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What are the different models (L61R, 691, AV, etc.) and finishes (Finnbear, Hunter, etc.)?
Which ones are more highly regarded?
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Thanks. I'm looking at a AV Finnbear in 270. Any guesses to what it's worth? Really nice wood.
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Post a photo or two and you will get some opinions.
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If in the $800 range unaltered and in nice shape I'd be very tempted. Very well made rifles, imported by Stoeger.
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Standard left hand Stoeger imported Sako. Import stamps have little to do with how Sakos were made, only when. This would be a late 80's import, judging by the looks of the rifle. Left hand can add a premium to the gun, but can also make it hard to sell. If you are looking for a left handed rifle, this could be your huckleberry, as you won't find a better one for the money.
It is a standard grade rifle, the scope is of little consequence, unless you have some use for a Zeiss Conquest scope. Rings and bases are serviceable, but the gun is what you are buying. I would put a realistic value at $800.00- $1000.00
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Left-handed Sakos are somewhat hard to find. I'd love to have that one; I have an AV lefty in a McMillan in .25-06. I'd say value somewhere north of $1000.00. Bob
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If it goes for the $1000 reserve that he has posted, it would be a fair price. I had a .375H&H in the same configuration that was accurate and reliable. If you are looking for a LH .270, this would be a decent rifle. JMO. YMMV.
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I own the same Sako but in a right handed configuration. Let me tell you, it's a shooter! With the Zeiss scope, if you get it for $1,000 you will be very happy with your purchase. I'd even go to $1100, just like Shrap mentioned lefties aren't easy to find. Sako is the best value for a factory rifle...end of story.
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I'd go $1100 and not think twice if the rest of the rifle is in as good of condition as the portion in your picture. I have a LH Sako 591 in 7mm-08 and it is a tack driver. The action is so slick that you couldn't tell if you are cycling the bolt empty or picking up a round from the magazine if you were blindfolded. I love the palm swell on the grip as well.
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