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Thread: Sako 85 in 6.5x55 - should I?

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  1. 04-07-2017, 08:46 AM #9
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    Quote Originally Posted by Gibo View Post
    You are so full of it
    You've drunk the Sako Kool aid.

    Quote Originally Posted by gimp View Post
    As the owner of a .260 Sako I'd suggest a 6.5x55, as I think that .260 is a little bit too long for a short action - I'm at max mag length to seat out near the lands, as my throat wears I'll be unable to seat out further.

    Now there is some thoughtful input, how long is the shank? Able to cut it back a few mill, re tap and chamber?
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