Why Are Sako Rifles so expensive?

TheTooner said:
Because enough people will pay that much. You get those people to stop paying and Sako will find ways to make their rifles cheaper.
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They could easily make their rifles cheaper, but that would require cutting corners and sacrificing on fit, finish and QC, much like Remington and Savage, but that's not the market they are going after.
 
dgradinaru said:
Why are Sako rifles so expensive compare to other European Rifles like CZ. They should be priced like a CZ. Whats so special about SAKO?
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"Other European Rifles"

CZ is one of the "bargain brands" in Europe. They're generally cheaper and of lower quality than most other European brands. Typically, "other" European brands are Mauser, Styer-Mannlicher, Sauer, Blaser, etc. You also have to realize that the market for hunting firearms in Europe is vastly different than here in North America. In Western Europe, hunting has always been an activity primarily partaken in by the aristocracy and the wealthy/upper classes. This means the rifles will be targeted to those with larger disposable incomes where appearances and tastes in goods are important to their social standing, as well as there is a general desire to obtain "luxury" goods.

"Mercedes should be priced like a Honda. What's so special about Mercedes?"
 
I have owned and recently traded a SAKO 85 and it was the nices rifle I owned, I traded it because of the calibre and because I despaired taking it afield incase I damaged it. The prettiest rifle I have ever seen was a different SAKO, the wood was exquisite.

If you want art buy a SAKO if you want quality budget guns go some where else.
 
Since you are asking the question, SAKO is clearly not for you... that's OK. There are firearm options for everyone.
 
The 75s, 85s, and TRGs are beautiful rifles. They are worth the $2000 range, but I do not feel Sako has gone the extra mile with their stocks and finish on the $3000+ hunting models to warrant the additional costs. Sako does make cheaper rifles for the North American market; Tikkas and A7s. I have owned several custom rifles from some of the big names here in Canada, and I would rather have an 85. I sold or traded all but one of my custom builds as I was only carrying my 85s in the field.

Get a 75 or 85 in hand, on the range, or borrow a friend's rifle for a hunt and you will figure it out quickly.
 
The first Sako i bought was in the early 80's. $375 for a barreled action in 264 win mag, damn i should have bought all i could haul home. :D I wouldn't pay 2000 or more for one they are nice but not that nice for a hunting rig. I'm surprised there are no complaints yet about being ripped off buy excess dealer mark up, as that is the common theme in imported stuff.
 
On this 3000 dollar thing many firearm manufacturers sell a deluxe version of their rifles. The Sako 85s that I'd be interested in these days run more in the 1700-2000$ range I wouldn't be interested in their higher end rifles but that's just me. I wouldn't be interested in a Custom Deluxe Winchester or Custom Shop Remington either.
 
NL-Hunter said:
I have been searching for Sako/Tikka barreled actions, coming up short in Canada. Area they available anywhere in Canada still?

To OP: Maybe they use better steel...

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And conduct actual proof testing, when was the last time a NA built rifle had that credential stamped on the barrel?
 
A CZ and a SAKO will both do the same thing.

A Happy Meal and a T-bone steak smothered in mushrooms will both make a turd.

I don't like Happy Meals.
 
Bowie said:
Good for you. If you went for the Axis, you could afford even more ammo.
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I doubt if Axis owners have any cash for ammo left after pissing their pennies into an after market trigger and stock. Nothing like an $800.00 POS though to make a Sako look like a real bargin.
 
Ar180shooter said:
"Other European Rifles"

CZ is one of the "bargain brands" in Europe. They're generally cheaper and of lower quality than most other European brands. Typically, "other" European brands are Mauser, Styer-Mannlicher, Sauer, Blaser, etc. You also have to realize that the market for hunting firearms in Europe is vastly different than here in North America. In Western Europe, hunting has always been an activity primarily partaken in by the aristocracy and the wealthy/upper classes. This means the rifles will be targeted to those with larger disposable incomes where appearances and tastes in goods are important to their social standing, as well as there is a general desire to obtain "luxury" goods.

"Mercedes should be priced like a Honda. What's so special about Mercedes?"
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You got it wrong.....you cant go Euro VS. Asian.......stick to Euro Vs Euro.

perhaps a Mercedes Should be priced like a Volkswagen. Whats So special about Mercedes?.:p;)
 
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