Everybody should learn how to use open sights long before a scopeI have 2 rifles with Iron sights. A rem. 78 with front and rear sights Zeroed in place and 1.5X5 scope added.
To me the old Sako setup is great. If the scope goes bad, Just loosen 2 screws and remove the scope. Pull the Zeroed in rear peep site out of your pack and slide it on the rear scope dovetail. Back to hunting.