[condition one]

30-06 is a long action. But in the case of a T3 Tikka, it is a long bolt stop, long magazine…

And…take your time and clean after every shot for 10 shots, then after every 3 for 9 shots, then after every 5 for 10 shots.

You should be breaking in nicely after that. You'll see a big difference during you cleaning routine about that point, how easy it cleans up.

Thanks for the barrel advice.

[condition one]

I hear you on the glass. I guess I will just shoot and clean as needed like I have always done.

Any suggestions for a nice hunting sling?
And can someone tell me if the 30-06 is a long or short action?

Thanks