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I inherited the following two Sakos from my dad when he passed away...I don't know anything about this type of rifle. I was hoping that you could give me some information... .thanks, Bruce Payne

1. Sako Finbear 30-06 L61R Serial # 881, Redfield 5 Star 3-9 Variable Scope

2. Sako Vixen .222 L461 Serial # 61724, Weaver K-10 Scope
 
sounds as if you've got two Sako sporters from the early '60s and both rifles should be marked "Bofors Steel". Your Finnbear is an ealy one, probably 1962 production. That gun may have a white plastic spacer between the recoil pad and buttstock, as the early Finnbears often had them. Your Vixen is 1963 production, judging from the production list that has been posted on this website. Your dad may have purchased both guns at the same time and now all you need is a big bore Sako to cover all North American game ! You've got a good start to your collection, enjoy.

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Deergoose:
Thanks for the information. Yes, they both have the white spacers, and are both marked "Bofors Steel." Are these old Sakos as good as the new ones? I've heard good things about some of the new Sakos...thanks again....
Bruce
 
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