The Tikkas I've seen or owned that had an accuracy problem are very few. Normally, the plastic stocked ones can be made to shoot better by removing the two little bedding points in the barrel...
Liked On: 06-07-2021, 08:13 AM
Don’t be silly buzzman just get another carbonlight! [emoji16] wish I still had mine that’s for sure [emoji31] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
Liked On: 05-07-2021, 06:34 PM
Thats the market they were aimed at isn't it? More of a steel/truck gun than competition for the finnlight. Sent from my SM-G986B using Tapatalk
Liked On: 05-07-2021, 06:00 PM
A mate as the s20 hunter model in 6.5prc, shoots and functions really well with precision hunter ammo. He likes the added weight as doesn't usually have to carry it far and does a bit of LR gong...
Liked On: 05-07-2021, 06:00 PM
The S20 has a heavier profile than your standard Sako or tikka. It is actually almost the same profile as the new tikka Veil, with its 5/8-24 thread. If one gunsmith has the opportunity to take an...
Liked On: 04-07-2021, 10:15 PM
Local has a secondhand one on the rack I had a feel of it and was quite surprised by how heavy and awkward it felt. Might be an ok toy for steel but I wouldn't call them a hunting rifle
Liked On: 04-07-2021, 09:56 PM
Still don’t like them Unless they cause you to sell a Sako to me or you to not need that last bottle of 2208 then I like them You can’t argue with classic lines. 171887
Liked On: 04-07-2021, 09:33 PM
I’m keen to find one also. Keen on a 6.5 CM and the PRC correct. Find me one buzzman and I’ll find you a paru old Carbonlite that’s not too shabby. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Liked On: 04-07-2021, 09:32 PM
Kudu I thi k it was handled one and commented on the heavyweight
Liked On: 04-07-2021, 09:32 PM
sakos 100th year and buzzman s 100th sako
Liked On: 01-07-2021, 10:31 AM
Surprised buzzman didn't get a mention as a honorary Sako enthusiast :P
Liked On: 01-07-2021, 10:09 AM
Took the 284 for a South Island walk last week. We 4WD into a big block surrounded by DOC land and saw quite a few animals driving in including a decent boar that disappeared into a tunnel in the...
Liked On: 01-07-2021, 08:58 AM
Possibly so some stand back a bit and look how bad this place has got in the last year ? Sent from my SM-G986B using Tapatalk
Liked On: 30-06-2021, 08:46 AM
171238 My old man dirtying his wagon. Two nephew’s in tow. He’s 74 now and still keener than useless young me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Liked On: 27-06-2021, 06:31 PM
I am. Sako 85SS S&B PMII 3-12 140gr NBT @ 2820 Very similar setup to yours. Very nice to use but a bit heavy now. I have a smaller rifle with a VX3 4.5-14 CDS in mRad on it, so I like the...
Liked On: 21-06-2021, 08:30 PM