Browning Safari .22-250 with Leupold M8-4X
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Browning Safari .22-250 with Leupold M8-4X
Browning Safari .22-250 with Leupold M8-4X
📏 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.
Make
Browning
Model
Safari
Caliber
.22-250
Action
Bolt
Capacity
4+1
Barrel length
22"
Overall length
38.4"
Length of pull
14"
Gun weight
7.5lbs