SAKO 75 questions

[Dom]

Well, eddiep, my .02 cents worth:

1. Is the $850 price on the SAKO 75 reasonable? Yes, that's reasonable. Sako is a solid rifle. I don't have a 75 but the older A5, and it is a good rifle. Especially for a lefty, yes, good price.

2. Should I be concerned by the gun weight? Actually only you can answer that one. Of course gun weight becomes more a factor considering one's age, the terrain, and what type hunting they envision. If you're looking for a rifle to carry over the hills and dales, this probably isn't it. On the other hand, for normal terrain and hunting, if you get a Vero Vellini(sp?) type stretchy sling, that will make it feel and carry lighter.

3. How much is the recoil reduced by the heavier SAKO? Yes, heavier will reduce it. I'd suggest you just ask the owner if you can shoot it, that way you'll know for sure. Shooting max loads won't help, but most can handle an '06 with normal loads just fine, depends on how much shooting you do. If you shoot regularly, you won't even feel it, even with 180 grainers, which I recommend.

Bottom line you won't be overpaying, especially if you pay attention to a quality scope of ligher weight!! Waidmannsheil, Dom.