Sako 85S Varmint Stainless .22-250 Rem 24″ Bolt Action Rifle & Vortex Scope
SOLD FOR: $1,633.99
LSB#: LSB260429JR021
Make: Sako; Finland. Imported by Beretta USA.
Model: 85S Varmint Stainless
Serial Number: A71473
Year of Manufacture: Circa 2006 – 2022 / Modern
Caliber: .22-252 Remington
Action Type: Bolt Action, fed by Detachable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “CAL. 22-252 Rem. MADE IN FINLAND”, along with a proof mark. The right side of the barrel is marked with Beretta’s 2-line warning & address. The left side of the receiver is marked “SAKO 85 S”, along with the serial number and a proof mark.
Barrel Length: 24″, Stainless Fluted, Heavy Contour. 1:14″ Twist.
Sights / Optics: There are no provisions for iron sights. The top of the receiver is mounted with a Vortex Viper 6.5-20×50 scope, with a mil-dot reticle. The glass in the scope is clear. The scope shows light handling wear. Overall, the scope rates in Very Good to Fine condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a one-piece checkered laminate stock, with a semi-pistol grip with right-handed palm swell, monte carlo comb with shadowline cheekpiece, black rubber buttpad, a wide forend, and sling studs front and rear. The LOP measures 14″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stock shows light handling wear, with a few dings in the checkering on the forend, otherwise, the checkering on the wrist is well defined. The stock’s finish is intact. The stock fits tightly to the barreled action, with no play. The action is free-floating all the way to the action. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the stock rates in Very Good to Fine condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 1x 5rd factory magazine, in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows no notable wear. The stainless finish is intact throughout. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the safety. We did not fire this rifle, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with the scope and the magazine as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: Sako’s 85 series is a refined Finnish bolt-action sporting rifle line known for smooth operation, quality machining, excellent accuracy potential, and premium fit and finish. The 85S Varmint Stainless configuration adds a heavy fluted stainless barrel and wide laminate stock, making it especially well suited for varmint, predator, and precision range use. This example is chambered in .22-250 Remington, a classic high-velocity cartridge prized for its flat trajectory, light recoil, and effectiveness on varmints and small game at extended distances. This rifle features a 24″ stainless fluted heavy-contour barrel with 1:14″ twist, detachable 5-round factory magazine, laminate stock with Monte Carlo comb and shadowline cheekpiece, and a Vortex Viper 6.5-20×50 scope with clear glass and mil-dot reticle. The Finnish Sako manufacture, stainless varmint-weight barrel, excellent bore, quality Vortex optic, and proven .22-250 chambering should appeal to shooters looking for a premium varmint or bench rifle package.
This rifle rates in Fine overall condition, retaining about 99% of its original stainless finish with no notable metal wear. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, rating 10/10 in this writer’s opinion. The laminate stock rates in Very Good to Fine condition, showing light handling wear with a few dings in the forend checkering, while the wrist checkering remains well defined, the finish is intact, the stock fits tightly, and there are no chips or cracks. The stainless finish remains intact throughout, the markings are clear and legible, the screw heads are sharp, and the action and safety function correctly. The Vortex scope rates in Very Good to Fine condition with clear glass and light handling wear, and the included 5-round factory magazine is in Excellent condition. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition, and good luck on your bids! – J.D.