I haven’t really found it smoother than a good T3X (but some of those are notably better than others.) It’s a true short action though, so it’s maybe a bit quicker, theoretically. 10degrees less bolt lift as well.
The bolt is a bit undersized to the action, such that you can see the top cartridge in the magazine. So I guess there’s a greater pathway for debris and precipitation compared to the T3X. I’m sure someone around here will probably pack that full of snow and dump in a bottle of freezing water sometime, for comparison’s sake.
The trigger is good, but it’s not remarkably better than the Tikka trigger. At least to me. The trigger on Strasser rifles feels worlds better, imo. But Sako’s trigger certainly is easily adjustable, crisp, and the lock time is allegedly world class.
The safety blocks the firing pin. This is nice.
Rifle weighs 5oz less than comparable T3X Superlite. Real bottom metal and mag, too. And flush, for an improved carry.
The execution of the stock is tip top and really sets the rifle apart. There’s a lot of aftermarket stock options for other rifles, but if the ergos of the Peak stock work for you, you’d be hard pressed to find another built so well.
