The T-3 is a fine shooting gun for sure. It's designed to compete with (price wise) Remington, Ruger, Winchester, and etc. Because of this fact the rifle is a compermise. Plastic parts and a "one size fits all" action and clip. The only thing that a T-3 shares with a Sako is the same factory. The action is fine if you are getting a .270, 30-06 or any other long cartridge. All in all a good gun for the money.