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1975 Sako L61R Finnbear 30.06 Cal Bolt Action Rifle 24.5" Barrel - Excellent Condition Guns International #: 103590391 Seller's Inventory #: 482 Category: Sako Rifles - Rifles - European Sporting Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: randywine Company: Randolf W Fowler Ltd Member Since: 1/26/21 First Name: Randy Last Name: Fowler State: Virginia Zip: 20147 Country: United States Phone: (703) 858-2881 Premium Seller Number of Active Listings: 280 Total Number of Listings: 821 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Returns ON approval within 3 DAYS OF DELIVERY MINUS A 20% RESTOCKING FEE Payment Types Accepted: Money Orders, Certified Checks, Personal Checks, Zelle, Layaway Description: These early Sako rifles are getting harder to find, and the price keeps going up.  This one is in excellent condition and comes with the correct Sako rings. OVERVIEW The 1975-era Sako L61R Finnbear is a Finnish-made long-action bolt-action rifle, often featuring a 24.5-inch barrel and weighing around 8-8.5 lbs, known for exceptional accuracy (often sub-MOA), smooth action, and high-quality walnut stocks. Manufactured throughout the 1960s and 70s, it typically features a 3-lug bolt, hinged floorplate, and was chambered in popular calibers like .30-06, .270 Win, and 7mm Rem Mag.  Key 1975 Sako L61R Finnbear Specifications: Action: Long-action, 3-lug bolt. Production Era: 1961–1970s (mid-70s often feature "Garcia" import markings). Barrel Length: Typically 24.5 inches (24.25-24.5 inches). Weight: Generally 8 lbs to 8.5 lbs, with later models (1969+) tending toward the heavier end (8.25+ lbs). Calibers: Commonly .30-06 Springfield, .270 Winchester, 7mm Remington Magnum, and .300 Winchester Magnum. Magazine: Hinged floorplate, typically with a 3+1 or 4+1 capacity, depending on caliber. Trigger: Fully adjustable, known for being crisp. Features: Integral scope mount rails on the receiver, often sold with Weaver, Kahles, or similar period-accurate optics.  The L61R is often referred to as having a "heavy" or "standard" barrel profile compared to later, lighter Sako models, offering excellent stability for hunting. This is a used item. While we do not test-fire our used firearms, we perform an inspection and function check to ensure that they are fully functional to the best of our ability.  Layaway: 1/3 down, 90 days Shipping $60 Insurance is an extra that must be requested and paid for by the buyer 3-day inspection period for non-firing or disassembly Payment:  Personal Check, Money Order, Cert. Check, or Zelle New shipping hard case is $20 upon request 20% restocking fee on all returned items randywine2000yahoo (703) 858-2881 Price: $1,499.00 Curio/Relic: Yes Rifle Caliber: .30-06 Springfield Manufacturer: Sako Model: L51R Finnbear Serial Number: 505192 Barrel Length: 24.5 Bore: Bright Condition: Excellent Metal Condition: Excellent Wood Condition: Excellent Bore Condition: Excellent Barrel Type: Std Action: Bolt Triggers: Single Adjustable Stock: French Walnut Stock Comb: Monte Carlo Butt Pad: Factory Pad LOP: 13.75 Finish: Satin Oil Weight: 8lbs Sights: N/A Manufacture Date: 1975 Case: Optional