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How good is the Sako 85?

How good is the Sako 85?

The walnut Hunter, however, appeals to the purist and is a very elegant and well-handling rifle. In fact, the classic lines make the Sako 85 Hunter one of the nicest looking stalking rifles on the market, coupled with the Sako stamp of quality and accuracy.

How much is a Sako 85 Classic?

Available models

CAT CODEMODELMSRP
JRSCL2085 Classic$2,275
JRSCL3185 Classic$2,275
JRSCL3485 Classic$2,275
JRSCL3785 Classic$2,275

What is the difference between Sako 75 and 85?

The 75 is a pure push feed with with bolt face fully enclosing the cartridge rim. The 85 has a cut at the bottom of the bolt face that allows the cartridge rim to slide under the extractor during feeding.

Is Sako ammo any good?

It is really good brass and well worth the price just to have the brass to reload. Personally haven’t taken any game with them, but they are a bonded bullet, so should perform well at shorter distances.

Is Sako Beretta?

BERETTA HOLDING GROUP. At the turn of the millennium, Sako was honored to become a member of the Beretta Group, which gave access to new and advanced production methods enabling us to continuously refine our product development. In addition to rifles, Sako produces centerfire cartridges.

How much does a Sako 85 Finnlight weight?

5.6lbs
Construction and Finish. The Finnlight II is very well suited to New Zealand conditions; it’s made of stainless steel and it’s short and light at 5.6lbs (2.6kg) – with a 20.4-inch barrel and overall length of just 40.5 inches (1029mm), it works well in the bush.

What calibers do Sako rifles come in?

CALIBER / RATE OF TWIST:

  • 5+1 magazine: 22-250 Rem / 14” | 243 Win / 10” | 260 Rem / 8” | 7mm-08 Rem / 9.5” |
  • 4+1 magazine: 270 Win Short Mag / 10” | 300 Win Short Mag / 11” | 7mm Rem Mag / 9.5” |