The Sako 90 Hunter (J05258) is a bolt-action hunting rifle chambered in 308 Win, built for the traditional game hunter who wants a classically styled rifle with modern precision engineering and a stainless steel and walnut combination that performs as well as it looks. This 308 Win bolt-action hunting rifle pairs a cold hammer forged stainless steel barrel with a Grade 2 walnut stock and the refined Sako 90 action into a durable, accurate, and field-ready package.
Key Features
- Part number: J05258
- Caliber: 308 Win
- Barrel length: 22.4 inches, cold hammer forged, stainless steel
- Twist rate: 1:10 right hand
- Action: Bolt action, broached receiver with three-lug bolt
- Stock: Grade 2 walnut with raised cheekpiece, checkered grip and forend, rubber buttpad
- Receiver: Stainless steel with Sako Optilock mounting system
- Magazine capacity: 5 rounds, detachable
- Sights: No sights included, optics-ready receiver
- Weight: 6.8 pounds
- Trigger: Multi-position adjustable single-stage, five pull weight settings
- Safety: Two-position thumb safety
Special Features
- The broached receiver is manufactured by pushing bolt-shaped cutting tools through the steel to create an internal surface that matches the bolt locking lug profile exactly, producing one of the smoothest cycling bolt actions available in a factory hunting rifle.
- The cold hammer forged barrel eliminates the need for a break-in period and delivers out-of-the-box accuracy that holds up across a long service life.
- The Sako Optilock receiver system provides a direct and secure optics mounting platform compatible with Sako rings and a wide range of aftermarket mount solutions.
- The multi-position trigger offers five pull weight settings that are adjustable without any disassembly, and the trigger blade position is also independently adjustable to fit different hand sizes.
- The dual plunger ejector on the bolt was verified through over five million dry cycles without malfunction, providing the kind of extraction reliability that matters most in the field.
- The ultra-short 70-degree bolt throw allows fast follow-up cycling while keeping the shooter's hand close to the grip and their eye on target.
- The recessed muzzle crown protects the rifling from contact damage during field carry and promotes consistent pressure release at the muzzle for repeatable accuracy.
Practical Benefits
- The 308 Win chambering gives you access to one of the most proven and widely available centerfire hunting cartridges on the market, with factory loads suited to everything from whitetail deer to elk at practical hunting distances.
- The Grade 2 walnut stock with checkered grip and forend gives you a secure hold in wet or cold conditions without sacrificing the classic appearance that defines a traditional hunting rifle.
- The stainless steel metal work handles moisture exposure in the field without the maintenance demands of a blued finish, so your rifle stays protected through early morning frost, rain, and all-day carries.
- The detachable 5-round magazine allows fast reloads and clean removal for transport, while the adjustable trigger lets you set a pull weight that matches your experience level and hunting conditions.
- Whether you are posting up for a morning whitetail hunt, packing into elk country, or putting rounds on paper at the range to prepare for season, the Sako 90 Hunter (J05258) in 308 Win delivers the accuracy and reliability you need when the shot counts.
The Sako 90 Hunter (J05258) in 308 Win is a confident choice for the traditional hunter who wants a rifle that combines Finnish craftsmanship, proven bolt-action performance, and classic walnut and stainless aesthetics into one capable and versatile hunting tool.
| MANUFACTURER | SAKO |
| MODEL | 90S |
| CALIBER | 308 WIN |
| TYPE | RIFLE |
| IMPORTER | BERETTA USA |