Post by: chrisb on March 31, 2010, 10:15:11 AM
Who has one and what are your thoughts? I'd like to hear the good the bad or the indifferent
What should i expect to get in accuracy from one? I only plan on hunting with it not shooting 1000 yd matches so i'd say 300yds is max shot
How much should i expect to pay? Cabelas is 600 sports authority is 620 are these average prices?
Post by: Bofire on March 31, 2010, 11:01:54 AM
I have several.
Carl
Post by: Bob33 on March 31, 2010, 11:02:40 AM
Accuracy is dependent primary on (a) ammunition, and (b) shooter. With the right ammunition you should expect three shot groups right around an inch at 100 yards, and not worse than 1.5". Even 1.5 inches is plenty good enough for big game hunting out to 400 yards. Make the first shot count.
The 30-06 is tough to beat. You might also consider the 270 WSM: smaller, faster bullets. Either would serve you extremely well, in my opinion.
Post by: jaredpost on March 31, 2010, 11:04:22 AM
Post by: 6x6in6 on March 31, 2010, 11:10:09 AM
Non-shelf item ordered from Tikka was $549
Post by: chrisb on March 31, 2010, 12:21:59 PM
I have one in 30-06. It is one of about 20 rifles that I own. I love it. It is my "go to" rifle for much of my hunting because it is light, dependable, and accurate.
Accuracy is dependent primary on (a) ammunition, and (b) shooter. With the right ammunition you should expect three shot groups right around an inch at 100 yards, and not worse than 1.5". Even 1.5 inches is plenty good enough for big game hunting out to 400 yards. Make the first shot count.
The 30-06 is tough to beat. You might also consider the 270 WSM: smaller, faster bullets. Either would serve you extremely well, in my opinion.
Bob how bad is the felt recoil with as light as this gun is in 30-06? I'm not really sensitive to recoil but I'd like to be able to know that I'll enjoy shooting it when i take it to the range.
Post by: sisu on March 31, 2010, 12:28:50 PM
I put a limb saver on mine. Recoil is hardly noticeable. I have two T3s and love both.I have one in 30-06. It is one of about 20 rifles that I own. I love it. It is my "go to" rifle for much of my hunting because it is light, dependable, and accurate.
Accuracy is dependent primary on (a) ammunition, and (b) shooter. With the right ammunition you should expect three shot groups right around an inch at 100 yards, and not worse than 1.5". Even 1.5 inches is plenty good enough for big game hunting out to 400 yards. Make the first shot count.
The 30-06 is tough to beat. You might also consider the 270 WSM: smaller, faster bullets. Either would serve you extremely well, in my opinion.
Bob how bad is the felt recoil with as light as this gun is in 30-06? I'm not really sensitive to recoil but I'd like to be able to know that I'll enjoy shooting it when i take it to the range.
Post by: Bob33 on March 31, 2010, 12:52:47 PM
Bob how bad is the felt recoil with as light as this gun is in 30-06? I'm not really sensitive to recoil but I'd like to be able to know that I'll enjoy shooting it when i take it to the range.I can't say how someone else reacts to recoil. I am recoil sensitive and have to consciously pay attention to avoid flinching. Make no mistake: a light gun like the Tikka will generate more felt recoil than a heavier rifle - the laws of physics at work. I can handle the recoil; that's about the best I can tell you. If it does bother you, you can always put a heavier scope on or use milder ammunition. Remember too that you may haul a rifle around for about 12 hours a day, and shoot it for about a second...
Post by: Straight Shooter on March 31, 2010, 01:01:59 PM
Depends on if you want a blue or stainless setup. I remember seeing the blue barrel ones at wholesale sports for $499 and the stainless for $599.
:yeah:
Same prices that I'm seeing in the Spokane area.
Post by: chrisb on March 31, 2010, 03:11:12 PM
Post by: Bob33 on March 31, 2010, 03:21:41 PM
Post by: Caseyd on March 31, 2010, 03:26:26 PM
-Accurate
-Light
-removable clip (yes it is plastic and i was doubtfull of it at first but its actually not that bad)
Post by: Rick on March 31, 2010, 05:18:03 PM
Bob how bad is the felt recoil with as light as this gun is in 30-06? I'm not really sensitive to recoil but I'd like to be able to know that I'll enjoy shooting it when i take it to the range.
I bought a T3 30-06 last fall. I'm not sensitive to recoil and its not real fun to shoot. It feels like more recoil than my .300WSM
I'd rather shoot my .300WSM or my .338 over the T3.
As far as accuracy goes,the couple T3s I've been around have been very accurate and not picky about what they shoot. I ended up shooting 165gr Accubonds out of mine.
Post by: markts on March 31, 2010, 05:36:22 PM
Post by: Bofire on March 31, 2010, 06:32:56 PM
I have shot many others, I have never owned factory guns that consistantly shot like these, with any ammo you shove in them.
I have shot rifles for over 50 years, have owned many, many many. Actually shot a 7mm Mag Rem 700 until the freebore was about an inch and then the rifling sucked! LOL. Sometimes I can hear? what?
Carl
Post by: uplandhunter870 on March 31, 2010, 07:02:32 PM
awesome rifles id definately reccomend them to anyone.
Post by: carpsniperg2 on March 31, 2010, 07:08:08 PM
Post by: Emptyhanded on March 31, 2010, 08:09:53 PM
Post by: norsepeak on March 31, 2010, 08:43:43 PM
Post by: Ray on March 31, 2010, 08:45:31 PM
I do not like the plastic bolt shroud. So I bought a metal one from Australia.
Post by: 509er on March 31, 2010, 08:47:44 PM
got one in 7mag, haven't shot it yet, but fit and finish looks excellent.
+1
Post by: haugenna on March 31, 2010, 09:59:04 PM
Post by: Phantom Gobbler on March 31, 2010, 10:35:55 PM
Several years ago I carried my 300 Win Mag for four days whitetail hunting in the Mts. of NE WA and it started getting really heavy. I have two friends who have Tikka T3 Lites in .270 Win and .270 WSM and they love theirs also. Both have now killed several high mountain mulies with these rifles on backpack hunts.
I made an off-hand kill shot on a smalll Whitetail Buck last Fall and I have shot my best groups ever with the Tikka at the range.
Nothing flashy in black composite and blued, but it more than gets the job done. Recoil in .30-06 without a special pad is very manageable. I bought a five round clip from Tikka, but have not needed the extra rounds so far (except on running wild pigs.... but that is another tale).
So let me know what caliber I should get with my next Tikka purchase? :dunno:
Post by: halflife65 on March 31, 2010, 10:50:30 PM
Post by: mattaylor81 on April 01, 2010, 12:46:12 AM
Post by: Chopaka81 on April 02, 2010, 08:40:10 AM
They are lean mean killing machines.
BTW, 2yrs ago, I took a small 4pt Mulie down at 386 yds (lasered) with my T3 rifle. All I can say is that the buggers shoot.
Post by: Sneaky on April 02, 2010, 09:40:26 AM
Post by: chrisb on April 02, 2010, 09:52:25 AM
Post by: h2ofowlr on April 02, 2010, 05:22:51 PM
Post by: Buckblaster on April 06, 2010, 12:59:38 PM
Post by: halflife65 on April 06, 2010, 02:11:32 PM
Post by: WA Redneck on April 16, 2010, 12:11:11 PM
Post by: Thenewguy on April 17, 2010, 10:21:24 AM
I had a Tikka T3 Lite stainless in 300wsm and it was a friggin tack driver. I handloaded for it and put at least 2000 rounds through it. I have made some outstanding shots on critters with it over the years. The only problem I had with it is that the top bullet in the plastic clip slid back and forth as I carried it and would bend the tips of partitions over. I mean really bent them. Has anyone else had this problem? I emailed Berretta and told them about it and their only answer was to switch to plastic tip bullets. I checked out the Sako A7 a few months ago and I see they corrected that problem on it. They put a steel feed lip in the plastic clip to eliminate sliding bullets. Along with some other attractive features, I was convinced to upgrade to the A7 in 300wsm. I gave the Tikka to my son that has had a broken back and he doesn't mind the recoil and loves carrying a lite rifle for a change. As far as recoil of the Tikka's, don't worry about it. I had a limbsaver on mine too and never noticed it when shooting critters. You pack the rifle longer than you squeeze the trigger, lite is good.
I have to say, the A7 is the way to go. I have found them for less then $700 and the extra upgrades you get make a big difference. I have one in 7mm-08 and it has made me a significantly better shooter. I can now shoot very similar groupings with my A7 offhand that I was able to do with my Winchester on a bench (at 100yds). I tried stepping it up to 300yds and struggled to find the black with my Winchester but was consistent from the 1st shot with the A7. The feel of the gun is great, the action smooth and the trigger perfect. The better clip is just one of the few benefits in my opinion.
Question, Where would one find a good "limbsaver pad"? is it easy to install? I would like to add a couple inchs to the length on my gun and I have heard this is a good way to do it
Post by: Buckblaster on May 03, 2010, 03:46:40 PM
Post by: chrisb on May 03, 2010, 04:05:33 PM
Post by: Caretaker on May 03, 2010, 09:12:59 PM
Why me >:( >:( :bash:
Post by: carpsniperg2 on May 03, 2010, 09:17:20 PM