Rick [48thguns] I recieved some info. from Sako today my rifle was made in 1984-1985 it is a Stoeger import which I understand these rifles are still in demand? My gunsmith says all of the pre-model 75 guns are better than the model 75 I really dont know but this rifle will never be for sale I am looking for more of these rifles. Also I am working on some loads for it using the Sierra GameKing bullets. The only problem I have with thes gun is it is almost too nice to hunt with I am terrified I will scratch it most of my"hunting " rifles are stainless/synthetic again thanks for all of the help chad