Tikka T3 Varmint or Rem 700 R5 milspec?

[dbyrne]

I recently bought a new scope: Leupold Mark 4 3.5-10x40mm illuminated duplex reticle. I got it slightly used for $806. (good price?)

Now I just need a rifle to put it on!

I've narrowed my choice to either the Tikka T3 Varmint (.308) or the Remington 700 R5 milspec (.308). I will be using the rifle for both hunting and target shooting. All opinions are welcome!

 

[pklin1297]

Re: Tikka T3 Varmint or Rem 700 R5 milspec?

I'm going through this process right now myself. My choice is Tikka Varmint because I don't plan to do much with it so aftermarket modifications and parts availability is not all that important in my decision. Tikka can still be rebarreled with almost any offerings for Rem 700s so if the factory barrel does not shoot as advertised, I will change the barrel and true action if needed.

I do plan to set it in Roedale's RCS stock (AICS equivalent) since I will be using it for target/bench only.