Guns International #: 102852418
Seller's Inventory #: 4074786
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Guns International #: 102852418
Category - Sako Rifles
- Rimfire European Rifles
Sako ~ Model 78 ~ .22 Hornet
Description: This is a Model 78 from Sako that was manufactured between the years 1979 and 1986 with serial number "713279". In 1979 the serial number started at "711283". This example is a very nice early model bolt action with a 22" barrel. The left side of the barrel is marked "MADE IN FINLAND". The top of the shank is marked "SAKO .22 HORNET". The left side of the receiver is marked "M78 HORNET 713279" next to two factory markings. The bottom of the bolt handle is marked "279". The right side of the receiver in front of the bolt is marked by the importer "SIMPSON LTD GALESBURG IL.". The scope is the model "Classic 3x9x32" made in Japan, it's missing a turret cap. The stock is one-piece checkered wood with a pistol grips, fluted Monte Carlo comb, cheek piece, sling stud front and rear, and an added ventilated rubber recoil pad marked "KASSNAR". .22 Hornet Price: $1,299.99 Chambers: Bolt action. Metal Condition: 90% remaining. The action has scattered light scratches and a few broken edges. The scope has scattered scratch marks throughout and is missing a turret cap 50% -60% remaining condition. Wood Condition: "75% remaining with dings, dents and drag lines. The butt stock has an added recoil pad that removed wood by sanding or filing to fitting it to the gun. Bore Condition: Bright strong bore. Barrels: 22.5" barrel. Triggers: Single. Stock Dimensions: LOP 13.5". Fore End: Checkered. Butt Pad: Rubber. Weight: 7.25 lbs Sights: Scope. Item Location: Owatonna, MN Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102852418
Seller's Inventory #: 4074786
Guns International #: 102852418
Seller's Inventory #: 4074786