'A natural-born Finnish hunter, the Sako 85 Grey Wolf features the same all-stainless barreled action as its cousin, the Sako 85 Stainless Synthetic, combined with an attractive yet ultra-tough checkered grey laminated stock. The Sako 85 Grey Wolf is the Stainless/Laminated Model 85. And how does it shoot? As with all Sako rifles, the 85 is tested to shoot 1-inch groups at 100 yards or better.' Then, the barreled action is finished with a nonreflective satin blue. The comb is straight, American-style, while the left side of the stock sports a classic shadow-line cheekpiece reminiscent of the Safari rifles of the days of yore. First off, the rifle’s stock features the classic lines and the high-grade walnut that premium-rifle owners appreciate. 'Controlled-round feeding, silk-smooth bolt-travel movement, adjustable trigger and Total Control magazine-latch technology are only some of the amazing benefits incorporated in the new Sako 85. What could be more appropriate than to let Sako describe their new rifles? Here is what the Sako promo material has to say about the Model 85 Hunter, the blued/walnut version of the Model 85: (The attractive wood stocks are definitely worth the extra $100!) The Hunter and Grey Wolf carry a 2006 MSRP of $1595, while the Stainless Synthetic is $1495. For 2006 Model 85's will be available in Hunter, Grey Wolf, and Stainless/Synthetic configurations.

Sako 85 rifles list for about $220 more than equivalent Sako 75 models. The primary differences seem to be in stock shape, extraction and the magazine system.

The Model 85 does not represent a revolutionary departure for Sako rather it is an evolutionary step. by Beretta USA.įor 2006 Sako introduced a new line of centerfire rifles to complement their established Model 75 line. Sako firearms are distributed in the U.S. In 2000 Beretta, the Italian firearms giant, purchased a controlling interest in Sako of Finland, who has been in the firearms business for over 80 years. By the Guns and Shooting Online Staff Illustration courtesy of Beretta USA, Corp.

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