r/Tikka_Shooters

I am a newbie to shooting and got a brand new Lite stainless in .308 that I really like. After shooting 50 rounds with one long pause (10-15 minutes) somewhere in between and several short pauses (1-2 minutes) I realized my barrel was pretty warm.
I did not know that you suppose to shoot some 5 rounds and give it a break.

Question is did I damage my beloved rifle? Or ruined the accuracy? Thanks for the input.

I have a Tikka T3x Superlite coming in today. I am in the learning phase of all this (first rifle, but have shot at the range numbers of times), so if I ask or say anything ignorant, it is bc I am, sorry ahead of time.

My use case: I am going to use this rifle to hunt. I live in the mountains, western US. Practically speaking, 3-5 mile hike ins with significant elevation gain/loss. From what I am told, range to game (elk) under 400 yards.

I am looking for lightweight scopes to round out the rifle, and need help here. I am ok spending on this for the right thing (I don’t have many hobbies I spend on, glad to invest in this).

I have researched mainly Swarovski scopes. I started with the Z5 3.5-18x44 BT (I am set on an elevation turret). Swaro has new scopes as well, the Z5+ 3.5-18x50. I have read the older Z5 had tracking issues for some people. I have not heard the same about the new Z5+. However, I am a bit concerned about moving to a 50mm objective. I am worried that it will raise my cheek weld, and put me in an awkward position, especially when it comes to having to take a more time sensitive shot. That said, the tracking issues on the older Z5 has me concerned as well.

Is it better to stay with an objective that is in the mid to low 40's (lower rings) for the Tikka?

Also note, I have considered the Leupold V6 HD Gen 2 3-18x44. I was dissuaded by the weight, and also that I have done little research on Leupold. Should I reconsider?

Any additional input would be very much appreciated.

I shot 3 cartridges. 6 shots each, with cool down after 3 shots, and rotating. 100 yard data listed.

This is purely to help anyone out that buys one.

I have a 5 port muzzle brake from Tikka, and a Backstop recoil pad, otherwise no modifications.

1. Hornady American Whitetail 139g Avg. speed of 2747 fps. Best group .56”

2. Norma Whitetail 150g Avg. speed of 2647 fps. Best group 1”

3. Hornady Superformance 139g Avg. speed of 2884 fps. Best group 0.48”

I think I see a winner in the Superformance, although any of the 3 will hit a deer.

The Superformance shoots about 1.5” higher than the other two and .4” to the right.

I hope this info can help someone!

Looking to buy my first big game hunting rifle. Im leaning towards the 308 since that seems to be the better choice for someone new (like myself) along with cheaper ammo. Just wondering if anyone with experience would recommend a 300 over a 308 for any particular reason?

Hey yall. Looking to buy a new rifle. These are the three that I have pretty much narrowed it down to. I’m dead set on wood stock chambered in 30-06. This will be my primary deer rifle here in Alabama, and I would like it to be something quality that I could eventually pass down as an heirloom and be proud of it. Make no mistake, even with a wood stock this will not be a safe queen. In my mind, dings and scratches are stories. I know tikka has a huge fanfare, as does the model 70. I also really love the look of the browning. If you had to buy one as your primary hunting rifle, which would you choose? I don’t really plan on tinkering with it too much, for the most part it will remain stock. I have been leaning towards the tikka however I am concerned with the quality of the walnut. I know tikkas are not known for their stock quality, I am not a huge fan of their synthetic stocks. It seems most people buy them for tinkering purposes. Unfortunately I have nowhere locally to actually view these rifles as all the big box stores only seem to carry the synthetic versions. I love the idea of the model 70 but have heard horror stories about them shooting 2 MOA, at least in the past not sure about the brand new ones. The browning seems like a cross between the two, better wood then the Tikka but better accuracy than the model 70. Super tough choice, any help would be appreciated!

Just ordered a Tikka Supevvarmint, 6.5CM, 24 inch barrel.

Super excited, got a nice optic as well.

Planning to shoot PRS with it.

I'd like to put an arca rail on it for PRS, will shoot it for a few months or a year before getting a proper chasis.

Should I put a full length arca rail on it? Any recs / what's maximum / preferred length?

I saw the Area419 Rails with built in Barricade by the magwell, is that a good option?

12 Inch or 14 Inch maybe? Was looking for measurements online, rather order now then after getting the rifle in a few weeks.

Other options I saw were Mountain Tactical, Salmon River

Tks!

Looks like a nice rifle, but I don't know these things too well and I've been reading about the lifespan of 6.5CM barrels and that got me antsy.

I’m going to rebarrel my 6.5CM to a 6CM. Who has your favorite prefit?

Came across this video from 1 day ago and thought it might be interesting to watch for some of you.

Since Tikka factory barrels are notoriously tight, would the best strategy be to just shoot it out and then instruct a smith to make a relief cut to make the barrel easier to remove? First and foremost, want to protect the receiver from any damage.

i have a tikka t3x ranch with the 16" fluted barrel and its gets prettyyy hot prettyyy quick. i have a infrared thermometer already at home so ill bring it to the range next time maybe? what temp should stop shooting to let it cool down?