I had a Savage in 250-3000 years ago, I always thought it was one of the best all around cartridges out there. The rifle itself was always rock solid and is right at the top of the list for guns I regret getting rid of, along with an original Marlin in 30-30 similar to this one, seems mine had a deeper crescent butt plate and case hardened receiver and a longer barrel. Ack, I hate thinking about it.