Savage Model 1899G Lever Action Rifle 22” .250-3000, MFD 1921 C&R

SOLD FOR: $1,012.33

LSB#:  LSB251007CL011

Make: Savage

Model:  1899G

Serial Number: 235029

Year of Manufacture: 1921

Caliber: .250-3000

Action Type: Lever Action with Internal Rotary Magazine

Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “MANUFACTURED BY SAVAGE ARMS COMPANY UTICA, N.Y., U.S.A.”, along with patent dates. The left side of the barrel is marked “SAVAGE HI-PRESSURE STEEL / 250-3000.”. The top of the receiver is marked “Savage 1899” The bottom of the receiver is marked with the serial number “235029”. 

Barrel Length: 22”

Sights / Optics:  The front sight is a blade dovetailed to a ramped base. The rear sight is removed and the dovetail has been plugged. The rear of the receiver is drilled and tapped for a peep/tang sight.  There is a Lyman tang peep sight installed.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are a two-piece checkered walnut, with a straight grip, straight comb, with a serrated metal buttplate and a schnabel tipped forend. There are handling marks, scratches and light dings from use throughout. There is oil darkening around the receiver. The takedown lever on the bottom of the forend functions as it should. Overall, the stocks are in Good condition. 

Type of Finish:  Blued 

Finish Originality: Refinished

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is fouling present.  In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 8/10. 

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 85% of its metal refinish. The balance of the finish shows light wear, with thinning on the leading edges, along with minor surface corrosion on the right side of the receiver. There are scattered scratches and corrosion spots throughout with the most significant being on the receiver. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are clean. The color case is a little muted but color is visible. Overall, this rifle rates in Good condition for a refinish. 

Mechanics: The action functions correctly.  We have not fired this firearm. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None. 

Our Assessment: The Savage Model 1899 stands as one of the most forward-thinking sporting rifle designs of the early twentieth century, breaking decisively from traditional lever-action conventions. Introduced by Arthur Savage at the close of the nineteenth century, the Model 1899 incorporated a hammerless action, solid top receiver, and internal rotary magazine, features that allowed the safe use of pointed bullets and higher-pressure cartridges. By 1921, the rifle had firmly established itself as a premier modern sporting arm, favored by hunters who valued accuracy, strength, and innovative engineering.

Chambered in .250-3000 Savage, this Model 1899G is closely tied to one of the most influential sporting cartridges of its era. Introduced in 1915, the .250-3000 was the first commercial cartridge to achieve a published velocity of 3,000 feet per second, marking a turning point in small-bore, high-velocity hunting rounds. Designed for efficiency and flat trajectory, it became especially popular for deer and similar game, and it paired exceptionally well with the Savage rotary magazine system. The 22 inch barrel and Lyman tang peep sight reflect a practical, accuracy-focused configuration typical of serious early twentieth century hunters.

This example retains approximately 85 percent of its metal refinish, with light edge wear, scattered scratches, and minor surface corrosion visible, most notably on the right side of the receiver. The bore remains bright with sharp rifling and fouling present, rating 8 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion. The walnut stocks show honest use with handling marks, light dings, and oil darkening around the receiver, presenting in Good condition, while the takedown forend lever functions correctly. Markings remain clear, screw heads are clean, and muted traces of color case are still visible. Overall, this Savage 1899G presents as a solid, historically significant example of an early high-velocity sporting rifle from one of America’s most innovative manufacturers. Please see our high resolution photos and good luck on your bid! MF