Is the Anarchy Outdoors knob a comparable replacement for the Sterk knob? Anybody have both and willing to share your thoughts? I’m gonna need one or the other pretty soon…
Has there been any rumors of MDT making a polymer long action magazine for the Tikka/HNT26 chassis?
AO is great
AO used to carry the Sterk swept bolt handle.
I just did a search on their site for “Sterk” and got zero hits for any actual Sterk products. I think their handle/knob has replaced it at this point.
If the AO handle/knob is good, I’ll probably have to go with that. I wish the stainless version was brushed/matte vs polished as mine is going on a stainless T3 Super Varmint, but I guess black will have to do (that’s what I’d get with a Sterk anyway lol).
And Brownells rest of the world is out of stock as well.
I am going to have a couple barrels made up for my Tikkas. Should I have the barrel make the chamber end cut at 1.110? Is that the factory size?
If I may ask, what is the advantage of using a different knob?
Better position to work the action faster, better feel in the hand, personal preference for looks. I’m not sure it would make a whole heap of difference on the clock but of all the rifles I’ve ever owned, my AI felt the best. I do not currently live on an AI budget, but that AI bolt knob feel is within my budget so I’m gonna go for it lol.
I have had both for a T1x and 3 for a T3x (glades also)
T1x I kept the sterk. It was perfect.
T3x I preferred the glades and anarchy. The sterk ran into my knuckles.
To illustrate @Basher point.
Sterk swept handle, Sterk titanium shroud, modified anarchy outdoors titanium knob, Murphy precision titanium rail. One day I will anodize the titanium some color.
I can say it looks cool. Not sure about a functional benefit though.
It’s been a long time since I upgraded my tikka to a sterk handle but I’m pretty sure the sterk is longer than the factory providing more leverage and making the bolt lift feel lighter. The bigger ball and the placement is also easier to find when running the bolt on the clock and provides a larger surface to hold onto.
I feel it is a worthwhile upgrade.
I feel it is a worthwhile upgrade.
It may be. I liken it to a gearshift though. I grew up driving stick shifts, and the sportier, quicker, more responsive shifters were very short. Work horse shifters were longer. It’s likely a more personal subjective thing with the sterk vs original. I love the Tikka action, how it feels… smooth and sweet. I just love it as is lol.
Also do a search for post/thread that @beetroot made comparing his times with the Sterk installed.
Those with lady hands or limp wrists report better stroke times
Here's the thread @Dobermann mentioned.
Having used the swept handles for a few years on my Tikkas I'd never want to go back to the standard Tikka handle. The sweep puts it in a much better position and the added leverage makes cycling the bolt quick and effortless.
Sterk swept bolt handle; review and speed test
Ever since I first saw the Sterk swept bolt handles for the Tikka T3 I knew I had to get one, I'm a firm believer in the saying; "if you can't be the part, at least look the part", there's no doubt that the Swept handles look cool but I've always wondered do they give a functional improvement...
www.snipershide.com Thanks for the info. I see the sterk is not available nor are other sterk versions. Almost as if not producing any more. Was considering trying it, but I think I will stick with the original which I am happy with. I really am not terribly interested in increasing the rapidity of working the bolt. I will make modifications to improve accuracy and precision.Here's the thread @Dobermann mentioned.
Having used the swept handles for a few years on my Tikkas I'd never want to go back to the standard Tikka handle. The sweep puts it in a much better position and the added leverage makes cycling the bolt quick and effortless.
Sterk swept bolt handle; review and speed test
Ever since I first saw the Sterk swept bolt handles for the Tikka T3 I knew I had to get one, I'm a firm believer in the saying; "if you can't be the part, at least look the part", there's no doubt that the Swept handles look cool but I've always wondered do they give a functional improvement...
Brownells Fi you could, but not any more.
Three shot groups won’t tell you anything. See the dispersion pattern I upload. Any three shots groups are possible. This is at a longer range. Dispersion patterns are real. Statistical analysis clearly suggests that a sample size of 3 (or 5) is way too small.
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Those were both 5 shot groups ;-)
Note where I said 3 or 5. The lesson of the shot dispersion is still relevant. You can’t exactly poll 5 people to determine who will be elected president, now can you?
Can you repeat the exact same charge numbers? If you do, they won’t line up as these did. You will get all new results. A different charge will give you best results.
TR, just go out and repeat those loads and see if your results are the same, then take them out to distance and see how they do. If they stay tight, well, you will know, if they don't, back to the drawing board.
That rifle is shooting like a machine, there is no need to go to 10 or more shot groups when y have a page of groups like that unless you feel like it
Don't worry. Those 5 shots group we're just to see if anything more or less useful is within this load range.
I will do some more loads and test If a 20 shot group will still be this good. So was my last round I used the Last 4 years. 20 shots 100m, repeatable over 4 years, with same brass, some cases loaded 8 times, 5 charges of bullets and 3 charges of powder.
Picture below shows 20 shot group @100m
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.308WIN
HORNADY ELD-X 178grains
Vitavhouri N540 43,2 + 43,4 grains
RWS Large Rifle Primer
Lapua Brass 51.00mm
Length S till ogive 57.50mm
L6 COAL 74.00mm
Yeah, that's true. This CTR shoots like hell. All other load examples yesterday we're within 0.9-2.1 MOA
Everything from 42.8 to 44.2 grains would bei usable for hunting purpose. That's good to know, even more that the range where POI was about the same.
For target Shooting 43,2 + 43,4 are my actual favorites. More testing and fine tuning pending.
Needs to be 30 rounds or it's statistically irrelevant.
Chances are you fire another 10 rounds in the group and it opens up to a foot easily.
I beg your pardon. Absolutely my fault. How could I forget this important rule
Yep, asshole posting from his mother’s basement jealous of others success
You must be talking about yourself. I have enjoyed a great career and have retired. My youngest daughter has a PHD and her own practice. Cant be doing too badly, eh?
It’s not my fault you and some others do not understand the very basic rules of statistical analysis.
Then there is that other rule: if you can’t debate a subject intelligently you must resort solely to insults.
Have a great day.
Guys, calm down. Everything ist alright. He has some points with the statistics.
But m use of the rifle is target shooting @100 and @300 metres. And hunting out to 150metres. No longrange experience until now, so yes, I do have to try those loads at distance.
But m use of the rifle is target shooting @100 and @300 metres. And hunting out to 150metres. No longrange experience until now, so yes, I do have to try those loads at distance.
In the end, physics, chemistry and math is where truth lies, not voodoo science.
If you increase charge by .2 grains, you will get .2/original charge more pressure, essentially. It is linear. The only time it is not linear is when insufficient sample size is employed. The only variable, and I have not seen proof, but it seems logical, is in the harmonics. And you won’t get a verifiable result of that from 5 shots, or 10 shots.
Everyone who shoots knows about dispersion. Applying that knowledge is a matter of logic and statistical analysis.
Pardon me for stating the obvious. Sometimes it just needs saying.
Exactly. Use good components, good techniques, and you don’t have to “load develop”
Just pick a safe charge and roll.
Soooo… how ‘bout them Tikkas, eh boys?? 
To get us back on track, I recently came into a T3 Super Varmint (currently enroute to my FFL). I was entirely unaware they made an SV in the T3, so I initially didn’t believe the guy, but after some snooping, they sure did. It’s basically a Varmint in stainless with a rail and better stock as the T3 variant didn’t come with the 2-stage trigger or threaded barrel (unfortunately), but I got an OK deal on it overall so I’m pretty excited. Just need a Sterk/AO bolt handle and knob and I’ll be good to go (already have optics and a Bravo). I’ll post photos once it arrives.
To get us back on track, I recently came into a T3 Super Varmint (currently enroute to my FFL). I was entirely unaware they made an SV in the T3, so I initially didn’t believe the guy, but after some snooping, they sure did. It’s basically a Varmint in stainless with a rail and better stock as the T3 variant didn’t come with the 2-stage trigger or threaded barrel (unfortunately), but I got an OK deal on it overall so I’m pretty excited. Just need a Sterk/AO bolt handle and knob and I’ll be good to go (already have optics and a Bravo). I’ll post photos once it arrives.
Never heard of them, the SV. I have a T3X that I adore. Love the feel, love the precision. I scoped the barrel before the first shot and was highly impressed with the smooth perfection inside the bore. For me there is nothing not to like. I wish a heavier barrel would have been available, but hey! You cant hav everything. Where would you put it?Soooo… how ‘bout them Tikkas, eh boys??
To get us back on track, I recently came into a T3 Super Varmint (currently enroute to my FFL). I was entirely unaware they made an SV in the T3, so I initially didn’t believe the guy, but after some snooping, they sure did. It’s basically a Varmint in stainless with a rail and better stock as the T3 variant didn’t come with the 2-stage trigger or threaded barrel (unfortunately), but I got an OK deal on it overall so I’m pretty excited. Just need a Sterk/AO bolt handle and knob and I’ll be good to go (already have optics and a Bravo). I’ll post photos once it arrives.
Sterk has been off radar for a bit. If anybody hears anything different make it known.Soooo… how ‘bout them Tikkas, eh boys??
To get us back on track, I recently came into a T3 Super Varmint (currently enroute to my FFL). I was entirely unaware they made an SV in the T3, so I initially didn’t believe the guy, but after some snooping, they sure did. It’s basically a Varmint in stainless with a rail and better stock as the T3 variant didn’t come with the 2-stage trigger or threaded barrel (unfortunately), but I got an OK deal on it overall so I’m pretty excited. Just need a Sterk/AO bolt handle and knob and I’ll be good to go (already have optics and a Bravo). I’ll post photos once it arrives.
I meant a used/second hand one. If I hear of anything re: Sterk I’ll definitely share (just as soon as I place my own order first lol)!
I emailed him today. Will see if I get anything back.
I’ll probably have another one here soon.
Left and middle are untouched TacA1 6.5cm and .308w. The right is a plain Jane T3x action and trigger(yo dave spring) in 6.5cm. Nothing else is factory on it. Carbon barrel is cerakoted.
Got response.
Summarizing.
Not gone. Busy with understaffed day job. Sterk business is one man operation. Difficult banks as well. Working on shop/store orders currently. Sent me pic of proof that I can't share with TONS of parts.
EO coming soonish. Looks like it might be a good time to backorder.
What colour is the middle one? I do like the look of that, must be worth at least another 100fpsView attachment 8389911
I’ll probably have another one here soon.
Left and middle are untouched TacA1 6.5cm and .308w. The right is a plain Jane T3x action and trigger(yo dave spring) in 6.5cm. Nothing else is factory on it. Carbon barrel is cerakoted.
Coyote BrownWhat colour is the middle one? I do like the look of that, must be worth at least another 100fps
