13 1/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the recoil pad. The stocks rate in about Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued with Case Color Lever
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion. There is scattered fouling on the lands. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 8/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its metal finish. The edges show some wear and. There are two small spots of corrosion, one on the bottom of the barrel towards the muzzle and another on the right side of the lever boss. Overall, this firearm is in Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This Savage Model 99 Series A is a classic lever-action rifle chambered in the hard-hitting .358 Winchester, featuring a 22” barrel and the rugged rotary magazine system that sets the Model 99 apart from traditional tube-fed lever guns. The .358 Winchester chambering offers serious stopping power for big game at brush distances, making this an excellent choice for elk, bear, or dense timber whitetail hunting.
This rifle is equipped with a Lyman receiver-mounted peep sight, allowing for fast target acquisition and improved sight radius over traditional open sights—ideal for quick shots in thick cover. The combination of classic American styling, robust lever-action design, and a potent caliber gives this Savage 99 both practical field utility and collector appeal. Whether you’re looking for a vintage big-game rifle or a unique addition to a lever-gun collection, this Model 99 in .358 Win is a standout example of classic hunting firepower.
