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01-17-2012, 01:54 PM
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Tikka T-3 Aluminum Bolt Shroud
I wasn't thrilled with the plastic bolt shrouds on my two T-3s, so I ordered a couple of aluminum shrouds off of a machinist on CGN. I just received them yesterday, and am pleased with the fit, finish and the price. For $40 each plus shipping, they look exactly like the factory shrouds, and they fit very well. They are available in black, or in stainless to match either action color. If you are interested in purchasing one, look up Flick over at the CGN forum.
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01-17-2012, 02:25 PM
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Originally Posted by elkhunter11
I wasn't thrilled with the plastic bolt shrouds on my two T-3s, so I ordered a couple of aluminum shrouds off of a machinist on CGN. I just received them yesterday, and am pleased with the fit, finish and the price. For $40 each plus shipping, they look exactly like the factory shrouds, and they fit very well. They are available in black, or in stainless to match either action color. If you are interested in purchasing one, look up Flick over at the CGN forum.
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Thanks for the info EH11....I will be ordering one of these.
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01-17-2012, 02:28 PM
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Never really worried me...guess if it broke I'd replace it with an aluminum one but plastic one seems to work fine.
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01-17-2012, 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by sheephunter
Never really worried me...guess if it broke I'd replace it with an aluminum one but plastic one seems to work fine.
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x2 But let's see some before and after pics anyway.
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01-17-2012, 04:35 PM
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I got one in the mail yesterday. Flick did a great job.
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01-17-2012, 05:55 PM
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Originally Posted by sheephunter
Never really worried me...guess if it broke I'd replace it with an aluminum one but plastic one seems to work fine.
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Same for me-mine been up mountains, dropped, strapped to a backpack, survived horses-hasn't broke yet.
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01-18-2012, 08:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Huntnut
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Same for me-mine been up mountains, dropped, strapped to a backpack, survived horses-hasn't broke yet.
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i do have a friend who got a little overzealous on a .223 handload and a pierced primer sent the bolt shroud into his forehead scaring the hell outta him LOL
i bought an aluminum one when i ordered my oversized bolt handle...just cause...didnt really need one but where is the fun in that? 
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01-18-2012, 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Jamie Black R/T
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i do have a friend who got a little overzealous on a .223 handload and a pierced primer sent the bolt shroud into his forehead scaring the hell outta him LOL
i bought an aluminum one when i ordered my oversized bolt handle...just cause...didnt really need one but where is the fun in that? |
A reloading miscue by a friend, completely shattered his Tikka plastic bolt shroud. He was fortunate not to lose an eye.
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01-18-2012, 11:16 AM
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Can we see some pics ?
I have a couple t3's and wouldnt mind seeing what they look like !
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01-18-2012, 12:49 PM
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I changed out the shrouds because I have seen them crack, and chip. For the price, it seemed like a good idea.
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01-18-2012, 06:28 PM
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Originally Posted by deepfried
Can we see some pics ?
I have a couple t3's and wouldnt mind seeing what they look like !
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The one on the left is aluminum.
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01-18-2012, 06:31 PM
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The black plastic shroud on Sako A7's can be replaced with an Sako 85 shroud.
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01-18-2012, 08:23 PM
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Does it require a gunsmith to install a new one ?
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01-18-2012, 08:28 PM
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Does it require a gunsmith to install a new one ?
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You can change the shroud on a T-3 in less than 10 seconds without tools once you have the bolt in your hands.
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01-18-2012, 09:11 PM
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I am just curious, what is too stop the aluminum one from coming backwards and hitting you in the face as opposed to the plastic one?
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01-18-2012, 09:13 PM
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I am just curious, what is too stop the aluminum one from coming backwards and hitting you in the face as opposed to the plastic one?
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It won't shatter like the plastic shroud will, so it will be less likely to become dislodged.
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01-19-2012, 08:55 AM
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Does it require a gunsmith to install a new one ?
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See link below; very easy to do.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wcu2zOfX6V0
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01-19-2012, 05:51 PM
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Excellent link, thanx for posting it.
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01-19-2012, 07:28 PM
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Any idea on corrosion issues having aluminum and steel together like that?
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01-19-2012, 07:35 PM
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Thanx for the help JohnB and elkhunter 11 , looks easy enough .. Do you think it is a good idea to change it even if it's not broke ?
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01-19-2012, 07:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Oneriver
Any idea on corrosion issues having aluminum and steel together like that?
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Must be ok the t3's use and aluminum bedding block no issues there.
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01-19-2012, 07:38 PM
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Any idea on corrosion issues having aluminum and steel together like that?
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Considering how many rifle makes/models use bolt aluminum shrouds, I don't see any issues.
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01-19-2012, 08:00 PM
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Thanx for the help JohnB and elkhunter 11 , looks easy enough .. Do you think it is a good idea to change it even if it's not broke ?
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You're welcome. It's really up to you, I'm sure there are a lot out there that haven't been replaced and are just fine.
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01-19-2012, 08:23 PM
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I got my new shroud from Flick last year. Awesome job!! ...he was talking about possibly doing some bottom metal too for the T3's maybe this year  ...That'd be Kool!!
I read that a few guys break the plastic shroud when they take their bolt apart to clean it ...they turn it the wrong way and let it uncock(drop down) on the shroud and unfortunately..... cracking it.
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