I was able to shoot the Sako today, I was shooting some doubletap 525gr loads at 2,400fps. Those were brisk to say the least. I only shot 5 rounds the first outing, this will definitely be one I have to practice with. I also had to sight in my win model 70 in 416 rem mag as well. I never thought I'd shoot my 416 for a break in recoil haha. That being said I could not imagine trying to shoot the rifle in stock configuration at 9.5lbs with the stock recoil pad. The work I had done on the rifle was well worth it. The rifle ejected flawlessly, I worked the bolt fast as well as working it slowly, all cases did not hesitate to clear the rifle. I think given more practice I will become more familiar with the rifle, it handled like a dream. This was quite the step up from my Cz 458 Lott, but I'm glad I made it. I plan on mainly using 570gr loads at 2,100 or 2,200fps which should be slightly more tame in my estimation.