Sako s491 6ppc usa scope mounts and rings

[rxshop00]

I have a s491 that I would like to mount a 30mm scope. The mounts and rings on the rifle are original. I have
taken it to a gunsmith????? who said he could not find anything that would work. The current set up is 1 inch.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

[10XSHOOTER]

Have your gunsmith, get a Picatinny rail section and drill and tap it to your action. Then use what ever rings and scope you want!

 

[FredV]

I have a s491 that I would like to mount a 30mm scope. The mounts and rings on the rifle are original. I have
taken it to a gunsmith????? who said he could not find anything that would work. The current set up is 1 inch.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

here's a lead: https://www.midwestgunworks.com/sako/scope-bases-rings.html#/filter:model:Sako$2520491

 

[Capt. Oblivious]

Just get a 2 piece rail from burris (think Leupold also sold them) and fit any scope ring you want

 

[cwebster]

I have a s491 that I would like to mount a 30mm scope. The mounts and rings on the rifle are original. I have
taken it to a gunsmith????? who said he could not find anything that would work. The current set up is 1 inch.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

That's an easy one. Go with Tally bases and rings. Nice set up.

 

[Dean Slater]

I have a s491 that I would like to mount a 30mm scope. The mounts and rings on the rifle are original. I have
taken it to a gunsmith????? who said he could not find anything that would work. The current set up is 1 inch.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Burris makes a 2 piece set of bases that tap onto the actions ring dovetails and then mount 30mm Burris Signature Zee rings with the plastic inserts . Great set up.

 

[Deleted member fkimble@charter.net]

A pic of the current set up would help.

Frank

 

[cayennejon]

Leupold makes 30mm rings for Sako in low, medium and high sets. Easiest way to go.

 

[rxshop00]

Thanks so much Fred V. Just what I am looking for. Well Done.
And yes a picture would have helped,,,,,, just did not think.

 

[nakneker]

There’s lots of options out there. I wouldn’t drill and tap that action, you’ll diminish the look and value of the rifle. I would call Talley first of all or use Leupold, I have both on several Sako’s. You can also go to the Beretta website and get 30mm OptiLock rings in 30mm, I think they only have low in stock currently. I’m sure there’s more options too. Here’s a link to the Beretta sight. I’ll add a couple others too.

Sako & Tikka Opti-Lock Scope Rings - Stainless

OPTILOCK™ scope mount rings and bases are precisely machined out of solid steel to ensure perfect mating with our integral receiver scope mount rails and optimal scope alignment. OPTILOCK™ scope mount rings come clamshell-packed in pairs. Hex key included.

www.beretta.com

SAKO RING MOUNTS | Brownells

These machined steel ringmounts are an excellent, readily available alternative to rings sold by specific firearms manufacturers. Ringmounts are firearm specific and offer superior integrity because they are machined from solid stock. Available in...

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One other thought, you can always call AccuFlite rifles, they are a huge Sako dealer and can tell you quickly what your options are. Here’s the link.

Accuflite Arms - Custom Rifles

accuflitesports.com

 

[rxshop00]

tnx nakneker.
Good info. I fell better about ordering something or at least having someone
to call. I seem to order too many wrong items for one reason or another and
dislike sending order back because of my ignorance.
thanks to all for the help

 

[LeeA]

I've mounted scopes on many Sakos over the years, and much prefer the Weaver bases. They are solid, strong, reasonably priced, and easy to install, although there is a bit of a knack to it. You would need nos. 66 & 67. Here's a set on eBay:

Nos Weaver Scope Mount #66 & #67 Rear & Front Base Coltsman Sako Vixen Forester | eBay

Fits Coltsman Sako Vixen Forester Finn. Your getting a set of NOS, Weaver Scope Mounts. #66 & #67 Rear & Front Base.

www.ebay.com

Also, a pic of one of mine

 

[X Count]

Sako optiloc rings and bases. 3-12x56 meopta meostar in low rings will JUST clear a no3 profile barrel.

May not be the cheapest but is a very tidy way to mount a scope on a classy gun.

 

[rxshop00]

I've mounted scopes on many Sakos over the years, and much prefer the Weaver bases. They are solid, strong, reasonably priced, and easy to install, although there is a bit of a knack to it. You would need nos. 66 & 67. Here's a set on eBay:

Nos Weaver Scope Mount #66 & #67 Rear & Front Base Coltsman Sako Vixen Forester | eBay

Fits Coltsman Sako Vixen Forester Finn. Your getting a set of NOS, Weaver Scope Mounts. #66 & #67 Rear & Front Base.

www.ebay.com

Also, a pic of one of mine
View attachment 1349056

very neat

 

[Jr solocam]

Near Manufacturing - Rifle Scope Bases

Near Manufacturing - Precision scope bases and precision scope rings for SAKO M75, SAKO TRG-42, SAKO M995 TRG-S, Weatherby MKV and SVM, Remington 700, Winchester M70 - WSM, PRE 64, EXPRESS, TIKA-T3. The Ultimate Precision Long Range Scope Base. Superior Design, Materials and Craftsmanship -...

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Talk to this guy if the other options don't meet your expectations.

 

[dgeesaman]

I know I'm late here but I've mounted optics to several such Sakos and I've learned a few things.

Hopefully you haven't had anyone drill/tap that fine older receiver. Completely unnecessary and destructive.

If you can find an older Redfield SDT base set, those go directly on the tapered dovetails and they accept any Leupold turn-in style rings you prefer. In my case, that's Burris Signature. If this option is interesting I may have an extra set of these in my stash.

Sako Optilock bases and rings have a problem - for some reason, new bases on older rifles have always resulted in the scope aiming several *feet* to the left at 100y. Older Sako bases apparently don't do this. It's insane to me that this is possible but I can confirm this using multiple sets of new Sako Optilocks on multiple Sako rifles, and I can also confirm that Beretta is clueless.

 

[ABC1000]

I know I'm late here but I've mounted optics to several such Sakos and I've learned a few things.

Hopefully you haven't had anyone drill/tap that fine older receiver. Completely unnecessary and destructive.

If you can find an older Redfield SDT base set, those go directly on the tapered dovetails and they accept any Leupold turn-in style rings you prefer. In my case, that's Burris Signature. If this option is interesting I may have an extra set of these in my stash.

Sako Optilock bases and rings have a problem - for some reason, new bases on older rifles have always resulted in the scope aiming several *feet* to the left at 100y. Older Sako bases apparently don't do this. It's insane to me that this is possible but I can confirm this using multiple sets of new Sako Optilocks on multiple Sako rifles, and I can also confirm that Beretta is clueless.

I may have an s491 en route and don’t want anything to do with the 1” rings on it. Do you have an extra set to convert to 30mm still?