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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote mastsif man Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: April/09/2009 at 12:06
Originally posted by loaded4bear loaded4bear wrote:

I recently had the pleasure to test the new Browning X-Bolt Stainless Stalker chambered in 30-06 and all I can say is WOW!  Accuracy is definitely on par with Sako and the trigger is very crisp.  As a result, I decided to buy one for myself, but at the moment I'm undecided on caliber. 
 
I originally posted that I was interested in a custom or a Sako, but after shooting the x-bolt, I decided to put off the "custom" idea until I learn more about what I really want out of it.  More recently, I found a place selling Sako 85 Finnlights for $1250, but then they called back to tell me that Sako is redesigning the 85 and they can't get them anymore.  Don't know how true this is, but I wouldn't be surprised if Sako brings back the 75 design which most people seem to prefer anyway.
 
So getting back to caliber, my current hunting arsenal includes a 30-06, 308(thinking about selling) and 444.  My future hunting ventures in addition to whitetail include black bear, elk, possibly moose,  so I'm thinking about adding a 7mmRM, 300WSM or 300WM in order to comfortably reach 350-400yrd+  range.  Which would you choose?
 
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i think the x-bolt was a wise choice.  every review of the Sako has shown poor accuracy followed by a statement that goes something like with the right load i am sure it will shoot to its guarantee.  forget the calibers, but it makes me wonder whether they were passing around the same gun.  www.gun-tests.com loved the x-bolt.  let us know how it shoots.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Dshusker Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: April/09/2009 at 13:18
Would be interested in seeing all those articles that claim Sakos aren't accurate? That's a new one on me. I personally have never owned, or used, a Sako that wouldn't shoot 5 shot sub-MOA groups at 100 yds. Overpriced? Maybe? Having said that, the X-Bolts are excellent rifles. So are the A-Bolts, the BLRs, and the BARs.
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