Why These 5 Classic Rifles Were Discontinued (Remington 788, Savage 99, Pre-64 Model 70)
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Discontinued rifles are usually remembered as failures, but the Remington 788, the Savage 99, and the Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 tell a different story. This video explains why five classic rifles left production, from manufacturing costs to internal competition to government tooling decisions.
Five rifles. Five engineering achievements. One shared reason they disappeared: mechanical excellence did not guarantee survival. This documentary-style breakdown covers the documented history, design decisions, and industrial economics behind each one.
0:00 Introduction
0:25 Number 5: Winchester Model 88
2:00 Number 4: Remington Model 788
3:40 Number 3: Savage Model 99
5:15 Number 2: Pre-1964 Winchester Model 70
6:55 Number 1: M1941 Johnson Rifle
9:15 Final Thoughts
Which of these five would you most want to see brought back? Tell us in the comments.
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Why These 5 Classic Rifles Were Discontinued (Remington 788, Savage 99, Pre-64 Model 70)
Gunsmith 360
162 views
Discontinued rifles are usually remembered as failures, but the Remington 788, the Savage 99, and the Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 tell a different story. This video explains why five classic rifles left production, from manufacturing costs to internal competition to government tooling decisions.
Five rifles. Five engineering achievements. One shared reason they disappeared: mechanical excellence did not guarantee survival. This documentary-style breakdown covers the documented history, design decisions, and industrial economics behind each one.
0:00 Introduction
0:25 Number 5: Winchester Model 88
2:00 Number 4: Remington Model 788
3:40 Number 3: Savage Model 99
5:15 Number 2: Pre-1964 Winchester Model 70
6:55 Number 1: M1941 Johnson Rifle
9:15 Final Thoughts
Which of these five would you most want to see brought back? Tell us in the comments.
Subscribe for more documentary-style analysis built on verified historical records, engineering research, and manufacturing history.
This video is for historical and educational purposes only.
#DiscontinuedRifles #RifleHistory #FirearmsHistory #Winchester #Remington788
⚠️ LEGAL & SAFETY DISCLAIMER
Fair Use Notice:
This channel may feature copyrighted materials used under the Fair Use doctrine for commentary, criticism, documentary, and educational purposes.
Safety Notice:
Firearm safety is your responsibility. Always follow proper firearm safety rules, local laws, and responsible handling practices. Never point a firearm at anything you are not willing to destroy.
All content on Hunters Frontier is created strictly for educational, historical, documentary, and entertainment purposes only.
We do not sell, promote, or encourage the misuse of firearms.
#HuntingRifles #OutdoorLife #RifleReviews #LongRangeShooting #Gunsmith 360