Sako L579 forester model year info

[68 c10]

Can any tell me how to figure out the year my Sako L579 Forester 243win was made and a approximate value? Serial #98*** . Thanks It has sako scope mounts and a scope and strap.

 

[scottbitterman]

without the original hang tag there is no precise way to know when the rifle was built but based on the hang tag info we have a rough estimate would be 1970 or 1971.As far as value with out pictures its tough to even giv an estimate.standard or deluxe will make a difference condition will make a difference and to some degree the scope will as well.scopes dont add much value unless they are high end models

 

[paulsonconstruction]

One sees this question a lot from first time posters. You must think we are all quite gifted to assume we can appraise a rifle over the internet, sight unseen, based only on the serial number & the fact it has a "scope, scope mounts, & a strap". All of unknown condition & origin. Believe me when I say we are not that gifted.

 

[bloorooster]

Our only real gift is this forum...along with ones personal studies of auction sites such as Gunbroker and such. Best to watch these sites and look for comparable models in simlar conditions as the rifle you own. some prices you will see will be higher than they should be and some will be lower than you imagined.
One of the answers I see the most is this...The value of a firearm or anything else of value for that matter..is the sum of what the seller and the buyer agree to and walk away smiling. The exact total is between you and the other guy. One man will only pay what he justifies and the other will only sell for what he feels is fair.....the rest is simple barter.~Bloorooster

 

[stonecreek]

Can any tell me how to figure out the year my Sako L579 Forester 243win was made and a approximate value? Serial #98*** . Thanks It has sako scope mounts and a scope and strap.

Many folks on this forum are well versed on current Sako values, although there is always room for some difference of opinion.

But it is essential to know the configuration and grade (there are at least four different possibilities for your Forester), the condition (which is best illustrated with clear close-up photos), and the particulars of any accessories like the make (and even height) of the scope mounts, and the make, model, and condition of the scope itself. The basic description of your gun would include one worth $500 (a standard sporter model with beat up, cracked stock; corroded metal; and throw-away Chinese scope) to one worth $5,000 (a unique Deluxe grade Mannlicher NIB with an expensive Swarovski scope in original high Sako extension rings). Your rifle probably falls somewhere in between, but without details it is impossible to say just where.

 

[16b410]

68 c10... Pictures will help us to give you a good guess at value, and we get to benefit at the same time by seeing a beautiful Sako.