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Sako L43 – .243 Bolt Action Rifle Guns International #: 103662515 Seller's Inventory #: 0196 Category: Sako Rifles - Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: Thewarstore Member Since: 1/23/24 First Name: Michele Last Name: Jackson State: New Jersey Zip: 08332 Country: United States Phone: (856) 300-5288 Number of Active Listings: 74 Total Number of Listings: 309 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Checks held until cleared, Money Orders or Credit Card with service fee of four percent. Description: Sako Finnwolf Lever Action – .243 Winchester – Made in Finland – Beautiful Figured Walnut Rare and highly desirable Sako Finnwolf lever action rifle chambered in .243 Winchester, manufactured in Finland and known for its exceptional craftsmanship, smooth action, and unique place in Sako history. The Finnwolf is one of the most sought-after Sako models, combining traditional lever-action handling with Sako’s renowned precision engineering. These rifles are no longer produced and have become increasingly collectible, especially in original configuration. This example features striking figured walnut, particularly through the buttstock, with strong flame and rich color that stands out immediately. The rifle retains its classic Sako styling, including factory checkering, original iron sights, and Sako scope ring mounts. The metal surfaces retain a strong original finish with light, even handling wear and no significant pitting. The action is clean, and the rifle maintains excellent mechanical integrity. The stock shows attractive figure throughout, with typical field-use wear, including scattered handling marks and more noticeable wear on the fore-end. These marks are cosmetic and consistent with a rifle that has seen honest use, while still presenting very well overall—especially from the primary display side. Details / Specs: Manufacturer: Sako (Finland) Model: Finnwolf (VL63) Caliber: .243 Winchester Action: Lever Action Barrel Length: Approx. 23 inches Sights: Factory iron sights present Mounts: Sako scope ring mounts included Stock: Figured walnut with factory checkering Serial Number: 8280 Condition: Good to very good condition. Metal retains a strong original finish with light wear. Stock features attractive figured walnut with scattered handling marks and more pronounced wear on the fore-end consistent with field use. Mechanically sound and presents very well overall. There is a minor hairline crack. A professional gunsmith took the gun apart, the first half inch was cracjked throuh the rest is supperficial. He glued and pinned the stock. You can view this in the photos. Price: $2250 Shipping: Shipping, handling and insurance varies on each firearm from $35.00 to $100, depending on size, weight and zip code. To be determined after sale.   Price: $2,250.00 Curio/Relic: Yes Rifle Caliber: .243 Winchester Manufacturer: Sako (Finland) Model: Finnwolf (VL63) Serial Number: 8250 Barrel Length: 23 Condition: Good to very good condition Metal Condition: Good to very good condition Wood Condition: Good Bore Condition: Good to very good condition Item Location: NJ