Sako A7

Steve Johnson
by Steve Johnson

Sako has launched a new 1 MOA guaranteed bolt action rifle, the A7.

It will come in two models. The A7 and A7 stainless. Both models are chambered for .243, .22-250, 7mm-8, .270 WSM, .300 WSM, .25-06, .270, 7mm Rem Mag and .300 Win Mag.

Prices:

UPDATE:

The press release:

ACCOKEEK, MD (January 28, 2008) — When it comes to buying a new hunting rifle, nothing is more important to a rifle shooter than accuracy and reliability. But equally important in today’s economy is value. The new Sako A7 meets all of these criteria straight out of the box. Available in 2008 as the new benchmark for the perfect American hunting rifle, mixing the world’s finest out-of-the-box accuracy rating with superior value, the new Sako A7 offers the rare combination of unprecedented accuracy and ultimate reliability at an affordable price.

The Sako A7 improves upon the world famous Sako 75 design, featuring a machined forged-steel bolt, match-grade hammer-forged barrel, adjustable single-stage trigger (adjustable between 2.2 and 4.9 pounds), detachable magazine and synthetic stock. The A7 also integrates the new “Total Control” Magazine Latch introduced on the Sako 85, eliminating any chance that the box magazine can come loose during operation. This new rifle is available in two finishes: blued and Sako’s no-glare Stainless Steel. The A7’s bolt offers a silky-smooth movement with a 70-degree throw. Together with Sako’s super-crisp trigger, the A7 provides an incredibly fast total lock time of less than 1.3 milliseconds.

Since 1921, Sako has led the industry in accuracy by setting the standard by which all other rifles are compared. Each rifle must place five shots within one inch at 100 yards or they don’t ship. Serious shooters know that in order to obtain consistent sub-inch groups one must start with a high-quality firearm and move forward from there. The new A7 not only holds the same level of accuracy as its brother the Sako 85, but it offers a price that makes the A7 the hands down best value in the American market.

The new Sako A7 rifle series is a superbly executed medley of tradition, technology, out-of-the-box accuracy and unprecedented value.

Established in 1921, Sako was originally created to build and service firearms for the Civil Guard in Finland. Since that time, the company has been dedicated to providing innovative solutions to shooters’ emerging needs for precision firearms. For decades now, Sako has developed world-class military, target and hunting rifles. The Sako brand offers the shooter uncompromising accuracy and reliability in a variety of calibers. Along side Beretta and its unique firearms traditions that reach all the way to the year 1526, Sako proudly carries on the precision rifle craftsmanship that has led to the success of the Sako products. Today, Sako manufactures, distributes and markets a complete line of rifles. Beretta USA is the exclusive distributor in North America for Sako products. For additional information visit: www.berettausa.com.

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Stain.
Steel

ORDER
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Blued

CALIBER

Twist
Rate

(Inches)

Overall
Length

(Inches)

Barrel
Length

(Inches)

Weight

(pounds)

Length of
Pull

(Inches)

MAG
CAP

(+1 in
chamber)

S

JRSZ115

JRSY115

243
WIN

10

42 5/16

22 7/16

6
3/8

14

3

JRSZ114

JRSY114

22-250
REM

14

42 5/16

22 7/16

6
3/8

JRSZ152

JRSY152

7mm-08
REM

9.5

42 5/16

22 7/16

6
3/8

JRSZ116

JRSY116

308
WIN

11

42 5/16

22 7/16

6
3/8

JRSZ143

JRSY143

338
FEDERAL

10

42 5/16

22 7/16

6
3/8

JRSZ140

JRSY140

270
WSM

10

42 5/16

22 7/16

6
5/8

JRSZ141

JRSY141

300
WSM

11

44 5/16

24
3/8

6
5/8

M

JRSY117

JRSY117

25-06
REM

10

42
3/4

22 7/16

6
3/8

JRSZ118

JRSY118

270
WIN

10

42
3/4

22 7/16

6
3/8

JRSZ120

JRSY120

30-06
SPRG

11

42
3/4

22 7/16

6
3/8

JRSZ170

JRSY170

7mm REM
MAG

9.5

44
11/16

24
3/8

6
5/8

JRSZ131

JRSY131

300 WIN
MAG

11

44
11/16

24
3/8

6
5/8

Hat Tip: AccurateShooter.com

Steve Johnson
Steve Johnson

I founded TFB in 2007 and over 10 years worked tirelessly, with the help of my team, to build it up into the largest gun blog online. I retired as Editor in Chief in 2017. During my decade at TFB I was fortunate to work with the most amazing talented writers and genuinely good people!

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  • Dave Dave on Jun 24, 2013

    I recently ordered an extra clip for my new Sako A7. After receiving the new clip I noticed that it doesn't hold shells. I found all the shells in my pocket and the clip was empty.
    This is disturbing and I now have my doubts about purchasing a Sako product. Today I called your support hot line and was told I need to ship the magazine back to Beretta and I will receive a refund.

    I then was told that after receiving a refund I then need to place a new order. My question is how will I be guaranteed that the new magazine will not have the same issues.
    This has been an example of one of the Worst customer service experiences that I have had the pleasure experiencing. The have purchased many rifles from different manufactures and have had issues with various products. These issues should be taken care of with one phone call.

  • Brian Brian on Nov 22, 2013

    Two months ago bought new A7 300WSM and had the same problem with clip spitting out shells. I took a pair of pliers and slightly squeezed closer the stainless clips on the top of the clip so that they would grip the shells tighter. Problem seems to be gone I can quick action shells and no problem. Just bought spare clip but haven tried it yet to see if same problem exists but if it does seems like a quick fix. Seems ridiculous you have to jimmy a new rifle but it's simple anyways. Love the gun otherwise.

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