Sako S20 Hunter 6.5 Creedmoor | Sako Hunter Review

Published on October 8, 2021
Duration: 12:51

This review of the Sako S20 Hunter in 6.5 Creedmoor highlights its exceptional accuracy, consistently achieving sub-MOA groups with premium ammunition. The rifle features a smooth bolt action, modular stock design with an internal aluminum chassis for rigidity, and a high-quality, adjustable trigger. The reviewer, demonstrating expert-level firearm knowledge, highly recommends the Sako S20 for its reliability and precision.

Quick Summary

The Sako S20 Hunter in 6.5 Creedmoor is a highly accurate rifle, consistently achieving sub-MOA groups with premium ammunition like Hornady Precision Hunter 143 grain ELD-X. It features a smooth bolt action, a rigid aluminum-chassis stock, and an excellent adjustable trigger, making it a top choice for hunters and precision shooters.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction to Sako S20
  2. 00:42Sako S20 Overview & Specs
  3. 01:05Accuracy and Ammunition Performance
  4. 01:38Bolt Action Smoothness
  5. 02:09Hunter Variant Features
  6. 02:46Stock Modularity Explained
  7. 03:10Weight and Stock Feel
  8. 03:30Barrel Design and Accuracy
  9. 04:00Bolt Handle and Safety
  10. 04:19Trigger Quality Assessment
  11. 04:50Magazine Design and Capacity
  12. 05:25Receiver Finish and Rail
  13. 05:54Meopta Optika5 Scope Review
  14. 06:33Shooting Impressions & Comparisons
  15. 06:59Live Fire Accuracy Testing Setup
  16. 07:46First Group: Hornady Precision Hunter
  17. 08:29Group Analysis: Precision Hunter
  18. 09:14Second Group: Hornady Match Ammo
  19. 10:04Group Analysis: Match Ammo
  20. 10:10Third Group: Cheaper Ammunition Test
  21. 11:17Group Analysis: Cheap Ammo
  22. 12:08Conclusion and Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Sako S20 Hunter in 6.5 Creedmoor?

The Sako S20 Hunter features a 24-inch cold hammer-forged barrel with a 1-in-8 twist, a smooth bolt action, a modular thumbhole stock with an internal aluminum chassis for rigidity, an adjustable cheek piece, and a crisp, adjustable trigger. It boasts a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee.

How accurate is the Sako S20 Hunter 6.5 Creedmoor?

The Sako S20 Hunter is highly accurate, consistently achieving sub-MOA groups with premium ammunition like Hornady Precision Hunter 143 grain ELD-X. It also demonstrates good accuracy with less expensive ammunition, grouping around 1 MOA with Sellier & Bellot 130 grain rounds.

What is the price range for the Sako S20 Hunter?

The Sako S20 Hunter variant, featuring a thumbhole stock, is priced around $1600, with the reviewer purchasing theirs for approximately $1550. This price point positions it as a competitive option in the premium hunting rifle market.

What ammunition was used to test the Sako S20 Hunter's accuracy?

Accuracy testing involved Hornady Precision Hunter 143 grain ELD-X, Hornady Match 140 grain ELD-M, and Sellier & Bellot 130 grain ammunition. The rifle demonstrated excellent sub-MOA performance with the Hornady loads and acceptable 1 MOA accuracy with the S&B rounds.

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