Model 700 or Tikka T3 Lite?

[pips4bucks]

Okay guys, I'm looking at getting a new rifle for general purpose hunting.  I've been looking at both the Rem Model 700 and the Tikka T3 Lite rifles.  I've narrowed caliber selection down to either 7mm mag or .300 Win mag. 

I like the actions on both, but the Tikka action seems to be smoother.  I also like that the T3 is very light. 

I like that the 700 has a drop out magazine option as well.  I think it's the CDL model, but I haven't found one yet.

I'm wondering what the accuracy is like between the two.  What do you guys think?  What are your preferences?  Pros/cons?  I look forward to hearing your opinions.  Thanks!

[carpsniperg2]

I own and have owned many of both. 100% tikka all the way. They cant be beat for the price and what you get out of them!!!

[bod]

+ 1 on the tikka 7mm rem mag

[KFhunter]

Is there any chance you'll ever modify the gun?

[bobcat]

If it were me, I wouldn't want a light rifle like the Tikka in a 7 mag or 300 mag. So just for that reason, I would choose the Remington. If you could go with a lighter recoiling cartridge like a 270, 280, or 30/06, then I would go with the Tikka.

[pips4bucks]

Is there any chance you'll ever modify the gun?

Not likely.  Maybe a muzzle brake and a recoil pad if anything.

[Maligator]

I own and have owned many of both. 100% Tikka all the way. They cant be beat for the price and what you get out of them!!!

 

I can honestly say that I would choose the Tikka and never look back. Given the calibers you are deciding between I would also suggest that if you choose the Tikka you may want to consider getting a Limbsaver or Pachmyer pad as well. I have the Tikka T3 Hunter with the Limbsaver recoil pad  on my 300 WSM and I can shoot through a few boxes of ammo without later day remorse 

As far as the accuracy...what can I say??? Never had a Remmy even come close to a Tikka for out of the box accuracy.       Every Tikka I have owned has been sub MOA right out of the box.

[Gutpile]

Well, the T3 lite is going to beat the hell out of you with recoil, so in those two caliber choices I'd go with a Remmy. I have a T3 and do love it and plan on buying more but not in a magnum. The Tikkas are awesome little rifles. Mines in .243 and its just a fantastic little shooter.

[mrolen]

i own both but i hunt with my tikka 300 wsm, recoil is not bad it just depends on how sensitive you are, if it is to much for you throw a limb saver on and you will be good to go. The only advantage the remington has over the tikka is the aftermarket support. In my opinion they are the best off the shelf hunting rifle for the price, great accurate lightweight package... and the 300wsm is a hammer!

[Skillet]

Another vote for the Tikka T3 Lite.  I just set up my mountain rifle (T3 Lite Stainless in 270WSM) and couldn't be happier.  It came with a limbsaver on it and even though it weighs 2# less than my M70 Featherweight 30-06 I swear the felt recoil is 2/3 or less of my 30/06.  I also love the plastic stock since I just don't care if it gets a ding in it - which is the exact opposite of my wood stock rifles where I'm overly-anal about keeping them nice while hunting...

[Rick]

The Tikkas are guaranteed to shoot 1" or less out of the box.

I've got a T3 in 30-06. Nice rifle,but it feels cheap.

Don't lose the magazine. They're about $60

[Gutpile]

 

i lost mine and bought a new one. then I promptly found the first one. i hate detachable mags. lol

[JohnVH]

T3 all the way, LOVE my 7mag

[Carl]

I did the same research before buying a new rifle. 

My requirements were:
A light rifle (getting too old to haul around my Win Mod 70 wood stock);
Accurate;
And price/performance.

Everything I read and people I talked with, pointed me toward the Tikka.  I’m sure the other rifles are fine too.

I’m very happy with my Tikka – 308. 

Carl

[lover_of_all_racks]

I've got a tikka t3 light 7mm rem mag with a vxii. I'll never be in the market for another rifle. Best gun I've ever shot and to be honest the recoil doesn't bug me one bit. No limb saver.