Savage Model 1895 75th Anniversary Commemorative 308 Win MFD 1970
SOLD FOR: $1,051.00
LSB#: LSB260120RS116
Make: Savage
Model: Model 1895 75th Anniversary Commemorative
Serial Number: 7716AS
Year of Manufacture: 1970
Caliber: 308 Winchester
Action Type: Lever action, centerfire rifle, with internal rotary magazine.
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “Savage Arms, Westfield, Mass USA, Patented Feb 7, 1893, Hi Pressure Steel, Proof Tested, Cal 308 Win”. The left side of the receiver is marked “Savage Arms”. There is a Savage Arms Commemorative medallion inlet into the right side of the stock.
Barrel Length: 24″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a brass blade dovetailed into the barrel. The rear sight is a spring leaf folding V notch with elevator dovetailed into the barrel. The top of the receiver is drilled and tapped for scope bases. There is a peep sight installed in the rear two holes on the receiver.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a two piece smooth walnut, schnabel forend tip, straight grip, straight comb, with plated crescent buttplate. The LOP is 13 1/2″ from trigger to buttplate. There are a few scratches, compression dents, and light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall this stock is in Very Good to Excellent condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: Internal magazine with functional rotary cartridge counter.
Type of Finish: Blued, brass plated
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. There is minor fouling in the bore. In this writer’s opinion this bore rates a 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its original finish. There are minor handling marks throughout. There are spots of bluing discoloration on the receiver. The plating on the lever and buttplate has spots of thinning and wear. Overall this rifle is in Very Good 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: The Savage Model 1895 75th Anniversary Commemorative, produced in 1970, was introduced to celebrate Savage’s early lever action heritage, specifically the original Model 1895 that would evolve into the iconic Model 1899 and later Model 99 series. These commemorative rifles combined traditional styling cues with modern production methods, offering a blend of historical homage and contemporary performance. Chambered in .308 Winchester, a cartridge introduced in the 1950s and widely regarded for its efficiency and versatility, the rifle reflects a modern sporting configuration paired with a design lineage rooted in late 19th century innovation.
This example retains approximately 95% of its original finish, with only minor handling marks and light wear visible throughout. The blued metal shows some areas of discoloration on the receiver, while the plated lever and crescent buttplate exhibit light thinning consistent with use. The rifle is fitted with a brass blade front sight and a folding rear sight, along with a receiver-mounted peep sight installed in the rear scope base holes. The walnut stocks feature a schnabel forend, straight grip, and commemorative medallion, and show only minor wear such as light compression marks and surface handling, remaining in Very Good to Excellent condition overall.
The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no visible erosion, rating 9.5 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion, with only minor fouling present. The action functions correctly, and the internal rotary magazine with cartridge counter remains operational, preserving one of the defining features of Savage lever action rifles. Overall, this commemorative Model 1895 stands as a well-preserved example of a limited-production tribute rifle, combining historical styling with modern chambering and strong overall condition. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! MF