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Re: SAKO .308 AII L579 (1979 purchased new) Twist Rate I didn't try the "tight patch method' as I wasn't keen on getting a patch stuck in the rifling. Another guys who specializes in Custom Sako's of the early 1980's reckons the .308's of that time have a 1:10 rifle twist and the more recent...

Re: Why the .308? Why? I grew up with .303's as kid. Hated the Lee Enfield it kicked like a mule; oh the pain. Then we tried Bren Guns as kids, that was great, less kick. Then came the time to learn about the SLR in 7.62mm, ahh less pain, then the Heavier barreled auto SLR, Mmm great. Then...

Re: SAKO .308 AII L579 (1979 purchased new) Twist Rate Cheers 308sako I emailed Winchester, they reckon the .308 is 1:11 and as you said .222 is 1:14. "push a tight patch and mark the rods revolution" That's what I'll do tomorrow.

I've looked at the SAKO web site and downloaded the pdf document regarding "Old Models" but I can not find any information on the twist rate. Also googled lots of sites but I can't really get a definite answer. I've been told that its got 1 in 12 twist rate but others have said its 1 in 11...

Re: Best .308 factory match ammo <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Evoar</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am just curious what factory match ammo is prefered. I just purchased a new .308 and don't have the change to work up a load right now. My...