The Savage Model 99 was an innovative lever-action rifle distinguished by its rotary magazine — unlike tube-magazine Winchesters, the Model 99 could safely use pointed (spitzer) bullets. This allowed it to be chambered for cartridges like .300 Savage with modern bullet profiles. The Model 99 was widely used for deer hunting across North America and served as the basis for several notable cartridge developments. Over one million were produced through 1998. Type: Rifle Action: Lever-Action Caliber: 300 Savage Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1899, USA Weight: 7.5 oz Overall length: 42" Status: Discontinued Intended use: hunting, collector