SAKO S20 - First Look

SAKO’s new S20 is a modular rifle that allows the shooter to tailor a rifle to ever-changing shooting needs. Whether it be a day at the range dinging steel, a two-day PRS match, or a tromp through the hunting fields, the S20 is up to the task.
The S20 is available in 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, .308 Win, .243 Win, .30-’06 Spring, .270 Win, 7mm Rem. Mag., and .300 Win. Mag. While that is a wide range of cartridges, the S20 comes in one action length that accommodates them all. The traditionally short-action cartridges have shorter bolt travel than the long-action cartridges because SAKO uses the bolt stop to control travel. It’s a similar arrangement to what we’ve seen on the Tikka rifles.
The S20 has an integral Picatinny-rail scope base, so mounting an optic has never been easier. There are 20- and 24-inch barrel lengths available, with all barrels coming threaded from the manufacturer.
The barreled action attaches via three action screws into the aluminum chassis and allows for the use of interchangeable stocks and forends. One forend is wide and flat on the bottom and has M-Lok slots near the forend tip. The other forend is slender and intended for carry in the field. The buttstock options include a thumbhole stock and a vertical grip/flat toe stock that rides rear bags well. Five- and 10-round magazines are available and leave plenty of room internally to seat bullets long to accommodate throat wear or individual handloading practices.
No other rifle comes from the factory with so many options. Better yet, a shooter can buy the S20 for what they envision is its primary role and then pick up any additional accessories as needed. Price on the street for the SAKO S20 starts at $1,600.
For more information, visit sako.fi.
SAKO S20 Specifications
Type: Bolt action
Cartridge: 6.5 Creedmoor (tested)
Capacity: 5 rds.
Barrel: 24 in., cold hammer forged (CHF)
Overall Length: 45 in. to 45.5 in.
Weight: 8 lbs., 7 oz.
Stock: Composite-clad aluminum chassis
Length of Pull: 13.75 in. to 14.25 in.
Finish: Gray Cerakote (stainless steel)
Sights: None
Trigger: 2 lbs. (tested); adjustable
Safety: Two position lever
MSRP: $1,700 (S20 Hunter); $1,800 (S20 Precision)
Manufacturer: SAKO, sako.fi

[@ScreamingSkullSaloon]

I just picked up my Sako S20 Precision Chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor last month. Currently waiting to receive the Hunter Stocks for mine. I have decided to go with the Nightforce NX8 4-32x50 with the Tremor3 reticle and going to order a 3HGR Takedown QD Sling that was designed for the S20 Rifle as I will also use this rifle for Deer Hunting occasionally. Can't wait to hit the range with it!

[@Erik7prc]

Does the barrel heat up quick? It looks a little thin. does the accuracy fall off after a 5 shot group. I'm interested in this one

[@SS-tr5ru]

Handled one today and I’ll definitely be getting one

[@rpk5250]

Great video. How does this rifle compare to the Bergara b-14 hmr?

[@Mike-xi4zt]

What is the barrel tenon thread diameter and threads per inch. The threads that screw into the receiver. Consumers may need to replace the barrel after the warranty period and a usable thread for after market barrel makers is a go or no go for getting this rifle.

[@brandonyoung7760]

Finally someone who says Sako the right way

[@Kelly-sd2se]

Nice review. How would you compare this hunter version to the Benelli lupo?

[@DV-cm3tb]

Smoother action on this one, Lupo is lighter. If all you are doing if hunting, I like the Lupo more. Lupo is also less expensive.

[@FiringPinProductions]

Is the Sako One Optilock factory optic mounting solution compatible with standard Sako interface rings (like Sphur rings) or just the ones Sako is selling with the Optilock base?

[@thomaslapointe4671]

Great Content Sir, Just Got my Hands on One and Purchased it, Also Plan to Scan Blue Lydar the Geometry of the Aluminum Frame to build a Custom Black Walnut "Figured" Thumbhole Stock with a Hybrid between Wide Flat Bottom Tactical Forend and the Hunter Forend ! Collecting a Few Available Rounds in 6.5 PRC, to She what "She" Shoot Well

[@Jarama1989]

Saturday i will get mine :-)

[@thomaslapointe4671]

Great Review Brother, Very Interested in this in 6.5 prc, Primarily for LR Hunting, Love the Smooth 3 Lug Action over the 2 Lug Tikka. Trying to find Out, If the Barrel to Action Threads are same as the Tikka T3 1.062 x 16, So the Possibilty of Upgrading to a Proof Research Carbon Barrel

[@johnowens178]

Did you ever find out what the threads are?

[@Scottyman99]

Beautiful. Accurate?

[@duhni4551]

On par with TRG-22

[@maxshark1302]

Sweet gun....

[@Scottyman99]

Slow twist rates. Unfortunate.

[@andrewtanczyk4009]

1/10

[@ulisessalas6420]

Sweeet!!!!!

[@isellcatlitter]

suppress 7 mm or .300 magnum... lol... on the other hand, great hunting, sniper, or target rifle... obsolete for a front line weapon.... i still want one...