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  1. 24-11-2023, 05:18 PM #1
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    Sako Finnlights are the perfect weight for a hunting rifle in NZ

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    Quote Originally Posted by 7mmsaum View Post
    Sako Finnlights are the perfect weight for a hunting rifle in NZ

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    So a bit heavier than a t3 is the sweet spot eh
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    Quote Originally Posted by 7mmsaum View Post
    Sako Finnlights are the perfect weight for a hunting rifle in NZ

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    I actually had an 85 finnlight 2, which never actually made it to my safe before I decided I'd rather have a rifle half the price with twice as much character.
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