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  1. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    It's not that I'm making the decision based on the color of the stock. I decided based on: 1. Accuracy 2. Quality of build 3. Excellent reviews by most everyone 4. Fits my purpose: Target / Hunting 5. Stock has lots of adjustments 6. Heavy barrel for better rigidity, consistency and heat...
  2. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    If karjalanpiirakka means beautiful blonde woman from Finland, then yes, I'll take that over cherry pie. A big helping. And no refinishing needed.
  3. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    I saw that but considering the .260 as well if I go less on the scope (SWFA SS). The other scope I'm considering is a Bushnell g2DMR 3.5-21. Impressive features. I hadn't even considered Bushnell before.
  4. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    Delta: I'm considering doing just that. Drifter 001 was one who refinished his and it did look amazing. I have to say I really wish they had stuck to the look of the Master Sporter. Most Everyone would like that, but the multi color appeals to a much smaller crowd IMO. I'm hoping to get one and...
  5. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    Okay. I'm checking around and it seems the only online reseller for the Tikka Sporter is EuroOptic. They don't have the one I'm looking for right now. Am I missing another online reseller? Otherwise, I can start checking stores around Texas, but that's going to get tedious. McBrides in Austin...
  6. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    Nuke Man: Ha. Those are the kind of worries I want. I have been impressed with how smooth the action is on even the least expensive Tikka.
  7. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    I appreciate everyone's help. I feel confident with either the Tikka or the Rem 5r or 700P. Leaning Tikka.
  8. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    Thanks. I've seen the price of the RCBS and Lee kits, but could you ballpark the total cost I'd need to spend to get the equipment for reloading?
  9. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    I am leaning toward the Tikka. I like the feel of the stock a lot. And I know I'll appreciate the extra weight in the stock when it comes to recoil. I'm not worried about the recoil of either the .308 or the 6.5mms, but I like the idea of being able to stay on target better with the extra...
  10. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    I think the look of it may grow on me. It felt very natural. But that was a 20" barrel. I'll have to see how the 24" barrel feels.
  11. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    I know what you mean. One hesitation I have is that being so new I'll not really recognize the benefits for a long time. But I'm pretty determined and usually progress quickly. Not because of talent, just work. I think I lean toward the 6.5mms also because it's going to be a hunting round as...
  12. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    Exactly why I'm so attracted to the 6.5mms. My research said .260 / 6.5mm creedmoor / 7mmRM. Dammit.
  13. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    I think you're right. I don't think I can go wrong with either. Thanks everyone. Now to go out and find the Sporter with the least orange! If I paid someone to teach me reloading, I'll bet I could be creating "usable" rounds withing a month on my own. I was going to start with DAG ammo in...
  14. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    I know it varies, but how long do you think it would take on average to learn to reload? I'm still finding the 6.5mm cartridges very tempting and am vulnerable to suggestion. Just don't tell Bogaloo. I do tend to be different. In that way, tikka appeals to me for some reason.
  15. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    Thanks guys. I seem to hear that from every Tikka owner that posts. I'm sure there are exceptions, but not many here. Cobra: I'm afraid I beat the .260 / 6.5cr / .308 topic to pulp. It was really about half and half or close on the recommendations - 1/2 .260/cr and 1/2 .308. What worries me...
  16. K

    Pitfalls of Buying Tikka vs. Remington

    Thanks to everyone for helping me decide on a caliber. I'm leaning toward going .308, but .260 looks good too. I'm going to make my rifle purchase in the next few weeks. I could really use a little help with the choice. Again the use for the rifle will be about 90% range and 10% or less...
  17. K

    Sig SSG 3000 Patrol 18"

    Thanks. That makes sense.
  18. K

    T3 Sporter

    I think the choice of stocks is subjective. The fit or look of one stock isn't going to work for everyone. And as it stands, I think this or the Tactical model are the only way to get a heavy barreled Tikka in the US.
  19. K

    T3 Sporter

    Sorry. I meant what's the weight of the Tikka Sporter action with the heavy barrel installed into a GRS long range stock.
  20. K

    T3 Sporter

    I'm really considering the Tikka Sporter in .308 right now. My solution for the orange stock is to put a Texas Longhorns symbol on it! (Yes, despite the embarrassing loss last week) Problem solved. If I could get $500 for the stock and put it on the GRS long range stock I would really consider...
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