Tikka 695 vs T3

[opto55]

I am in the market for a Tikka 6.5x55. I have owned a T3 Hunter and it was great. Sorry I sold it. I was thinking of Tikka in 695 model. Any comments? Are the older Tikkas better quality and just as accurate as the T3s? All comments welcome.

 

[deerfarmer]

I've owned both and personally prefer the T3. The 695 sports a beefier action and as such weighs a bit more than T3. Not an unbearable weight by any means and the 695 is fine rifle, I just like the T3 better for handling. I have a T3 in 6.5x55 as well and find it a nice fit. The medium cartridge and the long action rifle are a good combination for a re-loader. Accuracy wise I'm sure they are comparable - mine were anyway.

 

[Mighty Peace]

Seen a 695 for sale either in 6.5x55 either herein the EE or on Alberta Outdoorsmen.

Me, if I find one in a Sako m75ss, I definitely will be buying it.

 

[woodchopper]

I have a 695 in 25-06 one ###y rifle.

 

[chappy]

i like the 695. i think its a little better built than the t3 but a little heavier. both shoot great.

 

[Kenny_G2]

It was posted last week, it looked minty and the asking price was 750, it didn't last long.

Seen a 695 for sale either in 6.5x55 either herein the EE or on Alberta Outdoorsmen.

Me, if I find one in a Sako m75ss, I definitely will be buying it.

 

[NAA]

Tikka 695

I have a 695 stainless synthetic in 6.5x55mm. It's heavy but she's a keeper for sure!

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NAA.

 

[Mad-Dog]

If I were you, don't hesitate to buy a T695. I think deerfarmer has it about right. The 695 and T3 are great rifles, but the 695 has a slightly beefier action. The only other significant difference that might affect a few shooters is the contour and thickness of the pistol grip. The 695 has a "fatter" grip compared to the T3. If you have shorter fingers, you'll probably appreciate the somewhat thinner pistol grip of the T3.

Since the OP previously owned a Tikka, he will be well aware of the reputation these guns have for superior quality, reliability, and accuracy.

 

[synik]

If I were you, don't hesitate to buy a T695. I think deerfarmer has it about right. The 695 and T3 are great rifles, but the 695 has a slightly beefier action. The only other significant difference that might affect a few shooters is the contour and thickness of the pistol grip. The 695 has a "fatter" grip compared to the T3. If you have shorter fingers, you'll probably appreciate the somewhat thinner pistol grip of the T3.

Since the OP previously owned a Tikka, he will be well aware of the reputation these guns have for superior quality, reliability, and accuracy.

I agree. I have used a 595 and find the extra thick grip combined with the Tika trigger is a great combination for me. I think people with short fingers would not like them.