Also a new member and just bought my first Sako

[Michael Sheehan]

Wanted to introduce myself and very pleased to have found this forum! I have a number of Remington 700 and based rifles along with some custom actions. I just purchased a Sako L61R rifle in 30'06 via an auction. I have not received the rifle yet, but it looks great. From all that I have read and heard, these are superb rifles.

I have been trying to research the year of manufacture and it has been challenging.

Looking forward to good conversation and learning about Sako rifles from the folks here!

 

[stonecreek]

If its serial number is higher than about 48,000 then no precise records are available to tell you exactly when it was made. However, various features such as the checkering pattern, bolt lugs, sights, sling swivels, import mark on bottom of barrel, etc. can give a clue as to its approximate year. Post some photos along with the SN and some of the guys here can get you to within a couple of years, plus or minus.

 

[Michael Sheehan]

Here is is #513507 The pics are from the Auction

 

[misako50]

Michael-That is what I call a "transition rifle". It is made just before the L61 became the "Alll" and the coking piece was changed for blow back safety purposes. Rifle looks like it spent lots of time at home.

 

[Michael Sheehan]

Much appreciated! I am excited to get it in my hands from the auction house. Eager to see how well I can shot it.

 

[Michael Sheehan]

I received my rifle and once cleaned up, the rifling looks fantastic, very sharp and clean. I am excited to put some good optics on it and see what I can do with it. The rifle is in great shape and is my first Sako. I have a lot of Remington 700 based rifles and a number of pre-64 Winchester model 70 rifles. The Sako feels very well made! Heavy trigger though...