Optilock Sako Short Base, Stainless Steel

• Steel construction: A steel base gives the scope mounting system a rigid foundation, helping the optic stay aligned under recoil and repeated field use.
• Stainless steel finish: The stainless steel version is a practical match for stainless rifles and adds corrosion resistance for hunting in wet, cold, or variable weather.
• Short-action fit: This short base is made for specific Sako rifle actions, giving a correct receiver fit that supports secure installation without improvised spacing.
• Low 8.00 mm BH height: The compact base height helps keep the optic mounted close to the bore, which can improve cheek weld and make the rifle feel more natural when shooting.
• Built for Optilock ring systems: As part of the Optilock mounting family, this base is intended to work with matching rings for a stable scope setup on compatible Sako rifles.

About the Optilock Series

Optilock is Sako’s dedicated line of scope mounting components, developed for shooters who want a secure, repeatable interface between rifle and optic. The series includes bases, rings, and complete mounting solutions for compatible Sako and Tikka rifles, with versions tailored to different receiver interfaces, scope tube diameters, and mounting heights. That makes the system relevant both for traditional hunting rifles and for more specialized precision setups where correct fit matters.

A defining feature of the Optilock family is its focus on protecting the optic while maintaining a firm hold. In ring-equipped configurations, the system is known for its polymer insert design, which helps distribute clamping force more evenly around the scope tube. Across the range, Optilock components are built with a strong emphasis on mechanical stability, using machined steel construction in CrMo alloy or stainless steel depending on the model. In practice, the series is aimed at shooters who value durable materials, model-specific compatibility, and a mounting system designed to complement the receiver geometry of Sako and Tikka rifles rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.

About the Optilock Sako Short Base, Stainless Steel

The Optilock Sako Short Base, Stainless Steel is a fixed scope base made for shooters using compatible Sako short and medium-length actions who want a strong, straightforward mounting platform. Its role is simple but important: it provides the foundation that connects the rifle to the ring system, and that foundation has a direct effect on how securely the optic stays in place during recoil, transport, and repeated use in the field.

This version uses steel construction, which is well suited to a mounting component because rigidity matters more here than weight savings. A solid base helps maintain alignment between rifle and scope, especially on hunting rifles that may be carried extensively and exposed to knocks, weather, and changing temperatures. The stainless steel execution is especially practical on stainless rifle builds, both for visual consistency and for improved resistance to corrosion in damp environments.

Its 8.00 mm BH height keeps the base compact, supporting a lower overall optic position when paired with the correct rings. In practical use, that can help preserve a more natural head position behind the scope and keep the rifle handling clean and balanced. Because this is a model-specific Optilock base for rifles such as the Sako 75, Sako 85, L461 Vixen, L579 Forester, L61R Finnbear, L691, S491, M591, MA 05, and TRG-S M995 variants listed for compatibility, it is intended for shooters who need correct fit on classic and modern Sako actions rather than a universal rail solution.

About Optilock

Optilock is Sako’s line of rifle scope mounts, bases, and rings, developed specifically for use on Sako and Tikka rifles. The range is built around the idea that the mounting system should match the quality and precision of the rifle itself, with components offered in different diameters, heights, and interface types to suit different optics and receiver designs. That model-specific approach has made Optilock a familiar choice for hunters and rifle shooters using Finnish bolt-action platforms.

Within the series, Optilock is particularly known for its polymer insert ring design, which helps spread clamping force around the scope tube and reduce the risk of marking the optic. The line also includes steel bases and rings, with versions made from CrMo alloy or stainless steel depending on the application. In practical terms, Optilock focuses on secure fit, mechanical durability, and compatibility with rifles that use Sako’s and Tikka’s established receiver and mounting patterns.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Optilock
• Made in: Finland
• Material: Steel
• BH height.: 8.00 mm
• Compatibility: Sako 75 I, Sako 75 III, Sako 75 IV, Sako 75 SM, Sako 75 V, Sako 85 L, Sako 85 M, Sako 85 S, Sako 85 SM, Sako 85 XL, Sako 85 XS, Sako L461 Vixen, Sako L579 Forester, Sako L61R Finnbear, Sako L691, Sako M591, Sako MA 05 L, Sako MA 05 M, Sako MA 05 S, Sako MA 05 SM, Sako MA 05 XS, Sako S491, Sako TRG-S M995, Sako TRG-S M995 Magnum, Sako VL63 Finnwolf

Warranty

This Optilock mount base comes with a 2-year warranty.