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How are the SAKO M591 rifles?

TWalkerTWalker Member Posts: 2,372 ✭✭✭✭✭
edited May 2010 in Ask the Experts
I have an opportunity to buy a SAKO M591 in .243 caliber in 99% condition. I know these aren't as nice as the earlier production models from the 60's but how well do they compare to other Sako rifles in accuracy and value? The one I'm considering is a basic Hunter model from around 1992. The asking price is $600. Any suggestions appreciated. It has Weaver bases that slide over the Sako dovetail bases and secure with set screws. Thanks!
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  • tsr1965tsr1965 Member Posts: 8,682 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    From my experience, just about anything that says SAKO on, is dependable, and extremely accurate. The disclaimer would be, something that has been trashed by a previous user, or badly abused.

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  • RCrosbyRCrosby Member Posts: 3,808 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    My preference is for the older Sako's, but you're not likely to find one in that condition for anything like that price.
    If you can handle it, and it talks to you, sounds like a good deal.
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  • TWalkerTWalker Member Posts: 2,372 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I bought the Sako today. The rifle and a Redfield 1 3/4-5 in Weaver rings cost me $700. It is extremely nice though a bit plain looking. It definitely isn't as impressive overall as my older Sako Vixen in .222 caliber. However, this M591 is trim and graceful and also has a real steel trigger guard and floorplate, and honestly looks in "like-new" condition. I have already removed the Weaver slide-on bases; They will be replaced with Warne rings. As for a scope, I haven't decided between a Leupold Century Special 3-9, a Leupold 2-7, or a Pecar 3-9. Thanks for your comments. Hopefully I can post some pictures before long.
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  • GrasshopperGrasshopper Member Posts: 17,042 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    You will be fine with it,,,[:)],,,
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  • ern98ern98 Member Posts: 1,725 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Pick the scope that will best suit the lions share of how you plan to use the rifle. For a trim deer rifle the 2-7 class Leupold or Burris is where I would start. If however you are thinking more along the lines of smaller varmints or longer range target shooting then something a bit larger would be more in order
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