Sako model 85

[Hunt Boss]

Any opinions on the Sako model 85? More particular in a 300 or 7mm mag. I'm thinking of buying a rifle and have been interested in this model. Any thoughts?

[35 whelen]

I love mine

[elkhunter11]

They are a high quality firearm. The trigger is very good, and accuracy has been under 3/4 moa for my two 85s.

[Duramaximos]

What is the barrel length of the 7 mag?

[JWCalgary]

I have a Sako 85 hunter in 308. A fine rifle that is reliable and finely finished.

[southernman]

Originally Posted by Duramaximos

What is the barrel length of the 7 mag?

620mm, about 25" for the hunter and finlight, might be other choices, as sako has sum groups aviable with couple choices, in barrel length, for fitting with moderators or brakes, I know the short and med length do, not sure on the mag length action.

They are good rifles, on a true to size action, that hold their value well, are easy to sell, strong, accurate, sensible weights, and for most people fit well.

[Ice Fishing Maniac]

I have had my Sako m75ss 300wm new since 1997 and still my main go to rifle . This rifle got me hooked on Sako m75 rifles and I never looked back

[markg]

I bought my first Sako this fall. Its a .204 varmint with laminate stock. It has the set trigger (8 oz)

It is without a doubt my favorite rifle i have ever owned. It is also the most accurate rifle i have ever owned. I cant tell you how happy i am with this firearm.

[Altaboy]

I have a 30-06 Classic and a 300Win Mag Gray Wolf. They both shoot well but not any better than my Tikkas. I love them all but when comes time to go hunting I tend to grab a Tikka because the are quite a bit lighter to carry

[Arrowhead]

I've got the 85 in 7mmRM with laminate stock (grey-wolf). It is very accurate, but a fair amount heavier than they advertise for the laminate models.

[ForwardBias]

I've been looking hard at the Sako 85. What a gorgeous rifle.

[dbanner]

I have two Sako 85's. A synthetic stainless 7 rem mag and a Finn in 270 win. Both handle and shoot great. The stainless synthetic is heavier than the Finn so it handles the 7 rem mag very well.

[IBEX]

What do you guys think about the recoil from a .300 wm or a 7 rem mag. I have been meaning to get one 85 hunter in magnum caliber but I shoot alot more at paper than at game. I shot a buddies 85 systhetic 300 win and it kicked like a mule.

[sns2]

Originally Posted by IBEX

What do you guys think about the recoil from a .300 wm or a 7 rem mag. I have been meaning to get one 85 hunter in magnum caliber but I shoot alot more at paper than at game. I shot a buddies 85 systhetic 300 win and it kicked like a mule.

Then why would you expect it to be any different. If you want a big game rifle that will be comfortable at the range, I'd suggest 308 family of cartridges.

[elkhunter11]

Originally Posted by IBEX

What do you guys think about the recoil from a .300 wm or a 7 rem mag. I have been meaning to get one 85 hunter in magnum caliber but I shoot alot more at paper than at game. I shot a buddies 85 systhetic 300 win and it kicked like a mule.

The laminates are fairly heavy and with a Decellerator, they aren't at all unpleasant to shoot in 7mmremmag or 300wm. On the other hand, I find the Finnlight very uncomfortable in the magnum chamberings.

[Hunt Boss]

Thanks guys, great info. It confirms my decision.

[Throttle_monkey1]

They are good rifles, but some have ejection issues when using low mounted scopes. Seems to affect long actions more than short actions.