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  • Lot #636
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Lot 636: Two Pre-72 SAKO Bolt Action Rifles

Collector's Lot of Two Pre-72 SAKO Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Lot 636: Two Pre-72 SAKO Bolt Action Rifles

Collector's Lot of Two Pre-72 SAKO Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) SAKO L579 Forester Bolt Action Rifle with Leupold Scope

Manufacturer: Sako
Model: L579
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22-250
Barrel: 23 1/2 inch heavy round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 6193
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 134
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured between 1960 and 1973. The left side of the barrel is marked "FORESTER MADE IN FINLAND" with the caliber on the top and import markings on the bottom in front of the stock. There is a Leupold 12x scope with adjustable objective mounted on top of the receiver. Mounted on a nicely figured, multi-point checkered, walnut pistol grip stock with wide forearm, sling studs, raised cheekpiece and a serrated plastic buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, 99% original blue finish with some muzzle wear. The stock is also excellent with some scattered minor scratches and dings. The scope is excellent as well with clear optics.



B) Sako Bolt Action Rifle with Bausch & Lomb Scope

Manufacturer: Sako
Model: Vixen-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 222 Rem
Barrel: 23 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: myrtle
Item Views: 6193
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 134
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured circa 1960. The right side of the receiver is marked "MADE IN FINLAND" while the left is marked "SAKO Riihimaki". This rifle uses a detachable magazine with the bottom of the magazine and trigger guard highlighted with silver designs. Mounted on a myrtle pistol grip stock with skip line checkering, contrasting forend, contrasting grip cap, sling swivels, raised cheekpiece and a Pachmayr recoil pad. Mounted on top of the receiver is a Bausch & Lomb Balvar 1.5-6x scope.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, 99% original blue finish with only minor handling marks. The stock is very good with a number of scattered small scratches and dings. The scope is excellent with clear optics.



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