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Old 12-12-2018, 12:35 PM
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Op what are your intentions for this rifle? Hunting, target or both. If it were my money and wanted a medium range target rifle I would buy a Tikka T3X Varmint in a 6.5x55. If it’s strictly for Hunting a T3X stainless synthetic in 270, 308 or even 30-06.
My friend has a T-3 Supervarmint in 6.5x55, it's a bit heavy, but he uses it for all of his big game hunting, as well as for target use. He wanted a Varmint model, but I found the Supervarmint used , but in mint condition for a great price.
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Old 12-12-2018, 02:08 PM
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That is bundle of cash for that gun if you really like it you should go for it
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Old 12-12-2018, 02:19 PM
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That is bundle of cash for that gun if you really like it you should go for it
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I bought a T3 left hand stainless synthetic when WSS was closing out. I had it rebarreled to a 26” KS Arms 257wby. I don’t have as much into my 257wby as what Cabelas wants for this rifle.
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Old 12-12-2018, 03:32 PM
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I bought a T3 left hand stainless synthetic when WSS was closing out. I had it rebarreled to a 26” KS Arms 257wby. I don’t have as much into my 257wby as what Cabelas wants for this rifle.
You also don't have a muzzle brake, set trigger, fluted barrel, cerekote, or oversize bolt knob.
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Old 12-12-2018, 04:08 PM
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You also don't have a muzzle brake, set trigger, fluted barrel, cerekote, or oversize bolt knob.
And he likely doesn't regret not having any of them.
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Old 12-12-2018, 04:42 PM
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And he likely doesn't regret not having any of them.
Exactly.
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Old 12-12-2018, 05:47 PM
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This might work for you ....have been considering one myself...seems like there might be some flex in the price.

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Old 12-13-2018, 01:29 PM
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And he likely doesn't regret not having any of them.
He may not, but to argue that it's overpriced and compare it to a rifle that doesn't have the same features (whether desired or not) is not apples to apples.
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Old 12-13-2018, 06:16 PM
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He may not, but to argue that it's overpriced and compare it to a rifle that doesn't have the same features (whether desired or not) is not apples to apples.
KevDawg stated he wanted a hunting rifle. I’m not sure why anyone would want a oversized bolt knob, muzzle brake or set trigger on a hunting rifle.
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Old 12-13-2018, 09:21 PM
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Browning really needs to put a better trigger on their rifles, the Tikka trigger is far superior.
You can get a spring replacement for factory trigger that will drop pull to 2-3 lbs. I personally have no issues with factory trigger on xbolt and own tikkas as well.
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Old 12-13-2018, 09:47 PM
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I just received my T-3x CTR today. Raised cheek piece, oversized bolt knob, rail, metal trigger guard and magazine, and stainless action and threaded barrel, for $200 less. The metal trigger guard and magazine are the options that I found most attractive, as the aftermarket metal parts are expensive.
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Old 12-13-2018, 09:59 PM
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I just received my T-3x CTR today. Raised cheek piece, oversized bolt knob, rail, metal trigger guard and magazine, and stainless action and threaded barrel, for $200 less. The metal trigger guard and magazine are the options that I found most attractive, as the aftermarket metal parts are expensive.
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Old 12-14-2018, 01:45 PM
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I sincerely appreciate everyone's feedback.
Pardon my ignorance, I've hunted for a few 10ish years but haven't had the opportunity to shoot many different rifles.

Why does it seem like a lot of guys **** on muzzle-brake's?
I understand they are louder but if they help reduce recoil and flinching whats the big deal?

Also the set trigger?

Seems to me it would be really nice to have a super light trigger?
Is this not worth or a good idea for hunting?
I currently have a Ruger M77 MKII and it has a very heavy trigger.
The thought of a light trigger seem like a relief to me.

I appreciate feedback. I enjoy both sides of the opinions.
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Old 12-14-2018, 04:06 PM
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If I were you I'd go with the Tikka hands down. I can only compare to my buddies Ruger which seems to miss a lot. I think you'll be super happy with the Tikka.
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Old 12-14-2018, 05:21 PM
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I sincerely appreciate everyone's feedback.
Pardon my ignorance, I've hunted for a few 10ish years but haven't had the opportunity to shoot many different rifles.

Why does it seem like a lot of guys **** on muzzle-brake's?
I understand they are louder but if they help reduce recoil and flinching whats the big deal?

Also the set trigger?

Seems to me it would be really nice to have a super light trigger?
Is this not worth or a good idea for hunting?
I currently have a Ruger M77 MKII and it has a very heavy trigger.
The thought of a light trigger seem like a relief to me.

I appreciate feedback. I enjoy both sides of the opinions.
Muzzle brakes aren't a bit louder, they are a lot louder, enough that a single shot with a braked rifle with no hearing protection, can result in measurable hearing loss. Cat and I both know one individual who suffered considerable hearing loss from one shot with a braked rifle. I have no intention of hunting big game with hearing protection, so I avoid brakes. As far as a set trigger goes, I have owned rifles with set triggers, including Sako and Tikka rifles, and I found them too light for field use. I never used them, other than for some target work. I set the T-3 triggers at 2-1/2 lbs, and find them excellent for hunting. Rather than pay for a brake, or a set trigger that I won't use, I would rather have a better stock, or metal bottom metal and magazine.
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Old 12-14-2018, 05:29 PM
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I sincerely appreciate everyone's feedback.
Pardon my ignorance, I've hunted for a few 10ish years but haven't had the opportunity to shoot many different rifles.

Why does it seem like a lot of guys **** on muzzle-brake's?
I understand they are louder but if they help reduce recoil and flinching whats the big deal?

Also the set trigger?

Seems to me it would be really nice to have a super light trigger?
Is this not worth or a good idea for hunting?
I currently have a Ruger M77 MKII and it has a very heavy trigger.
The thought of a light trigger seem like a relief to me.

I appreciate feedback. I enjoy both sides of the opinions.
I can't vouch for everyone but I can give you my opinion. Muzzle brakes are a touchy subject for some mostly due to the excessive increase in noise. Often while hunting in the heat of the moment hearing protection can be forgotten and a muzzle brake can cause some terrible damage.
As for the set trigger I would say that it all depends on the style of hunting you are doing. If you sit in a stand where you have time to set the trigger and settle into the rifle for a shot it is an excellent choice. If you walk through bush to hunt often things happen quickly and taking time to set the trigger can mean the difference between making a shot or not.
I personally like a 2.5-3lb single stage trigger on my hunting gun it's light enough that I don't have to yank on it to get it to go off but heavy enough that I can feel it with gloves on when hunting in cold temps.
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Old 12-14-2018, 06:38 PM
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I really appreciated your feedback.
I had no idea muzzle brakes were that bad.
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Old 12-17-2018, 10:36 PM
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NOT big on the Stock - Cartridge selection is pretty Bleak - LIke to see it Offered in 6.5 CM -270 Win 280 AI ! Nothing wrong with stock Tikka triggers - No Need for a Brake unless they offered it in some 30 or 33 cal cartridges BUT not a BAD rifle -a little overprice too ! jmo RJ

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Muzzle brake on a hunting rifle.... curious as to what the Finns were drinking when they came out with this stroke of genius.

Kevdawg, keep your money in your pocket and buy a plain old T3x.
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Old 12-18-2018, 07:11 AM
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Muzzle brake on a hunting rifle.... curious as to what the Finns were drinking when they came out with this stroke of genius.

Kevdawg, keep your money in your pocket and buy a plain old T3x.
No different that Browning or Savage or any other rifle company, they offer brakes, because someone will buy them. Browning has ported almost all of their clays shotguns for years, even though all that it does is make them louder.
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