Lol…wow…I guess you can't reason with someone who can't see reason… I see very well. REASON – is something that actual fact, and supportive DATA  accompany an OPINION – which is along with bullshit – what you seem filled with.
I came to the forum to learn the ins and outs about Tikka. Not rifles not marksmanship, not smarmy know it all…

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I would like to give yo credibility, but frankly – you come off like a teenager. I offer an objective approach to testing a firearm before hacking at it…and and your youthful impudence has clearly subjugated your logic skills.

First, you tell me that I make no sense.  Then you finish by reminding me that you have “been around rifles… Read more

The plastic “rib” that is in your stock – was designed to be there for a reason. I grin a bit – when I see the term “free floated” thrown about as THE marker of whether or not a rifle will be accurate.
I tend to believe that the placement of that rib is not an accident, nor was it to save any money for Tikka. Rather it is positioned to dampen…

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The plastic “rib” that is in your stock – was designed to be there for a reason. I grin a bit – when I see the term “free floated” thrown about as THE marker of whether or not a rifle will be accurate.
I tend to believe that the placement of that rib is not an accident, nor was it to save any money for Tikka. Rather it is positioned to dampen… Read more

I find that he uses a very pragmatic…and not dogmatic approach to all subjects ;).

That he is a long range hunter, AND a gunsmith….makes for a realistic, and practical look at every subject he writes about.

Thanks J !

Been watching some of those J. Liked them so much, I ordered some of his books.

Thanks Larkin. But, I cannot find the reticles I am looking for in those products. As well, they are at or above the Nightforce price point…
Thanks again for your input!

Thanks Larkin-

I looked at the Bolthorn, but it is just not what I was hoping for. And, sometimes things being a bit more plain – but more usable for any more people – can make sense ( actually DOLLARS and cents! 😉 8) for a  manufacturer that does not want to ignore at least 20% of the market. Again, if you read my post earlier, I empathize…to… Read more

Another THANKS for this thread. i know it takes more effort to post pics, and the time you have taken to do so is much appreciated! Makes a huge difference.

Seemed like the thing to do! Will order that today.
Thanks!
T

This is encouraging to my wallet!

What I am looking to put on my Tikka T3 .300 Win Mag is a MRAD scope with a G2 ( Bushnell designation) or  an EBR-2B ( or 2C…both Vortex designations ) that is very good in marginal light.

I am trying to make a “tac-hunt” rifle. One that I can go shoot steel at long distance, but also take hunting, and have a… Read more

That is worth noting Larkin, and something I did in fact overlook…. :-[…. ;D

O.K. – lets add ambidextrous grip to the “Lefties wish list” 😉 😀

Jason –

Before I bed the factory lug, should I swap it out for the steel lug option? Seems like an inexpensive way to prevent accuracy fade…as the aluminum lugs deform from recoil as I have read….

Excellent thread – I appreciate the effort that many of you took to create visual image detailing and how you describe the process.

I think I kind of understand…But – by “kind of” – I mean that – in every other industry that has a left/right based audience – manufacturers find ways to create 1 design quite often. Then – rather than injection mold the details ( inlet in this case ) they either have 2 different inserts – one for left, and one for right that is put in place… Read more

Out of all the rifles I've bedded with 10110, I doubt I've ever had the same mix ratio. I measure with a couple tablespoons, and eyeball it. But then, I've mixed alot of Bondo in my day. They've all turned out perfect.

I guess the weighing it on a scale is a good idea… ::)

Well…it depends on how much you believe in “measurable  results”. ;D
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I am compelled to offer a little different perspective – in hopes that manufacturers ( GRS in particular ;D…) will read this.

The composite stocks of the current generation of manufacturing technologies are ALL CAD designed. Because they are, WHY oh WHY….can't someone have the foresight to understand that it is a simple process to “flip” the… Read more

And…nothing about LEFT HAND….. ::) 🙁

I would start with load development and see what the rifle likes. Most non magnum T3s don't need any stock work. What is your rifle chambered for?

I have a 300 Win Mag….Still – I want to foam the butt, epoxy bed the forearm – and see if I can stiffen the stock without significant weight gain. That, plus a Limbsaver, a JEC Customs muzzle brake and… Read more

I am curious about the suggestion for “heavier bolt handle”…. Why is this an improvement? I have seen a titanium bolt handle with carbon fiber knob advertised  – obviously the idea from that manufacturer is to lighten the feel – or total weight?

A bit confused as to whether there is any actual gain in feel/performance either way…Please explain… Read more

Meaningless…..to those of us born with he terminal condition known as…LEFT handed-ness ::) ;D

So – PLEASE…PLEASE …PLEASE!!!! Make a LEFT hand version.