New to the website AND Sakos. Just acquired my first Sako simply by chance. Was going to sell it and turn a profit But in about 15 minutes I was loving this rifle. (This happens to me a lot) Before buying I showed it to my gun store owner friend, he confirmed that it was in fact Sako, but has NO markings on the barrel. As well it is a 26 inch barrel. I am told that Sakos in 264 came with 24 inch barrels accept for some very early ones. I know the 264 caliber is a bit famous for burning barrels and he suggested since there are no markings that the barrel had been changed most likely. The bore cleaned up very nice and looks good. The previous owner took multiple big critters including one large bear with it all between 500 and 900 yards. Each a one shot kill. So I assume that if it was changed a quality barrel was used. Can anyone guide me into the light here ? As well, does it hurt the value of the rifle if the barrel has been changed ? Thanx for any help that anyone can offer.
P.S. SN is AIII 5518xx
P.S. SN is AIII 5518xx