The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Savage Model 99 .300Savage, how likely to slam fire?

Goatwhiskers · June 18, 2012, 04:53 PM

This model is not noted for slam firing to my knowledge. The firing pin may be gummed up and was protruding or you may have mechanical problems. Hie thee to a gunsmith who can check the gun out. These are great old rifles and well worth owning. Goat

June 18, 2012, 04:53 PM	#2
Goatwhiskers Senior Member Join Date: April 8, 2009 Location: Batchelor, La. Posts: 579	This model is not noted for slam firing to my knowledge. The firing pin may be gummed up and was protruding or you may have mechanical problems. Hie thee to a gunsmith who can check the gun out. These are great old rifles and well worth owning. Goat