Sako Stoeger Model 75 Hunter Variation I 223 Remington Bolt Rifle 1998-2007
SOLD FOR: $2875
LSB#: 211130RH07
Make: Sako
Model: 75 Hunter Variation I
Serial Number: I973502
Year of Manufacture: 1998-2007
Caliber: .223 Remington
Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle fed by Detachable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “CAL. .223 REM MADE IN FINLAND” and a Finnish proof mark. The right side of the barrel is marked “IMP’D BY STOEGER INC. WAYNE N.J.”. The left side of the receiver is marked “SAKO”, “I 973502”, next to a proof mark. The bottom of the grip has an inlay marked “SAKO”. The bottom of the bolt handle is marked “502”.
Barrel Length: 22”
Sights / Optics: There are no provisions for iron sights. Equipped to the top of the receiver via two rings is a Leupold Vari-X II scope with 3-9x magnification and a duplex reticle. The external surfaces show faint wear with marks from contact with the ring. The lenses are crystal clear. Overall, the scope rates in about Fine-Excellent condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one piece checkered walnut with a pistol grip with a right hand palm swell, raised cheek piece, sling stud front and rear, and an orange firm rubber buttpad. The only imperfections worth mentioning are a few minor scratches on the top right of the grip and a small compression on the right side of the forearm above the mag well. Otherwise, there are some light handling marks and no major imperfections. The checkering is very sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 14” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad, which shows hardly any wear. The stock rates in about Fine-Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows a faint plum hue on the bolt handle and receiver. Otherwise, there is no significant wear worth mentioning. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are crisp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The trigger is light and crisp. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: The previously mentioned scope is included as well as a single 6-round magazine a Sako 75 manual and patch.
Our Assessment: The Sako 75 is a bolt-action rifle produced by the Finnish manufacturer Sako from 1996 until it was replaced by its successor, the Sako 85 in 2006, and finally discontinued in 2007. The Sako 75 was named after the 75 year anniversary of Sako in 1996, when the first Sako 75 was made. The Model 75 was externally very similar to earlier Sako models. This is a gorgeous rifle that is in about excellent condition with a bright bore and strong mechanics. It is chambered in the praised .223 Remington. The 223 Remington is a rimless, bottlenecked rifle cartridge. It was developed in 1957 by Remington Arms and Fairchild Industries for the U.S. Continental Army Command of the United States Army as part of a project to create a small-caliber, high-velocity firearm. The 223 Remington is considered one of the most popular cartridges and is currently used by a wide range of semi-automatic and manual-action rifles as well as handguns. Don’t miss your opportunity to take this rat-shooter home today! Please see our photos and good luck!
