I find my Sako 75 & 85 SS feel cheaper built than my Kimber Montana. The synthetic stock is low rent for this price range on my Sako's. The action doesn't have CRF but has been reliable and I tolerate the safety position. I bought both my Sako's used and got a killer deal on both. I would never spend the money on a new Sako. The Montana with Kevlar/carbon stock oozes more quality from a build material stand point and worth the money. I find my Sako's don't go hunting nearly as much as my Montana and M70s do. I'll warn you now that when you get use to hunting with a genuine 6lbs rifle out the door, you won't want to use anything heavier in non magnum calibers. It will spoil you.
As a third choice for a mid weight rifle, look at the Winchester M70 Extreme Weather. Their synthetic stocks have come a long way and better than what Sako's synthetic/rubber use.
Last edited by mystro; 12/11/15.
