Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this bolt-action rifle for a penny-start auction, this is the Sako L579 Forester Deluxe.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Sako
Model: L579 Forester Deluxe
Serial: 37701
Date of Manufacture: 1964
Caliber: .243 Winchester
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 23"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Ring Protected Front Post with Adjustable Rear Aperture Sight mounted on Sako’s Integral Tapered Dovetail Scope Rails
Stock/Grips: Walnut Stock w/ Monte Carlo Comb, Skip-Line Textured Pistol-Style Grip and Fore-End with Dark Rosewood Tip
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Factory Etched Floor-Plate of Deer in Woods, and Etched Trigger Guard of Arrow Styled Leaves
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This 1964 Sako L579 Forester Deluxe is a prime example of Finnish gunsmithing, featuring the highly desirable Deluxe Grade presentation trim. Built on Sako’s refined medium bolt action, it features a figured European walnut stock accented by traditional skip-line checkering, a Monte Carlo comb with a raised cheekpiece, and a dark rosewood forend tip and pistol grip cap separated by light-wood spacers. The blued barrel retains its ramped front sight and is fitted with a receiver-mounted rear aperture sight secured directly to Sako’s integral tapered dovetail scope rails. Produced during Sako’s golden era— complete with the prized Swedish "Bofors Steel" cold-hammer-forged barrel—this vintage Forester perfectly balances heirloom-quality craftsmanship with classic medium-action bolt-rifle performance.
Contents:
Model: L579 Forester Deluxe
Serial: 37701
Date of Manufacture: 1964
Caliber: .243 Winchester
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 23"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Ring Protected Front Post with Adjustable Rear Aperture Sight mounted on Sako’s Integral Tapered Dovetail Scope Rails
Stock/Grips: Walnut Stock w/ Monte Carlo Comb, Skip-Line Textured Pistol-Style Grip and Fore-End with Dark Rosewood Tip
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Factory Etched Floor-Plate of Deer in Woods, and Etched Trigger Guard of Arrow Styled Leaves
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This 1964 Sako L579 Forester Deluxe is a prime example of Finnish gunsmithing, featuring the highly desirable Deluxe Grade presentation trim. Built on Sako’s refined medium bolt action, it features a figured European walnut stock accented by traditional skip-line checkering, a Monte Carlo comb with a raised cheekpiece, and a dark rosewood forend tip and pistol grip cap separated by light-wood spacers. The blued barrel retains its ramped front sight and is fitted with a receiver-mounted rear aperture sight secured directly to Sako’s integral tapered dovetail scope rails. Produced during Sako’s golden era— complete with the prized Swedish "Bofors Steel" cold-hammer-forged barrel—this vintage Forester perfectly balances heirloom-quality craftsmanship with classic medium-action bolt-rifle performance.
Contents:
This example will ship with the firearm exclusively.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
We strive to ship orders within the close of the following business day after payment and documentation is received.
Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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About Us
From a small town hobby, to a leader in the investment and collector grade firearms industry. Bryant Ridge Firearms is here to offer the best in quality and customer service when you are looking to unload your collector grade firearm collection. 
Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1191689696 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-08-09 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
640 |
