New member/New Guns, looking for info

[Chris Nini]

Good morning from Alaska. I’ve recently come across two Sako rifles that were passed to me from my late grandfather. He loved Sako rifles and pretty much only owned the L691’s. The two I received are model L691’s chambered in the 300 win mag and 416 rem mag. They seemed to be customized from the standard rifle and have a muzzle break and engraved trigger guards. Does anyone have any info on these models concerning the customizations? Didn’t know if this has a different model name, if it came from the manufacturer this way or if it’s all aftermarket additions? Thanks!

 

[stonecreek]

Your rifles are Deluxe grade Sako Finnbears (the "Finnbear" name may not be anywhere on the rifle, but that name was applied to all of the long action Sakos.) The engraved floorplate, skipline checkering, contrasting grip cap and fore end are factory enhancements over the standard grade. The muzzle brakes are not factory and are something your grandfather probably had added to reduce recoil. The brakes also increase muzzle blast, so be sure to wear ear protection when shooting them. And congratulations of a fine inheritance.

 

[Chris Nini]

Your rifles are Deluxe grade Sako Finnbears (the "Finnbear" name may not be anywhere on the rifle, but that name was applied to all of the long action Sakos.) The engraved floorplate, skipline checkering, contrasting grip cap and fore end are factory enhancements over the standard grade. The muzzle brakes are not factory and are something your grandfather probably had added to reduce recoil. The brakes also increase muzzle blast, so be sure to wear ear protection when shooting them. And congratulations of a fine inheritance.

Really appreciate the info Stonecreek. It is a beautiful gun but unfortunately I’m probably going to sell the 300 win mag. It would be my third 300 WM and using it here in AK would just destroy it.

 

[gowyo]

Pretty wood on those deluxes. Interesting brakes as well. Are those forward cuts functional or decorative? I cant tell if they allow for gas escape. PS, nice glass too. Your grandpa had great taste. My condolences.

 

[Chris Nini]

Pretty wood on those deluxes. Interesting brakes as well. Are those forward cuts functional or decorative? I cant tell if they allow for gas escape. PS, nice glass too. Your grandpa had great taste. My condolences.

Gowyo - Thanks. Yea my grandfather was big on hunting with top end gear. Also, I’m pretty sure the slits on the brake are just decorative. I don’t have the gun sitting here with me but I don’t remember the cuts being deep enough. I’ll have to double check now because I’m curious.

 

[RobertD]

When (if please list it here. I'm sure another Sako enthusiast would love to acquire it.

 

[WalterBlackburn]

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