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Not available in Canada either. That model is available here, just not in that cal.

http://www.cabelas.ca/product/9304/tikka-t3-hb-varmint-stainless-bolt-action-rifle

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So far, I like it. As far as feedback, the one thing I would change/get rid of, that freakin “share” side bar is a PITA! Otherwise, I like it.

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Well that sure puts a hole in the “wing it and adapt”  and the “dead reckoning” ideas.  Looks like I have some homework to do now.

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I would agree with yukonal… because I gots one. T3 HB stainless in 300 wsm.

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I know I posted something about it on here at one time or another… but for the life of me, I can't remember what the answer was. I “believe” you're correct about the magazine… and as far as the bolt stop, that's the correct idea.
I too have a WSM in 300… and found that the magazine was a little on the short side (2.885″ MAX oal) Quite honestly, if you're doing target shooting, get one of those yellow thingies that go in the magazine and single load each shot. That way when hunting, your “factory” rounds won't bounce around in the magazine too much.

Jason…. You're the all knowing wizzard here… help this guy out!

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I guess I'm a little late to chime in here… But I bought a T3 in stainless also (Varmint barrel). Can't complain so far!

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A dial vernier caliper is what I was recommending. I only say that they are better through experience. Where I reside, the local vehicle authority requires us to use digital verniers for vehicle inspections ( i know… cars and not guns)… but through much use and differing readings, I found the repeat-ability of the digital to be less than that of a dial vernier caliper.
Now, if the OP wants to go with digital, that's fine with me, I was just voicing my opinion and experience. Either way, some form of measuring device is gonna be required.

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Proper name for it would be a “Vernier Caliper”. You can get them at almost any place that sells reloading supplies/equipment or a good machine shop supply store.
On this note, spend the money and buy a good one. Non digital… metal in construction and with an easy to read dial. Don't worry, it's money well spent as it's a lifetime purchase.
Don't know how to use it, if you have a friend that's either a mechanic or machinist, ask for a demo! Hell… ask them if they have an old one they would be willing to part with! Most machinists replace their vernier calipers every so often.

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Yup… a tumbler isn't really needed unless you like things to sparkle. A good primer pocket cleaning tool, a fine scotch brite pad (to clean the outside of the necks) and a wire barrel cleaning brush of the appropriate diameter (for inside the necks) is all that's really needed for cleaning as far as I'm concerned.
Never heard of the wonder cloth… but I'm sure it's simply a cloth with a polishing compound impregnated in it.
Quite honestly, I looked into getting a tumbler at one time but got drawn to the sonic cleaner. Though,I didn't purchase either as I'm more worried about functionality over looks. Knowing what I know about sonic cleaners, that would be the route I would go (I use one at work for small parts and small carburetors).

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I agree on the pricing being an issue, It is a bit steep. Though here in Canada, getting a barrel is quite an ordeal. It's easier to just buy one than to buy a rifle for an action and then trick it out. If I could have purchased it in blued, I would have… but the varmint or heavy barrel is only available in stainless. Still, I don't have buyers remorse.

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careful now, I have learned that just about everything has a price!

Nope, if someone want it, they are gonna have to pry it from my cold dead rotting hands. This Tikka is one that will be mine to the death. Now my Savage… that's a different story.  😛

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Thank you Jason. That was my issue.  :-[

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If you feel like doing the leg work and paper work, your T3 HB is available in Canada in .204, 22-250, .308, 7mm rem mag, 300 mag, 300 wsm and .223.
I'm not sure why they are available in Canada and not the US… Doesn't make any sense.

http://www.cabelas.ca/index.cfm?pageID=71&&section=1187&section2=1724&section3=1952&ID=9304

And for the record, no, I will not sell my T3 HB Stainless 300 WSM!

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Hate to say this… but clicking the link gets me “error 404, page not found”

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You better get it up and running before I spend ALL my Christmas money on family and not myself! The funds are dwindling and I still don't know what I wanna get for myself!