Sako Finnbear L61R Standard Grade .270 Win Bolt-Action Rifle, 24 in Barrel, 1968 Finnish-Made, Blued Steel with Walnut Monte Carlo Stock, Weaver V7 Scope
This 1968 Sako Finnbear L61R Standard Grade is a Finnish-made .270 Win bolt-action with a 24 inch barrel, high-polish blued steel, and a walnut Monte Carlo stock. It is equipped with a Weaver V7 2.5-7x scope mounted in Sako-type dovetail ringmounts on the receiver’s integral tapered bases. The rifle carries Finnish proof marks and period-correct rollmarks, and presents as a clean, well-kept example of Sako’s long-action Finnbear line.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This rifle is in solid shape with visible scratches and blemishes from prior handling and field carry.
What's Included
- Hard rifle case
- Weaver V7 2.5-7x riflescope (installed)
- Dovetail ringmounts for Sako integral bases (installed)
The L61R long action features a smooth two-lug bolt and an internal box magazine with a hinged steel floorplate. The receiver shows the correct rollmarks, including "FINNBEAR MADE IN FINLAND" on the left and "L61R" with Finnish proofs on the right. The high-polish blued finish is consistent across the barrel, receiver, and floorplate, reflecting Sako’s finish quality from the era.
The 24 inch barrel is paired with a ramped, hooded front bead and no rear barrel sight. The receiver has integral tapered dovetail scope bases machined into the top, and the included scope is mounted in Sako-type dovetail ringmounts that interface directly with these bases.
The walnut Monte Carlo stock has a cheekpiece, point-pattern checkering, and a checkered pistol grip for confident handling. It is fitted with a Sako-marked ventilated recoil pad and sling swivel studs. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches, offering a comfortable fit for many shooters.
This Standard Grade (non-Deluxe) Finnbear presents the classic 1960s Sako configuration in .270 Win, combining Finnish proofed steel with practical hunting features. The installed Weaver V7 2.5-7x scope complements the rifle’s intended field use, while the clean bore and well-defined rifling support its maintained condition. M