JOY wrote:But why is it cost him 5 times as much is his rifle better than yours or is it more expensive for his Ammo?
We're just joking about averaging the cost of the rifle out over the years. Not the ammo
A new Howa is about $600.
A new Sako Hunter is about $2,300.
$600 divided by 10 years, or $2,300 divided by 10 years. Works out more expensive to shoot the Sako 'per year' if you follow.
Ammo is not more expensive for a more expensive rifle.
As for for the Sako being "better" than a Howa, that's not quite a fair description as they're a bit apples and oranges.
Both are safe, accurate firearms. The Sako would be better described as having a higher level of craftsmanship.
For instance Howa will come with a synthetic, or laminate stock. A Sako will come with a high grade walnut stock. There are other 'feel' and 'quality' aspects too.
The best thing I can suggest is next time your at your local gun store ask to have a look at a Sako. It will be obvious what I'm talking about once you hold one
If you just want to get a bullet through a bullseye though, they will both do that.