Question about value and modifications to sako AV

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I found someone that has a sako AV for sale he is a gunsmith, and this is one of his personal rifles.

He said he has changed the stock out for a synthetic one, and has a custom mag for it vs the floor plate.

Just wondering what the point of doing that modification would have been and about how much the gun would be worth?

Thanks
 
The original owner didnt like the wood stock.
The owner broke the wood stock and it was cheaper to go synthetic.
The original owner loved the wood stock and didnt want to damage it hunting.
The magazine question I have no idea, I like floor plates on some guns and drop mags on others.
Whats it worth is anyone's guess , but if you like the gun the caliber and the stock and it fits you the price you will pay is priceless when you are happy.
Just my random thoughts.
Rob
 
just cause I want a cheeseburger (I really do im so damn hungry..) I wouldnt pay a random arbitrary amount of money based on my love for said hamburger.

I really need like a range, or approximation of how much an AV would be worth since ill be talking to the guy in the next day or two about buying it from him.
 
The Sako AV is excellent, one of the best models of Sako's long line of fine rifles.

The value of the rifle is a function of its condition and whether or not everything is original.
Collectors prefer rifles unmodified, and because the Sako you describe has been modified, its resale value will be significantly decreased.
An excellent condition Sako AV, pristine without any modifications, can sell for $900 - $1800, depending on the model (Hunter at low end, Deluxe at high end of scale).

Since the seller is a gunsmith, and he's the person who did the modifications, request that all of the original parts to be replaced prior to the sale.
If he refuses, then don't buy the rifle. ... However, if you are tempted anyway because you must have a Sako AV (and I understand the need), then PM me .. I might sell you mine.
 
You need to find out more about the custom mag on the rifle. If it is a one of a kind then i wouldn't touch it unless the original parts are included and still fit.
 
Not sure if this is the case, but years ago you could purchase a "detachable" magazine for the Sako. It was an easy 5 minute replacement for the "drop floor plate" mag. I purchased one for my Fiberclass in 300WM but decided I didn't really see any advantage to a detach mag. The Sako is the best hunting rig I've ever held, it's one of those, "if I could only have ONE", that you'd want to keep. Best of luck in your decision.
 
The Sakos of that time are known for having plain stocks. Might just have got tired of looking at it. ;) My AV's just gotten a new barrel and gonna get a new stock as well for that reason. Detachable mags sure beat loading and unloading the gun every time if you get in and out of a vehicle a lot.

Grizz
 
big boar said:
Not sure if this is the case, but years ago you could purchase a "detachable" magazine for the Sako. It was an easy 5 minute replacement for the "drop floor plate" mag. I purchased one for my Fiberclass in 300WM but decided I didn't really see any advantage to a detach mag. The Sako is the best hunting rig I've ever held, it's one of those, "if I could only have ONE", that you'd want to keep. Best of luck in your decision.
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I have a couple of these detachable mags for my Sako, and like you say, as long as you keep the original floorplate/mag box/spring/follower they can be reverted.

Here are some pictures of mine:

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I've lost track of the number of guys I know of that have... Lost their mag...Forgot their mag (10+ hours from home)....Dropped/lost mag on trail twice(found it lucky)...damaged the mag and couldn't use(won't feed) till fixed=(dropping or the more common-dinging the lips whilst in their pocket or pack). Most everyone likes removable mags but for the most part, unless you're military or want more firepower with multiple mags, I prefer the drop down floor plate. You're right, it makes for convenience when getting in and out of the truck but even then you still stand the chance of the above mentioned problems and only save yourself about 7 secs. I'm in the minority for sure.
 
To add some more info, he has both stocks/floor plate still, and he mentioned that the mag was special ordered from sako so its not a 1 off manufactured nightmare (hopfully)

Im still waiting to hear back more information he said he was really backed up this weekend and would send me all the info and pics on monday. So when I get more information ill post it for you guys.

Thanks for all the help so far!
 
I dont see an issue with removable mag and on an early morning departure it is nice to have a loaded mag in the pocket to slip into the rifle when you are legal etc. Just have to be very careful to seat the magazine fully!!!

The one observation that I am aware of with the Sako magazine fed rifles is that the mag prevented seating the bullets out very far and as a result the bullet leade "may" be excessive for best accuracy ... I said "may" not will!
 
If the synthetic stock is a quality one like a McMillan, and he has both stock and all parts, it could easily be worth $1500 for the pkg.
 
I sold my AV 30/06 a year or so ago. It was in near perfect condition, low rounds, in a new McMillan stock for $1300/$1400 I think.
If that helps?
 
I look at it like modifying your car , some ( very few ) mods add value to your car , but the vast majority do not , but they make us happy and that's why we do it . I like to break it down into the parts cost , & wether or not I want or desire them , and price them accordingly . Just cause some one puts 10000 into a project , doesn't make it worth that on the used market .
 
Friend, if it is a 308win or a 243win calibre, Sako did a short run with detachable magazine in the mid 80's, I have one and it works great, just dont loose it, very impossible to replace!!
I have not seen anyother factory mag for a Sako, but there was a fellow in Southern Ontario with a small machine shop that offered a detachable mag conversion. My friend who is a gunsmith did these conversions for years, up to the late 1990's!
post some pictures of the mag conversion, there were alot of test batch's of the 308 family, so who knows what else was available?

great rifles, i would buy it if the price is reasonable!

cheers Dale Z!
 
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