Any thoughts on the Sako A7 Roughtech stainless, good value?

[mummel]

Barrel = 24.4"
Stainless finish
6.8lbs weight
4 rounds
Black synthetic stock

What do you folks think about this rifle? It offer good value? Or are there better buys for that price range? Thanks!

 

[MTLabrador]

I saw them advertised for $799 at Sportsman’s, which is a good deal, not much more than a stainless T3X. I like Sako a lot, they make a sweet shooting rifle...

 

[mummel]

I was reading some reviews. Apparently they have ejection issues and some issue with the clips (that Sako will replace under warranty).

Anyone have any of these issues?

 

[noharleyyet]

I saw them advertised for $799 at Sportsman’s, which is a good deal, not much more than a stainless T3X. I like Sako a lot, they make a sweet shooting rifle...

Very good deal....

 

[noharleyyet]

Baspro has em for 699

Fin remove link if objectionable; https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/sako-a7-roughtech-big-game-bolt-action-rifle

 

[MTLabrador]

Baspro has em for 699

Fin remove link if objectionable; https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/sako-a7-roughtech-big-game-bolt-action-rifle

I absolutely do not need a .308, but that is a hell of a deal. I want one anyway.

 

[noharleyyet]

I absolutely do not need a .308, but that is a hell of a deal. I want one anyway.

..and free FedEx...WTH is the catch

 

[marksjeep]

I have an A7. I have not had issues with the mag, but dang they are expensive....

 

[MTLabrador]

..and free FedEx...WTH is the catch

That link should be the standard reply to anyone who asks what all purpose rifle to buy.

 

[mummel]

I absolutely do not need a .308, but that is a hell of a deal. I want one anyway.

So this is a steal or what? The tikka stainless with synthetic stock is the same price. How would these two compare? Why the excitement for the Sako over a Tikka.

For me personally, the safety on the Sako would be 100X better than the tikka, being able to unload and reload with the safety on.

 

[mummel]

Baspro has em for 699

Fin remove link if objectionable; https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/sako-a7-roughtech-big-game-bolt-action-rifle

Does BP take care of sight installation and setting it up like they do with archery at Cabelas?

 

[MTLabrador]

So this is a steal or what? The tikka stainless with synthetic stock is the same price. How would these two compare? Why the excitement for the Sako over a Tikka.

For me personally, the safety on the Sako would be 100X better than the tikka, being able to unload and reload with the safety on.

I think it’s absolutely a steal, not that there’s anything wrong with Tikkas at all, they’re very similar to the A7. $699 for a very nice rifle that usually sells for $999 is a hell of a good deal.

 

[mummel]

Is Tikka and Sako the same company, just different brands?

 

[MTLabrador]

Is Tikka and Sako the same company, just different brands?

Yes. Both owned by Beretta.

 

[mummel]

Can anyone comment on the apparent ejection issues (jams, casings hitting the scope), and some reported issues with the magazines? Anyone have experience with this?

Here: http://www.fishnhunt.co.nz/forum/YaBB.cgi?num=1551684291/0

Comments like this are very discouraging....

Hi I Just brought one recently in 7mm Rem Mag and had the same issue , I found I had to swap to High Rings to fix the problem , the low rings I was using caused the Shell to hit the bottom of the scope and fall back into the chamber ..

 

[Sam Colt]

Clutch the pearls; that's a great deal.

 

[mummel]

Here's more info on the magazine issue:

 

[mummel]

I dont know guys. This video was from April 2020. These look like serious defects on Sako's part....

 

[mummel]

I just called Beretta USA in MD to inquire if this is a know issue. "Leave a voicemail". Yeah ok....

Doesnt appear they have any customer service.

 

[wytex]

I have an A7 with medium rings, never had an issue. Love the rifle, very accurate and yes the mags are expensive.
I have an A7 Tecomate, 300wsm. I really like the bolt throw and the trigger.