Sako 85 "Black Bear" .308Win Rifle

Published on May 23, 2017
Duration: 11:59

This review of the Sako 85 Black Bear in .308 Winchester highlights its premium hunting rifle features, including its cold hammer-forged barrel, adjustable trigger, and controlled cartridge feed action. The reviewer tests its accuracy with various hunting ammunition, ultimately achieving the manufacturer's MOA guarantee with specific loads. The rifle is presented as a high-quality, albeit expensive, option for serious hunters.

Quick Summary

The Sako 85 Black Bear in .308 Winchester is a premium hunting rifle featuring a 20-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, a 5-round detachable magazine with a safety lock, and an adjustable trigger (2-4 lbs). It comes with a 5-shot MOA guarantee, which was achieved during testing with Lauga 150gr Mega ammunition, producing a 0.6-inch group at 100 yards.

Chapters

  1. 01:01Introduction: Sako 85 Black Bear .308
  2. 01:08Included Accessories
  3. 01:33Available Calibers
  4. 01:47Weight and Barrel Specifications
  5. 02:03Open Sights and Sling Attachments
  6. 02:13Magazine Features
  7. 02:22Magazine Safety Feature
  8. 02:58Trigger Specifications
  9. 03:14Trigger Pull Demonstration
  10. 03:25Action and Bolt Design
  11. 03:50Stock Features and Finish
  12. 04:24Optics: Sako Optilock Rings & Swarovski Scope
  13. 04:43Accuracy Guarantee and Price
  14. 05:07Field Test: Accuracy and Performance
  15. 05:16Ammunition Selection for Testing
  16. 06:09First Accuracy Test at 100 Yards
  17. 07:56Initial Accuracy Results
  18. 09:07Overall Accuracy Assessment
  19. 09:14Second Accuracy Test with Lauga Ammunition
  20. 09:45Achieving MOA Guarantee
  21. 10:02Ammunition Found: Sako 85 Black Bear Likes Lauga
  22. 10:54Final Thoughts on the Sako 85 Black Bear
  23. 11:14Designed for Hunting
  24. 11:17Accuracy Guarantee Discussion
  25. 11:36Overall Impression and Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Sako 85 Black Bear rifle?

The Sako 85 Black Bear in .308 Winchester features a 20-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, a 5-round detachable magazine with a safety lock, a single-stage adjustable trigger (2-4 lbs), and a controlled cartridge feed action. It also includes open sights and a matte black synthetic stock.

What is the accuracy guarantee for the Sako 85 Black Bear?

Sako guarantees a five-shot MOA (Minute of Angle) accuracy for the Sako 85 Black Bear rifle. This means the rifle should be capable of producing groups of 1 inch or less at 100 yards with five shots.

How did the Sako 85 Black Bear perform in accuracy testing with different ammunition?

Initial tests with various factory hunting loads showed groups between 1.1 to 1.6 inches at 100 yards. However, the rifle achieved the 5-shot MOA guarantee with Lauga 150gr Mega ammunition, producing a 0.6-inch group.

What is the intended purpose and price point of the Sako 85 Black Bear?

The Sako 85 Black Bear is designed as a premium hunting rifle, emphasizing field use with its synthetic stock and shorter barrel. It is manufactured in Finland and has a recommended retail price of $2,750, positioning it as a high-quality, expensive firearm.

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