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Never thought i would, explored so many options trying not to, will probably kick myself and the Grandkids for generations to come.
Be that as it may I am now the owner of a fast twist Tikka t3x in 223, simply the lite model as i figure it has a smaller hole in the barrel than the bigger calibers so should be ok to run bigger bullets slower without heating too fast.
I'm looking at changing, stock, bottom metal and increasing mag capacity, any advice welcome
cheers,
should've bought a 270? hehehehehehe
I'll step away from the keyboard now and let the big people talk
I’ve got a t3 superlite fast twist .223, don’t use it much but it’s very accurate and not fussy to shoot. They are the corolla of rifles
Please excuse my ignorance and I ask this out of straight interest
Going back 10 or so years the Tikkas weren't to bad a rifle yeah? Did they go backwards in production values as they seem to have the piss taken out of them heaps?
In saying that in this case is there not an applicable rifle already in that configuration? It seems there wont be much left of the original rifle.
Tikka's aren't a bad rifle, I have owned 55, 590 690, 695 all accurate.
The T3, its just arrrrrggggg , well you know.
However.
I can no longer ignore the fact that they shoot, and in this instance can be bought and modified to my spec without going to the expense of a custom.
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Fair enough-cheers for that and good luck
I have found the Bell and Carlson stocks a good economical upgrade for the Tikka.
A trigger spring from Ebay or similar and the Atlasworxs bottom metal works well. If you want the space and not bothered by the size, go fo rthe AI conversion bottom metal and you're set. I found the Bolt stop had enough length to take the 75 ELDM loads.
But that's just from one experience with the .223 Tikka
Thanks Slimy Squirrel , will look into the upgrades you have mentioned.
GRS Berserk stocks are great, so are Atlasworx shrouds and bottom metal for AICS mags. I prefer the genuine AI poly mags over the MDT and Accurate mags which are just the 308 version with a poly insert. Heavy as fark....
stug stock & terminator brake. support the locals
see you next weekend
Stug stock is a great option, I recently made enquiries however the forecast 8 month wait was more than my patience would allow, shame really as they are very cheap for what they are and indeed local.Quote:
Originally Posted by Harryg
Tikkas are fantastic rifles, they are just so common these days guys like to try be different and not jump on the Tikka band wagon.Quote:
Originally Posted by csmiffy
Hence the Jakewires internal struggle to want something different but can't look past the Tikkas good value.
The B&C stocks are nice, feels a bit nicer than the standard stock without having to jump to a chassis. My 260 shoots really well in it, but I've never shot it in the factor stock too know if there was any difference.
If you wanted to go Tacticool the KRG Bravo looks really good haven't seen anywhere that sells them in NZ yet but the are verywell priced in the US and Ozzy, will then take AI mags.
I love the Southfort labs stock I've got on my 6.5, but depends how much you want to spend. Also really like the vertebrae bolt handle and knob I got. The .223 T3x I had before swapping it was stupid accurate with the 65gr sierra gk!
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Nice rig Dreamer. How much are those stocks worth?
That looks like serious bunny territory Dreamer?
Stronghold Innovations do a nice carbon stock and the price is something special to...
Got one of these being made for a wee project at present...
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Play with the factory stock for a bit, maybe throw one of the vertical grips on it. They arent the prettiest but they are a pretty stable platform, at least as far a poly stocks goQuote:
Originally Posted by jakewire
Dpt chassis is pretty sweet as well, then it can match your suppressor :thumbsup:
Well that is........different.Quote:
Originally Posted by Double Shot
And not in a good way.
Ugly, is the term that springs to mind.
Although, that is a subjective term :)
That stock does look very nice Zeb, its a different shape to the stocks they use to make, they must have some different options now.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dreamer
I've got a box of Sierra 65's if you want some to try . . . .
Yeah i here ya, I didnt want a Creedmore let alone a a Tikka let alone a carbon stock, let alone a stainless rifle ....... but .... the firkers shoot. Wheres my hat ... pass the sauce please.
Yeah mate it’s the Duley one. I think I’ll change to one on my saum as wellQuote:
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You’ll have to start drinking cody’s, buy yourself a nice Surf, and get one of those really good vortex’s to go on top....:ORLY:Quote:
Originally Posted by johnd
Hey @Dreamer, what is the suppressor you have on that rifle.
Dpt mate. Factory length barrelQuote:
Originally Posted by jakewire
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And start to grow my hair longer for my man bun :thumbsup:Quote:
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Yeah, those Toyota drivers do tend to have pretty androgynous hair styles.Quote:
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Dont you mean atrocious.
There is a great stock & bottom metal option just come up in the buy and sell.....:thumbsup:
yeah I tagged him on that....Quote:
Originally Posted by SlimySquirrel
Yes ,thanks lads, first things first, I'm getting it drilled and tapped ,threaded, a rail put on and a Dpt suppressor first ,load development, then will look at a stock.
I like the idea of Stugs, even if a bit of a wait.
Just haven't made up my mind whether a muzzle forward or overbarrel suppressor would be best.
I really like My A-TEC Muzzle forward on the 6.5 but would prefer to buy local this time rd.
Should already be drilled & tapped for a rail ex factory???Quote:
Originally Posted by jakewire
Ahh thats cool
Never had a T3 and drilled the Finn so I assumed this would be the same, saves a bob,
Cheers.
just get it threaded and use the 6.5 suppressor
That's an option I considered but didn't want to ask incase it was a laughable suggestion
Maybe it isn't then.
no issue at all using larger suppressor...... the only dumb question is the one you shoudv'e asked but didn't
