SAKO AIII 30-06 MANNLICHER
Used
In Stock
$1400.00
Specifications
Category
Rifles
Manufacturer
SAKO
Caliber
.30-06 Springfield
Description
The Sako AIII Mannlicher is a bolt-action carbine produced by Sako of Finland, primarily between 1978 and 1981. It is characterized by its full-length "Mannlicher-style" walnut stock and is part of the L61R Finnbear long-action family.
Key Features
Action: The AIII is a long-action receiver (identical in length to the earlier L61R and later AV) designed for standard and magnum cartridges.
Bolt Design: Features a bolt shroud at the rear of the bolt, which was an upgrade over the earlier L61R to protect the shooter from escaping gases.
Stock: A full-length European-style checkered walnut stock with a Monte Carlo comb, a raised cheekpiece, and often a rosewood-capped forend.
Barrel: Typically features a 20-inch barrel. Earlier Sako Mannlicher models sometimes had 23-inch barrels, but the AIII/L61R variants were almost exclusively carbine-length.
Calibers: Commonly chambered in .30-06 Springfield, .270 Winchester, and occasionally magnum calibers like 7mm Remington Magnum or .300 Win Mag.
Comparison: AIII vs. AV
The AIII was a short-lived transitional model. It was succeeded by the AV (or A-V) around 1981.
Tang Length: The most significant mechanical difference is the rear tang, which is longer on the AV than on the AIII.
Caliber Markings: On the AIII, caliber designations are typically stamped on top of the barrel, whereas on most AV models, they are stamped on the left side.
Market Value & Rarity
Sako Mannlicher carbines generally command a 10%–20% premium over standard half-stock Sako rifles of the same era due to their aesthetic appeal and relative rarity. Collectors often look for the "pre-Garcia" or earlier Finnbear markings, though the AIII is respected for its updated safety features and refined bolt shroud
Key Features
Action: The AIII is a long-action receiver (identical in length to the earlier L61R and later AV) designed for standard and magnum cartridges.
Bolt Design: Features a bolt shroud at the rear of the bolt, which was an upgrade over the earlier L61R to protect the shooter from escaping gases.
Stock: A full-length European-style checkered walnut stock with a Monte Carlo comb, a raised cheekpiece, and often a rosewood-capped forend.
Barrel: Typically features a 20-inch barrel. Earlier Sako Mannlicher models sometimes had 23-inch barrels, but the AIII/L61R variants were almost exclusively carbine-length.
Calibers: Commonly chambered in .30-06 Springfield, .270 Winchester, and occasionally magnum calibers like 7mm Remington Magnum or .300 Win Mag.
Comparison: AIII vs. AV
The AIII was a short-lived transitional model. It was succeeded by the AV (or A-V) around 1981.
Tang Length: The most significant mechanical difference is the rear tang, which is longer on the AV than on the AIII.
Caliber Markings: On the AIII, caliber designations are typically stamped on top of the barrel, whereas on most AV models, they are stamped on the left side.
Market Value & Rarity
Sako Mannlicher carbines generally command a 10%–20% premium over standard half-stock Sako rifles of the same era due to their aesthetic appeal and relative rarity. Collectors often look for the "pre-Garcia" or earlier Finnbear markings, though the AIII is respected for its updated safety features and refined bolt shroud