Sako Hunter A2, 220 Swift
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Historically, I've reloaded only these simple rounds: .30/06, 7mm RM, 25/06 AI, 257 AI and the .243 W.
Historically, I've reloaded only these simple rounds: .30/06, 7mm RM, 25/06 AI, 257 AI and the .243 W.
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Alan,
Welcome to the forum!
Now that you've 'introduced' yourself what's up?0 -
First: Let me commend a great site and great assistance from everyone!
Second: I apologize for the "oops", I'm a long way from proficient in posting here, as you have observed! This AM I had posted a new question, after sending it out I noted an error. Had attempted to send an addendum/correction, but hadn't realized that it'd replace the entire preceding post! Sorry about that.
No personal experience with the Sako (rifle) or the Swift (round) other than historically having seen, handled and shot each at the range a couple of times ... (owned by range neighbors).
Never had searched for either in the past, but yesterday found both as one, ... a used, but apparently unabused: Sako Hunter A(II?)Custom 220 Swift rifle that is for consignment sale locally. I do not know how this model, compares to other Sakos.
I have pulled-up and read everything regarding Sakos: for sale now or in the past here on GB, plus all discussions about the Swift and Sakos, here on the GB site, as well as on the sites for Sako, Norma, etc.
I am aware that a critical question is whether there is life left in the barrel. I did read the info posted re. specifically checking the lands, grooves, hazing etc. Any pertinent specifics on descerning the fried or burned-out barrels, greatly appreciated!
It appears that the only current ready source of brass for this writer is Norma. (It appears that one would want to put-up the brass / provisions for enduring Ice Age!) I have only loaded the common: .30/06, 7mm mag., 7mm, .25/06 and AI, .257 and AI, and .243. Are there any real "gotch you" surprises one might expect for loading up the 220 Swift?
(I have no particular concern here about the "value" of the scope, rings or base on it, but open to two, five or ten cents worth of opinion on same. It has a scope on it, but nothing new or spectacular.)
For whatever it is worth, the wood is beautiful: color, pattern and grain ... with reasonable useage wear to finish. I saw no problems with wood, metal or blueing. (Sorry, I have no photos to post ... I wasn't hunting for a rifle and did not have my camera with me!
1) what might be the ballpark value range, for the above firearm? (I would expect that any potential resale might be quite tentative, at best.)
2) if the barrel needed replacing, how much might one expect the value, to be affected?
3) if this barrel were shot-out or burned-out, what calibers would this particular action and feed system accomodate most simply or readily?
((I expect to go gander at this rifle again in the next day or two, but wanted to get any and all input prior to going back there. It isn't across the steet or even down the street, but in another town in this region.))
Thanks for any all the assist you can provide!
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as long as it wasn't shot repeatedly HOT, the barrel should be fine. Only a bore-scope can tell the true tale, but many folks have gotten 3-4K rounds while still holding 1/2moa accuracy.
improper cleaning methods do more damage than shooting.0 -
Thanks JustC,
I'm expecting to be back there again to check out that rifle better, today or tomorrow. Spoke to salesman yesterday about boresighting it and getting additional info regarding it's history.
The few used Sako Hunters I'd found sold on here seemed to be going for just under a grand. Where is that in their range of value? I'm looking for at least a good ballpark range.
Someone out there must have some good experience and knowledge regarding the Sako Hunters and other particulars regarding them.0 -
Is this the origional chambering for this rifle, ie., is the barrel a Sako? I ask, since you mentioned that the rifle is "custom" which covers a multitude of sins. An origional rifle is worth considerably more than one that has been "customized". Also, if the rifle was origionally chambered for another cartridge, .243, .308, etc., you can expect to encounter feeding problems from the magazine. Due to its semi-rimmed design, the Swift is notorious for this.
No special problems reloading for the Swift; plenty of data around. Cartridge cases are still being made by Winchester and Remington as well as Norma as you mentioned and Win. and Rem. are a lot cheaper. Brass may be a little hard to find (I haven't looked for any lately) but now-a-days most brass is. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.0 -
You're right, hadn't thought about that!
Yes the barrel appears to be the original Sako barrel .... It is marked: "Sako Hunter AII" (?) "Custom .220 Swift" or ".220 Swift Custom", as I recall.0 -
I wish now of course that I had written everything down exactly and of course been able to get more detailed info, a number of photos! 0 -
if it is marked sako, then it sounds like a factory barrel. I am not aware enough of sakos to know whether they had a "custom" shop etc. 0 -
Did you buy it? And does it have a palm swell on pistol grip? I would like to know how rare this is in a swift. I can't find out what year they made a sako in 220 swift or how many. I know they did, there just isn't much info on them. 0
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