Any Mauser 77 owners here?

[Blaser K77]

I know we have a Stutzen version, and beautiful it is!

Any other members who can give me some advice on quality and what to expect if I buy one? Are really they as heavy as people purport? I am used to old Sakos which are not lightweight so don’t see it as a problem.

I’ve been curious about Mauser 66/66S and 77 for ages and maybe it’s time to indulge myself? May have a 77 in 6,5x55 in the pipeline which would fit me well I think?

I have been devoted to Sako for ages but I want to expand my horizons so to say.

Any knowledge out there?

 

[HonestJohn]

Love mausers, can’t stand the 66, and esp the 77; awful creations, get a proper 98

 

[Blaser K77]

Thanks for your insightful reply. Much appreciated.

 

[Klenchblaize]

I would love one but there appears to be very few in the UK compared to the M66S. The latter being an itch I've finally scratched as you're probably aware.

K

 

[HonestJohn]

Thanks for your insightful reply. Much appreciated.

sorry, could have elaborated-

The 66 has an exceptionally smooth bolt throw, so tight in tolerances in fact, that any grit or dirt will seize up the action. I’ve had two, and yes, it does happen. Scope mounting is not the easiest to find solutions for, and not cheap. They shoot well. The stocks are hogs back type, so really only pleasurable in standing scenarios. They are not pretty imho, and do not represent what Mauser is.

77 - a decent action. Accurate-ish. Has magazine and lose it and you’re screwed. The stocks have a tendency to split, especially in the mag weld side walls, trigger isn’t the best, but shape is marmite, and stock forend rather thin. It’s got an odd ‘tall’ shape to it in the stock across the mag weld area - I’d take one if it was needed, but I’d take a lot of rifles above one.

The ‘98 series and customs etc are far finer creations imho - what about an early Sako on an FN Mauser 98, similar to the FN and browning high power, made by FN for Sako - finest Sako made, except for the L46 rihiimakii

 

[Blaser K77]

sorry, could have elaborated-

The 66 has an exceptionally smooth bolt throw, so tight in tolerances in fact, that any grit or dirt will seize up the action. I’ve had two, and yes, it does happen. Scope mounting is not the easiest to find solutions for, and not cheap. They shoot well. The stocks are hogs back type, so really only pleasurable in standing scenarios. They are not pretty imho, and do not represent what Mauser is.

77 - a decent action. Accurate-ish. Has magazine and lose it and you’re screwed. The stocks have a tendency to split, especially in the mag weld side walls, trigger isn’t the best, but shape is marmite, and stock forend rather thin. It’s got an odd ‘tall’ shape to it in the stock across the mag weld area - I’d take one if it was needed, but I’d take a lot of rifles above one.

The ‘98 series and customs etc are far finer creations imho - what about an early Sako on an FN Mauser 98, similar to the FN and browning high power, made by FN for Sako - finest Sako made, except for the L46 rihiimakii

Thanks! Now that’s an honest answer!

Well, you are probably right in your assumptions and I will most likely end up with yet another Sako.

I’ve owned at least one of almost every action and model made from L46 to the A-series and currently own 5 L46 och one Sako Magnum Mauser in .375H&H, see pics. It’s still at the gunshop but will get it home soon. Now need a .300H&H for an ”African pair”.

But I want to try and test other brands as well just for the sake of trying new things out.
And the 66/77 have had me hooked for years, even if I can’t explain why?

I too prefer the good old 98 but still like it when engineers try new ideas. Maybe not as good or beautiful but still with some quality. IMHO.

Thanks!!

 

[HonestJohn]

Thanks! Now that’s an honest answer!

Well, you are probably right in your assumptions and I will most likely end up with yet another Sako.

I’ve owned at least one of almost every action and model made from L46 to the A-series and currently own 5 L46 och one Sako Magnum Mauser in .375H&H, see pics. It’s still at the gunshop but will get it home soon. Now need a .300H&H for an ”African pair”.

But I want to try and test other brands as well just for the sake of trying new things out.
And the 66/77 have had me hooked for years, even if I can’t explain why?

I too prefer the good old 98 but still like it when engineers try new ideas. Maybe not as good or beautiful but still with some quality. IMHO.

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That’s an early Sako made by FN correct? You can see the floorplate fixture and the holes drilled on the side of the rear bridge for an aperture sight, and the commercial action / bolt. Also has the FN style stock and checkering, but has a Sako L61r trigger fitted.

 

[HonestJohn]

C-ring?

 

[6pt-sika]

I have been devoted to Sako for ages but I want to expand my horizons so to say.

I’ve had more than a couple Sako’s over the years and I was more than pleased with them as hunting rifles , however maybe ten years ago I bought a used Sako HB single shot in 6mm PPC and with the factory trigger at its least it was still a good bit heavier than I want for a bench rifle paper puncher and I never came close to finding an aftermarket trigger that would get me down in the ounces . But other than that I have no qualms with the manufacturer .

 

[Klenchblaize]

sorry, could have elaborated-

The 66 has an exceptionally smooth bolt throw, so tight in tolerances in fact, that any grit or dirt will seize up the action. They are not pretty imho, and do not represent what Mauser is.

Stock colour is easily changed to something far more pleasing!

K

 

[Blaser K77]

That’s an early Sako made by FN correct? You can see the floorplate fixture and the holes drilled on the side of the rear bridge for an aperture sight, and the commercial action / bolt. Also has the FN style stock and checkering, but has a Sako L61r trigger fitted.

Yes it is, .375H&H.

I’ve owned several in various calibers but mostly those with Sako #4 trigger and side mounted sliding safety. And classic straight stock as opposed to the Monte Carlo versions on American imports called Magnum Mauser.

Earlier versions have a wing safety, non-Sako trigger and you need a tool to open the bottom floorplate.

Mine has a release button.

Great rifles and I need a .300H&H now to make an African Pair!

 

[Blaser K77]

Stock colour is easily changed to something far more pleasing!

K

Or just show it to those who appreciate them?

Just pulling your leg! Depending on how well it shoots, I might actually ”invest” in a beautiful walnut stock but we’ll see?

 

[Blaser K77]

I’ve had more than a couple Sako’s over the years and I was more than pleased with them as hunting rifles , however maybe ten years ago I bought a used Sako HB single shot in 6mm PPC and with the factory trigger at its least it was still a good bit heavier than I want for a bench rifle paper puncher and I never came close to finding an aftermarket trigger that would get me down in the ounces . But other than that I have no qualms with the manufacturer .

Same here, have had a ”few”.

My old 6PPC was a tack driver all original but I ended up selling it back to Finland. Hard to find there apparently?