If you're still shopping for something to suit a lefty, you might want to read up on, and look at some model 99 Savages ... an early lever design well ahead of its time, and considered to be classic deer guns by those who fancy them ( and even by some who do not).
Though out of manufacture for a few decade now, the 99s have a strong following by firearms and hunting enthusiasts who prefer walnut, blued steel, and hand crafted quality, all in an easy to carry, reliable and accurate rifle. 99s can be found in a good array of chamberings, quite commonly, but definitely not limited to, 30-30, .308, and Savages own cartridges, the 300 (close and older cousin to the .308W) and the 250 Savage.
I have about a half dozen 99s, the oldest, a "250-3000" manufactured in 1915. The "3000" comes from the fact, that it would push an 87 grain to, at that time, the unbelievable velocity of 3000 fps). It's still a fine rifle, and an effective deer cartridge at 100+ years old.
