In terms of quality, the gradual decline began in the mid 1910's especially in the engraving details of higher graded guns. In terms of aesthetics, every change Savage made to the SW was for the worse- the aforementioned forend, the chunkier stock, rounded trigger guard, untapered top tang, draw bolt, etc. That being said, I'd love to own a Utica SW Wildfowl or Skeet and Upland gun.

Last edited by Gr8day; 09/13/16 11:43 AM.