.17 Remington in a Sako 17 |
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| Warning! Notes: Remington 7 1/2 primers used. Rifle had a Remington factory barrel. Sako 17 Deluxe Model. Its owner reported much success on red fox, crows and prairie dogs. He had tried some Hornady bullets, but concluded Remingtons were more accurate in this rifle. |
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Cartridge History
.17 Remington in a Sako 17The .17 Remington, when chambered in the Sako 17, demonstrates a refined level of precision and balance that only a high-quality European rifle can offer. Known for their crisp triggers, impeccable machining, and smooth cycling, Sako rifles elevate the already impressive performance of this high-velocity varmint round. The .17 Remington’s flat trajectory, minimal recoil, and exceptional accuracy are amplified in the Sako 17’s well-built platform. Whether using factory ammunition or handloads, shooters often report consistent sub-MOA accuracy. The Sako’s cold-hammer-forged barrels ensure longevity and precision, making them ideal for the demanding nature of high-speed .17-caliber shooting. This pairing is especially popular among serious varmint hunters who value both performance and craftsmanship. The Sako 17 brings out the best of the .17 Remington’s capabilities, resulting in a field rifle that is both elegant and deadly effective on small game. |
| Be Alert: Publisher cannot be responsible for errors in published load data. |
| Wt. | Bullet | Powder Manufacturer | Powder | Charge | Velocity (FPS) | |
| 25 | Hornady | IMR | IMR-4320 | Subscribe | 3,703 | |
| Remarks: group: .906 inch | ||||||
| 25 | Hornady | IMR | IMR-4320 | Subscribe | 3,842 | |
| Remarks: group: 1.193 inches | ||||||
| 25 | Hornady | IMR | IMR-4320 | Subscribe | 3,899 | |
| Remarks: group: 1.090 inches | ||||||
| 25 | Hornady | Hodgdon | H-335 | Subscribe | 3,718 | |
| Remarks: group: .976 inch | ||||||
| 25 | Hornady | Hodgdon | H-335 | Subscribe | 3,870 | |
| Remarks: group: .940 inch | ||||||
| 25 | Hornady | Hodgdon | H-335 | Subscribe | 3,915 | |
| Remarks: group: .811 inch | ||||||
| 25 | Hornady | Hodgdon | H-335 | Subscribe | 4,018 | |
| Remarks: group: .679 inch; most accurate load | ||||||
| 25 | Hornady | Hodgdon | H-335 | Subscribe | 3,992 | |
| Remarks: group: .738 inch | ||||||




