Sako L579 Forester Deluxe .308 Win Bolt-Action Rifle, 1966 Finland, Bofors Steel, Factory Engraved
This 1966 Sako L579 Forester Deluxe in .308 Win stands out with its Bofors Steel-marked sporter barrel, factory scroll-engraved floorplate and trigger guard, and classic Deluxe walnut stock features. It carries the Finnish proof mark, jeweled bolt body, and the L579 receiver with integral tapered Sako dovetail rails, combining refined aesthetics with the hallmark fit and finish of 1960s Sako production.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minimal markings from previous handling and use. The bore is bright and clean.
What’s Included
- Sako L579 Forester Deluxe .308 Win bolt-action rifle
- Scope mounts
Built in Finland in 1966, this L579 Forester Deluxe is marked "FORESTER MADE IN FINLAND" on the receiver and "SAKO Cal..308" and "Bofors Steel" on the barrel. It uses the L579 action with an engine-turned (jeweled) bolt body and a two-position thumb safety. The internal magazine provides a 4+1 capacity.
The 23 blued sporter-contour barrel is crafted from steel and carries the Bofors Steel marking from this era. The rifle is configured without iron sights, and the receiver features integral tapered Sako dovetail rails. Scope mounts are installed.
The Deluxe walnut stock presents the classic Monte Carlo profile with a right-side shadow-line cheekpiece and crisp skip-line checkering. It is finished with a contrasting fore-end tip and white-line spacer, a crossbolt reinforcement, sling swivel studs, and a ventilated recoil pad with white-line spacers. The dark oval grip cap features the Sako pine tree inlay.
Factory embellishments include scroll engraving on the floorplate and trigger guard. Finnish proof marks (lion) and inspector’s initials are present. Length of pull measures 13.5, and the rifle wears an even blued finish throughout the steel receiver and barrel.