I am trying to replace screws on reciever lost because of side scope mount plate. Not sure what year gun is to order parts. need help serial is 2524xxx.

Try going here. http://www.savage99.com/winchester1894_dates.htm

http://armscollectors.com/sn/winlookup.php?file=win1894.dat go here, and type in the serial number it will tell you the year of manufacture. It is in the 60's I believe. This site will tell you exactly.