Sako 308 Varmint Rifle

Several matches that require shooting both a custom rifle and a factory rifle for an aggregate score. Namely a local match, the Sizzler which is shot at 500 (5 shots), 200 (10 shots) and 100 yards (5 shots). The Varmint Hunter Association matches are shot at 100 (5 shots), 300 (10 shots) and 400 (5 shots) yards.




I am working on developing loads to handle the short range and long range conditions. A 135 grain flat base bullet by Bob Cauterucio for 100/200 yard shooting, and a 155 grain Lapua Scenar load for 400/500. As time allows I will also work up 168 grain loads.

Rifle Specifications

Manufacturer	Sako
Model	Model 85 Varmint Laminated Stainless
Caliber	308 Winchester, 1 in 11 twist
Barrel length	23 5/8”, free-floating, fluted, stainless steel
Weight	8 5/8 lbs (rifle only)
Magazine capacity	5 rounds
Trigger	Factory set at 3 lbs (reducable to 2 lbs)
Set trigger	Rifle equipped with set trigger