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Modern Scope on a NAACO Grizzly (L57 Action)

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I have inherited a NAACO Grizzly chambered in 308. Just the action is Sako (L57), every other part of the gun was made by NAACO, including the stock and barrel.

It has some iron sights on it, but they are not in good shape, so it's difficult to aim (to the point where it can't be used for hunting).

For anyone that has one of these, have you managed to mount a modern scope? Any suggestions of where to get scope mounts?

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Very cool rifle!
A set of Sako ringmounts will fix you right up!
You have choices of low, medium and high.
Leupold and Millet also have good rings for the Sako action dovetails.
For a period correct choice , another option is the Kuharski / Bausch & Lomb combo.
The peep sight shown on your rifle is a truly accurate rear sight but doesn’t really lend to hunting until you have perfect light conditions and shorter shooting ranges. One can open the aperture up to a larger diameter to improve the sight picture…
The NAAco Grizzly is a fine and somewhat rare find! Congratulations!
 
There are several choices related to scope mounting. Probably best to start with what you’re actually considering mounting, i.e. objective lense size and so on. 40mm is pretty average, so mediums in Sako (vintage) or Leupold would be perfectly suited. Redfield bases and rings are also popular. These are typically available on eBay or elsewhere. Sako Source is a good resource for vintage ringmounts. They have a header at the top of the page.

Knowing what the specific optic will determine the actual mounting requirements.
 
I agree with the recommendation to use original Sako rings. Here's an L57 .243 with a period Weaver V9 scope in Sako medium rings. I like the combination - the scope is newer than the rifle, but it still gives a vintage look. Whether the installation requires medium or high rings will depend on the size of the objective bell and the contour of the Grizzly barrel.

How about posting some more photos? We don't often see a Grizzly.

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