The new Sako 90

The production of the highly regarded and widely used Sako 85 bolt-action rifle was discontinued last year. Now, the Finnish firearms manufacturer presents its successor, the Sako 90.

The new hunting bolt-action rifle Sako 90 combines traditional and innovative features. At its core, the Sako 90 is a bolt-action rifle with a three-lug bolt, offering five different system types. This is intended to ensure both weight optimization and an optimal bolt-action experience. Sako places particular emphasis on a smooth mechanism. Therefore, the manufacturing of the bolt and system sleeve has been carefully monitored to ensure maximum smoothness. According to the manufacturer, the hunter can cycle the rifle while maintaining the target.

Additional features of the new Sako 90:

Notable are the excellent locking characteristics of the Sako 90. The adjustment screw for setting the trigger weight is clearly visible. A new feature of the Sako 90 is the distinction in the system: there is either a Picatinny rail or a traditional 17-millimeter prism rail. 

Furthermore, all models feature a cold-hammered barrel, some of which are even equipped with a carbon coating. The rifles have a lever safety that not only blocks the trigger but also the firing pin and additionally locks the chamber. For safe unloading, the Sako 90 has a button in front of the safety that can release the chamber lock while in the safe position. Without disassembly, the hunter can adjust the trigger of the new rifle: there is a screw in front of the trigger that allows the choice between five different trigger weights. The trigger blade can also be adjusted to fit the shooter's trigger finger perfectly. Other features of the Sako 90 vary by model: 

Available models 

Sako 90 Quest Ultra:

 A particularly lightweight rifle with a Sako carbon stock and high ergonomics. The barrel is equipped with a carbon sleeve. The weapon comes factory-equipped with a muzzle brake, which ensures pleasant shooting behavior, even with large calibers. 

Sako 90 Quest: 

This version also features the Sako carbon stock and high ergonomics. However, unlike the Ultra variant, it lacks the striking color design of the Quest Ultra and the barrel coating.

Sako 90 Peak: 

According to Sako, one of the lightest rifles on the market. The weapon is equipped with a synthetic stock and is specifically tailored to the needs of mountain hunters. It also features a muzzle brake and an integrated Picatinny rail for optics mounting. 

Sako 90 Bavarian: 

As the name suggests, this is a more traditional rifle with a Bavarian-stylized wooden stock and optional open sights. It particularly addresses the needs of stand hunters in Central Europe. The walnut stock features a Bavarian cheek piece and a pig back. 

Sako 90 Adventure:

This model of the new series is particularly weather-resistant. The adjustable stock is reinforced with carbon fibers, and the rifle features a fluted barrel. 

Sako 90 Hunter: 

This is a more classic rifle with a walnut stock and open sights. It is suitable, for example, for driven hunts or stand hunting. 

Sako 90 Varmint: 

As the name suggests, this weapon is specifically designed for hunting at long distances. It features a system and barrel made of stainless steel and a wooden stock. Depending on the model variant, the surfaces are finished with a Cerakote or tungsten-Cerakote finish or simply left in stainless steel. 

The various models of the Sako 90 are available in Germany through Manfred Alberts GmbH. The rifles are available in a wide range of calibers, including "classic" and more unusual calibers. Barrel lengths vary by model and caliber between 61, 57, or 51 centimeters. Prices for the new Sako 90 start in Germany at approximately 2,665 euros (RRP).