New to Gun Nutz WONDERING ABOUT problems/opinions on SAKO A7 .270

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I am looking for my first hunting rifle,I have narrowed it down to the tikka t3 in .270 as well as browning .270 Xbolt But most of my curiosity has been peaked with the good and bad of the SAKO A7 .270 Win..Would love to hear about personal experiences good and bad
 
The biggest problem that I'm aware of are owners who load the magazine incorrectly by forcing the cartridges down through the feed lips rather than the proper way of feeding them which is to depress the follower with the head of the cartridge and slide the cartridges under the feed lips. What happens eventually by shoving the cartridges through the feed lips is that they spread and won't properly retain the rounds. But try to explain that to some who argue when you show them the proper way and blame the rifle. The A7 is a great firearm and a sort of hybrid between the T3 and the 85.
 
I own the Sako A7 Roughtech in .270 Win and absolutely love it.

I've only shot 130 gr, but have observed the accuracy is better than my friend's Weatherby Vanguard Range Certified off a lead-sled. Slight velocity increase out of the slightly longer barrel has been noticed. It really likes the Hornady Whitetails for some reason (.25 MOA @ 100). Reloads, I find that I need to push the shoulders back a slight bit more or have trouble closing the bolt on a tight chamber.

Magazines, as noted above, seem to be an issue for some. They are expensive although in over 500 rounds, and a few hunting trips, I have had no problems.

Overall I'm happy with the gun. It has been exceptional with my best group of 1.25" at 300 yards, and 0.2" at 100 yards shot prone off a bipod, although I believe I can improve it as I threw together a quick ladder test and haven't gone back to check for other nodes, played with other powder/bullets
 
^lol! the spank, he is so fascinated with big foot!
I have an A7, not in 270, but 7mm-08 and love it. No problems. I have been told not to shoot it with bi-pods, the stock may come apart at the front stud.
 
Actually two-dogs Bigfoot doesn't fascinate me it's the Bigfoot chasers that get my curiosity. I would like to know what makes them believe in mythical creatures to the point they believe in their existence and feel a need to prove their beliefs are valid?
 
the spank said:
Actually two-dogs Bigfoot doesn't fascinate me it's the Bigfoot chasers that get my curiosity. I would like to know what makes them believe in mythical creatures to the point they believe in their existence and feel a need to prove their beliefs are valid?
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I think you been sipping on some beer, my friend! I know you said you don't touch the stuff, but your words show evidence to that of a partially juiced man! Come on now, did your curiosity get the better of you, and you grabbed a case of Kelly's favorite, that good old SK Boh?
 
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I think you been sipping on some beer, my friend! I know you said you don't touch the stuff, but your words show evidence to that of a partially juiced man! Come on now, did your curiosity get the better of you, and you grabbed a case of Kelly's favorite, that good old SK Boh?
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Sober as a judge t-dogs! The last time I can recall buying a beer was 1995. Bought a case, brought it home and thought why did I do that? I can't stand the stuff. Opened up a bottle and by the first sip congirmed what I already knew. Hate the taste of it. Poured the rest of the bottle down the sink and gave the rest of the case away. If I am sounding juiced it must be on lemon water?!!
 
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I have been told not to shoot it with bi-pods, the stock may come apart at the front stud.
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Yeah that's a good point! The Roughtech has the composite stock, and I haven't had a problem, but I should have clarified that when I mentioned shooting with a bipod.

Crazy thread hijack, boys. Legendary perhaps....
 
This is right out of the box with Hornadys SSTs - 12 rounds. Start from the top right and work your way left and down. This is out of the box at 100y with a Burris 3 n 9 by 30 - package deal from Al Flahertys. First 6 make the biggest hole and then starting adjusting...


Now a bit later, again at 100 I shot this 12ish shots and adjusted accordingly.

 
I own a few Tikka and a Sako A7. Love them both, The sako is a lot nicer being more metal parts, But all of them shoot awesome and a pleasure to carry. The Tikkas are .22-250, .300winmag and .2506. The A7 is .308
 
Yes I did sorry been away for the past week I appreciate all the information on it I think I will be going with the a7 now I need to decide on the caliber....anyone had luck with taking down big game with a .270?
 
Haha, indeed.

What kind of "big game" do you have in mind?

I like my .270 Win for deer and will try elk eventually. Can shoot deer dead at 300 on the prairies. Haven't attempted further because I've found its easier to walk closer ;)

If I could have done it differently, I might have gone with a 7 mm for better BC and reported better terminal ballistics in some of the bullet selections.

Again, your mileage will heavily vary.
 
All three rifles you mentioned are quality guns and would outlive your grand-kids.

A 270 is also more than enough caliber for just about anything save a pissed off Grizzly.

Everyone has their favourite calibers. I know more than a couple guys who hunt Eastern Moose with a 270 (I hunt them with a 7.08).

The caliber is a little more restricted in what bullets it will shoot compared to 308/30.06's, but that just gives you reason to own a few guns instead of one that can do it all.

If you are a "one gun" guy then a 308 or 30.06 might better serve all your potential needs. But if you are looking for a rifle that is more than adequate to kill anything in the deer/moose family or even black bears, then the 270 IS more than good enough.
 
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