Sako AII Forester .243 Win Bolt-Action Rifle, 24" Sporter Barrel, Finnish Made
This late-production Sako AII Forester offers the clean lines, smooth action, and precise machining that helped cement Sako’s reputation during the early 1980s. Built on the short L579-length action and finished with a high-polish salt-blue, it combines a 24" hammer-forged sporter barrel with a crisp, adjustable single-stage trigger and an elegant walnut stock. Collectors and hunters alike will appreciate its classic .243 Winchester chambering, integral tapered dovetail scope base, and the 60-degree bolt lift that speeds follow-up shots.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The deep blued metal surfaces are free of scratches or edge wear, and the walnut stock retains crisp machine-cut checkering with no notable dents or blemishes.
What’s Included
- Sako AII Forester .243 Win bolt-action rifle
The forged steel receiver features Sako’s integral tapered dovetail, ready for rings without additional bases. It is also drilled and tapped, offering flexibility for different mounting systems.
The 24" hammer-forged barrel carries a sporter contour and lacks open sights, keeping the profile sleek and practical for scoped use. The salt-blue finish is evenly polished, matching the receiver and bolt handle.
A smooth 60-degree bolt lift reduces hand travel between shots, while the two-position safety allows loading and unloading with the safety engaged. The factory single-stage trigger is user-adjustable for weight, promoting precise shot control.
The one-piece walnut stock presents classic Sako styling—pistol grip, machine-cut diamond checkering, recessed sling-swivel studs, and a black plastic buttplate with white line spacer bearing the Sako logo. With a 13.75" length of pull, it balances the rifle’s 44.5" overall length and 7.3 lb weight.