Has anyone got one of these or used one?? I am interested in the .416 Rem.

How do they compare to the Ruger 77MKII, Win Mod 70 and the CZ rifles in terms of quality and price??

I don't have the Sako 416R, but I do have a Sako 375. It is one of my favorite rifles and I have more than 30 to choose from. for the money I think it is better than Ruger, Win or CZ. I have a 416R model 70 and a Sauer 416R. The Sauer is great but there is a huge differance in price. CHEERS

I have Sako AV Hunters in both 375 and 416. they are both awesome rifles. Very smooth. I believe the Safari model holds four down instead of three. I really like the stock fit for my frame/face. The 416 is a very usefull cartridge.

John Noak

Nevster - I have a Sako 75 Hunter in 375 H&H. It's a fine rifle, but I like my Ruger RSM in 458 Lott much better. The Ruger RSM is an unbeatable bargain in my not-so-humble opinion. My next 375 H&H will be the Ruger RSM. That is my $0.02 worth. The real criteria however, is personal preference. Buy the gun that feels and looks good to you. If you get it home and don't like it, get rid of it and get something different.
Best, Starcharvski.

The Safari model is I believe either discontinued or at least no longer imported into USA. Champlin Firearms has a 375 for sale at this time. They are really nice rifles. I don't ever recall seeing larger than 375 but I may be wrong.

I have a Sako 75 in 416 and jsut ordered a Winchester 70 Stainless in 375 and a CZ550 in 458 lott. Was going to trade the Sako, primarily due to the controlled round feed, does not have express sights or barell band sling. Nice gun, never shot it, Think I am making a mistake getting rid of it?

Mine shoots cloverleafs.

lawndart

Thanks for the input guys.