Sako Project

[wareagleguy]

I have a Sako Finnlight in 7mm/08 that I am thinking of putting a new barrel and stock on.  I just don't know which way to go but here is what I am thinking.  A 308 or 260 barrel and Mcmilllian stock.  I want a carry rifle that shoots sub MOA.

Any thoughts???
What barral maker makes the best for this rifle.  What contour should I consider for a 24 inch barrel.  Also, I think I want a heavier barrel but not too heavy for a carry.

[charles p]

If you are concidering a 260 or 308, you already have the solution - your 7mm-08.  Even if you rebarrel it, no reason to go to a new caliber, especially if you already have dies, bullets, brass, etc.

[wallynut]

Barrel makers don't really make barrels just for "Sako's", a gunsmith will usually have to take the barrel, machine and thread for your reciever and chamber for your choice in cartridge, cut and recrown the muzzle to length you desire.  Yes, some barrels are made for Remingtons and especially for the Mauser where home gunsmithing has been all the rage.  As for who makes the best barrel, that can be a heated debate and will usually be someone that you can afford and who's eta on delivery is okay with you.  I know one guy that had to wait almost 4 years for a custom barrel from one of the best in the country making cut rifled barrels, too long of a story to repeat on why it took that long.  Obermier(bad spelling) and Kreiger barrels are excellent.  Personally I believe that cut rifled (or Broach cut) barrels are the way to go, but have had good results with hammer forged also.

[Doesniper]

Kreiger barrels I've had on my bench guns have been consistantly accurate. I'd go with the .260 do to the choice of bullets and stiffer barrel to contour ratio. If you want a heavier barrel at 24" I'd go a 3 or 4 contour. Good luck.