Ever since I bought my first savage 99 a few years back I’ve been hooked on them. Probably do 90% of my hunting with either my .250 or .300 now. Had someone offer me a 99dl in .284 a while back and didn’t move on it., kind of kick myself over that one.
Once you get used to carrying one, it makes your average bolt action feel like a club. A 99 feels like an extension of your arm.