Post by: TLEVIN40 on January 05, 2016, 09:45:22 AM
Thanks
Post by: Bofire on January 05, 2016, 11:00:47 AM
Carl
Post by: bobcat on January 05, 2016, 11:19:30 AM
Be aware the Tikka is a light rifle and in a 300 Win Mag recoil may not be pleasant.
You may want to shoot a Tikka first, before you buy, and see if you like it.
Post by: Woodchuck on January 05, 2016, 11:22:24 AM
Post by: coachcw on January 05, 2016, 12:38:39 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on January 05, 2016, 12:39:49 PM
we have a t3 in 300wsm and its not bad to shoot at all .
:yeah:
Post by: TLEVIN40 on January 05, 2016, 12:46:06 PM
Scope wise I am looking into Vortex Scope, 4X12 possibly 4X16. Any suggestions?
Post by: coachcw on January 05, 2016, 08:10:51 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on January 05, 2016, 08:12:58 PM
You don't need a brake in less you plan on melting the barrel down . I'd grab the wsm and not look back .
:yeah: Way nicer shooting than my .300WM with a brake. :chuckle:
Post by: thinkingman on January 05, 2016, 08:55:00 PM
might try East County Guns, web site and store in ElmaAndy is a great guy.
Carl
I bought all 3 of my Tikkas from him.
300WSM is a good cartridge.
I have a Limbsaver pad on mine but you WILL know when you touch one off.
Big recoil but not punishing.
Never get a brake.
Post by: bobcat on January 05, 2016, 08:57:52 PM
Post by: CAMPMEAT on January 05, 2016, 08:58:58 PM
Post by: cem3434 on January 05, 2016, 09:13:52 PM
might try East County Guns, web site and store in ElmaAndy is a great guy.
Carl
I bought all 3 of my Tikkas from him.
300WSM is a good cartridge.
I have a Limbsaver pad on mine but you WILL know when you touch one off.
Big recoil but not punishing.
Never get a brake.
Why would you say never get a break? All of my 300 wsm's have brakes and I would never go back because I could shoot them all day long and its like shooting my 243. For my money, the brakes on my rifles are worth every cent I have paid for them. :twocents:
Post by: Mark251 on January 05, 2016, 09:38:14 PM
Is there a Sportsmans Warehouse close to Everett? If so you might try that.
Be aware the Tikka is a light rifle and in a 300 Win Mag recoil may not be pleasant.
You may want to shoot a Tikka first, before you buy, and see if you like it.
:yeah: I have a Tikka t3 lite stainless chambered in .300 win mag. I use it as my "go to" elk rifle. I would definitely advise putting a Limbsaver pad on as well as replacing the factory rings with something sturdier. The recoil when shooting Tikka in .300 win mag is manageable but it isn't pleasant. I do think it's a great set up for an elk rifle (carry it up and down mountains for a week and shoot it once). Just my thoughts....
Post by: ckr on January 05, 2016, 10:29:04 PM
I also have a tikka 300 win and absolutely love it. One of the best things that I did was to replace to factory stock with a bell & carlson. The recoil is much least and it's a pleasure to shoot. The factory recoil pad sucks. :twocents:
Post by: higunner on January 05, 2016, 10:55:25 PM
Post by: thinkingman on January 06, 2016, 07:12:50 PM
Quote from: birddogdad on December 03, 2015, 10:24:01 AMmight try East County Guns, web site and store in ElmaAndy is a great guy.
Carl
I bought all 3 of my Tikkas from him.
300WSM is a good cartridge.
I have a Limbsaver pad on mine but you WILL know when you touch one off.
Big recoil but not punishing.
Never get a brake.
Why would you say never get a break? All of my 300 wsm's have brakes and I would never go back because I could shoot them all day long and its like shooting my 243. For my money, the brakes on my rifles are worth every cent I have paid for them. :twocents:
Quote from: bobcat on December 03, 2015, 10:20:03 AM
A muzzle brake is a great idea as long as you're willing to wear ear plugs while hunting. I'm not.
? for that "one shot"?
I agree with range shooting but come on...
One shot from a muzzle braked gun can easily cause permanent hearing damage.
http://www.asha.org/public/hearing/Recreational-Firearm-Noise-Exposure/
Exposure to noise greater than 140 dB can permanently damage hearing. Almost all firearms create noise that is over the 140-dB level. A small .22-caliber rifle can produce noise around 140 dB, while big-bore rifles and pistols can produce sound over 175 dB. Firing guns in a place where sounds can reverberate, or bounce off walls and other structures, can make noises louder and increase the risk of hearing loss. Also, adding muzzle brakes or other modifications can make the firearm louder. People who do not wear hearing protection while shooting can suffer a severe hearing loss with as little as one shot, if the conditions are right. Audiologists see this often, especially during hunting season when hunters and bystanders may be exposed to rapid fire from big-bore rifles, shotguns, or pistols.
Post by: Mossy on January 06, 2016, 08:34:04 PM
Post by: Karl Blanchard on January 06, 2016, 08:53:12 PM
Post by: cem3434 on January 06, 2016, 09:06:31 PM
Quote from: birddogdad on December 03, 2015, 10:24:01 AMmight try East County Guns, web site and store in ElmaAndy is a great guy.
Carl
I bought all 3 of my Tikkas from him.
300WSM is a good cartridge.
I have a Limbsaver pad on mine but you WILL know when you touch one off.
Big recoil but not punishing.
Never get a brake.
Why would you say never get a break? All of my 300 wsm's have brakes and I would never go back because I could shoot them all day long and its like shooting my 243. For my money, the brakes on my rifles are worth every cent I have paid for them. :twocents:
Quote from: bobcat on December 03, 2015, 10:20:03 AM
A muzzle brake is a great idea as long as you're willing to wear ear plugs while hunting. I'm not.
? for that "one shot"?
I agree with range shooting but come on...
One shot from a muzzle braked gun can easily cause permanent hearing damage.
http://www.asha.org/public/hearing/Recreational-Firearm-Noise-Exposure/
Exposure to noise greater than 140 dB can permanently damage hearing. Almost all firearms create noise that is over the 140-dB level. A small .22-caliber rifle can produce noise around 140 dB, while big-bore rifles and pistols can produce sound over 175 dB. Firing guns in a place where sounds can reverberate, or bounce off walls and other structures, can make noises louder and increase the risk of hearing loss. Also, adding muzzle brakes or other modifications can make the firearm louder. People who do not wear hearing protection while shooting can suffer a severe hearing loss with as little as one shot, if the conditions are right. Audiologists see this often, especially during hunting season when hunters and bystanders may be exposed to rapid fire from big-bore rifles, shotguns, or pistols.
So this basically supports wearing hearing protection whenever shooting any firearms, even when hunting. I always use hearing protection on the range and usually try to wear my game ears when hunting. Regardless, I still wouldn't trade my rifles with brakes for any of your guys guns without brakes. :twocents:
Post by: thinkingman on January 06, 2016, 09:24:32 PM
I understand.Quote from: birddogdad on December 03, 2015, 10:24:01 AMmight try East County Guns, web site and store in ElmaAndy is a great guy.
Carl
I bought all 3 of my Tikkas from him.
300WSM is a good cartridge.
I have a Limbsaver pad on mine but you WILL know when you touch one off.
Big recoil but not punishing.
Never get a brake.
Why would you say never get a break? All of my 300 wsm's have brakes and I would never go back because I could shoot them all day long and its like shooting my 243. For my money, the brakes on my rifles are worth every cent I have paid for them. :twocents:
Quote from: bobcat on December 03, 2015, 10:20:03 AM
A muzzle brake is a great idea as long as you're willing to wear ear plugs while hunting. I'm not.
? for that "one shot"?
I agree with range shooting but come on...
One shot from a muzzle braked gun can easily cause permanent hearing damage.
http://www.asha.org/public/hearing/Recreational-Firearm-Noise-Exposure/
Exposure to noise greater than 140 dB can permanently damage hearing. Almost all firearms create noise that is over the 140-dB level. A small .22-caliber rifle can produce noise around 140 dB, while big-bore rifles and pistols can produce sound over 175 dB. Firing guns in a place where sounds can reverberate, or bounce off walls and other structures, can make noises louder and increase the risk of hearing loss. Also, adding muzzle brakes or other modifications can make the firearm louder. People who do not wear hearing protection while shooting can suffer a severe hearing loss with as little as one shot, if the conditions are right. Audiologists see this often, especially during hunting season when hunters and bystanders may be exposed to rapid fire from big-bore rifles, shotguns, or pistols.
So this basically supports wearing hearing protection whenever shooting any firearms, even when hunting. I always use hearing protection on the range and usually try to wear my game ears when hunting. Regardless, I still wouldn't trade my rifles with brakes for any of your guys guns without brakes. :twocents:
I have two ragged rotator cuffs and I still wouldn't trade my hearing for less recoil.
Post by: cem3434 on January 06, 2016, 11:11:25 PM
Post by: Sakko300wsm on January 07, 2016, 08:02:01 AM