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05-09-2016, 07:01 PM
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remington 700 vs tikka t3
Hey guys,
Looking for some advice on rifles. I want to buy a bolt action center fire rifle chambered for 300 win mag. The two that I have narrowed it down to are the Tikka T3 stainless and the remington 700 stainless. As far as I can tell, they are pretty similar. Any recommendations?
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05-09-2016, 07:04 PM
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Tikka all day everyday. Nuf said
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05-09-2016, 07:07 PM
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The Tikka has a better trigger than the new Remingtons, and the quality is generally better, but in 300winmag, the recoil won't be pleasant with a T-3. The Limbsaver recoil pad is a must for the Tikka, but it still won't be all that pleasant to shoot.
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05-09-2016, 07:09 PM
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Okay. is the rem 700 better on recoil due to weight or something else?
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05-09-2016, 07:21 PM
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Weight. The only advantage a lightweight rifle has is for carrying. Other than that, all advantage goes to a heavier rifle.
We use both the R700 and the T3 in my family. If you are the kind of guy who likes upgrading his gun and playing around with it, the R700 has the most aftermarket options available. If you are looking for a good stock rifle that's a pleasure to carry and you won't shoot a bunch throughout the year, get the T3. Both are accurate with the right ammo.
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05-09-2016, 07:22 PM
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Remington 700 all the way! 
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05-09-2016, 08:54 PM
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05-09-2016, 07:22 PM
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You will not be upset buying one or the other, tikka has a smoother bolt, and known for superb accuracy, where as a Remington 700 has many upgrades, so if you are looking for a rifle you want to just shoot out of the box, hands down go with the tikka, however if you are looking for a rifle that you can upgrade very easily go with the Remington 700!
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05-09-2016, 07:26 PM
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okay thank guys. this has given me some stuff to think about
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05-10-2016, 07:18 AM
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Originally Posted by elkhunter11
The Tikka has a better trigger than the new Remingtons, and the quality is generally better, but in 300winmag, the recoil won't be pleasant with a T-3. The Limbsaver recoil pad is a must for the Tikka, but it still won't be all that pleasant to shoot.
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That and the short detachable mag , leaves little option for seating bullets.
Remington's lately are a coin toss as far as quality goes, then you can bank on a timmney or other after market trigger, and at the very least bedding the stock.
I have a good buddy with a Tikka T3 in 300WM it's not fun off the bench, it is still his favorite to go hunting with .
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05-10-2016, 07:27 AM
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Either / or
Whichever one fits you , your cheek weld and your shoulder the best ! And the one you find the most aesthetically pleasing to your eyes ( am I right guys )
I've got multiple 700 s and 1 t3 ...... All great guns , all shoot great.
If for going in the mountains soon or one day the focus should be on wt reduction .... But a 300 win mag ..... Only so much
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05-10-2016, 07:28 AM
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Get the Tikka. But don't get a 300 Win Mag....get a 270, or if you must have a 30 caliber get a 30-06. If you must have a magnum get the 7 Rem Mag, your shoulder will thank you later. The game won't know the difference.
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05-10-2016, 08:37 AM
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Get a 30-06 and put a limbsaver on it. 300 Mag in that gun is just not necessary.
PS: Be sure to let us know how many animals get away because you didn't have a 300 Mag.
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02-21-2017, 09:55 PM
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Tikka T3 mag
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Originally Posted by super7mag
That and the short detachable mag , leaves little option for seating bullets.
Remington's lately are a coin toss as far as quality goes, then you can bank on a timmney or other after market trigger, and at the very least bedding the stock.
I have a good buddy with a Tikka T3 in 300WM it's not fun off the bench, it is still his favorite to go hunting with .
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There's an aftermarket metal mag available now for the T3. I got one for my T3 in 204R. Pricey (about 200$C) but worth it for me cuz I shoot my 204 a lot and the plastic mags wear out quickly. I was on my 3rd factory mag when I got my metal one. And the factory mags are best part of 100$C.
The metal one also has room so you can adjust COAL so it really solves both problems. (The only problems I have found on my T3.)
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Last edited by aardvaark; 02-21-2017 at 09:56 PM.
Reason: correct spelling
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02-21-2017, 10:11 PM
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which one
Not to derail, but just get a upper end Savage/ will outshoot both. 
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05-09-2016, 09:36 PM
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Love my tikka. The remmy I just picked up has yet to impress me. I got it to have a custom someday.
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05-09-2016, 09:55 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by osterhob
Hey guys,
Looking for some advice on rifles. I want to buy a bolt action center fire rifle chambered for 300 win mag. The two that I have narrowed it down to are the Tikka T3 stainless and the remington 700 stainless. As far as I can tell, they are pretty similar. Any recommendations?
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T3 will bite a bit, but both are good.
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05-09-2016, 10:19 PM
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both are good rifles. I have 2 tikkas after selling a newer 700 cdl. Shoulda never sold it. Some will come on and state that tikka is more accurate, but thats probably only sometimes the case. After spendign some time shooting both, i prefer my remington. Was more accurate for me, felt better to shoot, and better trigger. Do prefer the shorter bolt throw on the tikka
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05-09-2016, 10:21 PM
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Tikka all the way, they are also on sale for 20% off at most major retailers right now.
Remington 700's can suffer from this....... a Tikka never will. This brought an unfortunate end to my sheep hunt one year.
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05-10-2016, 03:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Beached Whale
Tikka all the way, they are also on sale for 20% off at most major retailers right now.
Remington 700's can suffer from this....... a Tikka never will. This brought an unfortunate end to my sheep hunt one year.
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rough bastard, 
I would go with a CDL or BDL, Remington, if its one of the cheaper Remington lines, tikka.
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02-21-2017, 09:52 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Beached Whale
Tikka all the way, they are also on sale for 20% off at most major retailers right now.
Remington 700's can suffer from this....... a Tikka never will. This brought an unfortunate end to my sheep hunt one year.
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Man what a p.o.! Oh and Tikka all the way! I think historically Remis were of better quality, no so much any more, sort of like the remlins, love my jm marlin but would never throw my money away on a remlin. I think the Fins take greater pride in their workmanship as opposed to our big headed neighbors to the south
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