📏 Specifications

Model: Browning Safari bolt-action, Sako-made action, chambered for .22‑250 Remington 

Barrel:  22″ 

Receiver: Finely machined Sako action with polished controls and tight fit; Belgian craftsmanship

Trigger: Typically matched factory Canjar trigger, ~2.5 lb pull

Stock: Hand‑checkered walnut with Monte Carlo length‑of‑pull 14″ 

Weight: Around 7.5–8 lb (heavy barrel variants slightly more)

Optic: Leupold M8 fixed‑power scope, here the 4× model; renowned for clarity, durability, and lifetime warranty 

Scope Mount: Browning-style bases with rings; mounting quality affects windage adjustment 

🛠️ Build & Features

Barrel Quality: Hand-lapped, precision‑rifled steel with exceptional finish and longevity

Action Performance: Smooth bolt lift; extractor fit is tight and reliable 

Stock & Ergonomics: Premium walnut, beautifully proportioned, sumptuous fit-to-metal

Aesthetic Grade: “Safari Grade” rifles feature deluxe finishes—fine engraving, checkering, and straight-grain walnut 

🎯 Performance & Experience

Accuracy: Known to deliver sub‑MOA groups with quality .22‑250 loads; Canjar trigger (~2.5 lb) provides crisp breaks 

Optic Suitability: The M8‑4× is bright and sharp at medium ranges (<400 yds); mounts require proper alignment to maximize scope adjustment

Handling: Balanced, elegant feel; pencil barrel keeps weight down while maintaining precision 

✔️ Highlights & Considerations

Pros:

Exceptional craftsmanship from Sako/Browning “Safari” series

Accurate, reliable, and visually stunning

Durable Leupold M8 provides good glass quality and lifetime support

Considerations:

Rifle values average around $1,400–2,000 used; collector-grade (Safari) models cost more

Fixed 4× magnification may limit flexibility at longer ranges—lighting and mounting alignment are key

Proper ring/base installation is essential to preserve windage/elevation adjustment 

🏁 Bottom Line

The Browning Safari .22‑250 with a Leupold M8‑4× is an elegant, high-performing package built for hunters and varmint shooters who value precision, beauty, and tradition. It offers tight accuracy, crisp trigger, and a dependable optics upgrade in a classic and collectible platform.