Arthur William Savage
Arthur William Savage | |
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Newspaper photo Arthur Savage and a new steel tire, circa 1911 | |
| Born | Arthur William Savage May 19, 1857 |
| Died | September 22, 1938 (aged 81) San Diego, California, United States |
| Occupation(s) | Inventor, explorer, businessman |
| Spouse | Annie Bryant |
| Children | Arthur John Savage |
Arthur William Savage (May 19, 1857 – September 22, 1938), was a British businessman, inventor, and explorer. He is most famous for inventing the Savage Model 99 lever-action rifle, which remained in production for over 100 years, and founding Savage Arms. However, his most lasting and valuable inventions may be radial tires, and it has been argued, the modern detachable box magazine used in almost all modern military firearms. He also invented an early torpedo and built and raced cars.