The 69gr TMK ahead of CFE 223, the first load that I tested, and most likely the components that I will stick with.
So when are the Tikka T3's going on sale in anticipation of the T3x's ??? (!)
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The 69gr TMK ahead of CFE 223, the first load that I tested, and most likely the components that I will stick with.
How much of varget ? So far I have not seen anything less than a moa from my Varget loads.
thanks, I will try it this Saturday
Yes , of course, I usually check few load sources .
25.2 is a hot load, is your Tikka heavy barreled?
A heavy barrel doesn't change the safe chamber pressure. And checking several sources does not replace working up a load. You are not using the rifle that the people producing the manuals used, or the same lot numbers of components that they used. Even two rifles of the same make and model can produce different pressures using the exact same load, and changing lots of powder can result in a change in chamber pressure.
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Looking for a site sponsor (preferably) with a T3 Varmint HB (blued) in .223, if anyone can point me in the right direction.
TIA.
TIA.
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Epp's finally put all/most of their T3's on sale. Just an FYI.
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Held a t3x the other day at cabelas. Was stainless. 1400.00 and heavy barrel.
I didn't see much big improvements to justify the cost. Yes there is a modular stock with wider fore stock pieces available. Bolt felt same / similar to regular T3. Didn't try trigger, had lock on it.
Non heavy barrel stainless 1200.00
I didn't see much big improvements to justify the cost. Yes there is a modular stock with wider fore stock pieces available. Bolt felt same / similar to regular T3. Didn't try trigger, had lock on it.
Non heavy barrel stainless 1200.00
I have to laugh cause I called it. $400 more for a new one? No thanks.
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I handled a T3X Varmint .223 in SS at the LGS last weekend. Have to say I like the improvements - in particular the new stock and grip.
I'd imagine our weaker CDN$ relative to when the pricing for the T3 was originally established is having an effect on CDN MSRP.
Lots of pre-owned T3s around though for those that want to stick with the original model.
I'd imagine our weaker CDN$ relative to when the pricing for the T3 was originally established is having an effect on CDN MSRP.
Lots of pre-owned T3s around though for those that want to stick with the original model.
1200 for a plastic stocked T3. I think they may have a tough time with sales.
Gotta say, the Tikka's I handled were nice, I liked them and I'd have no problem purchasing one .... but they are one of the most tupperware feeling rifles I've ever held !!
For 1200 you can buy a Kimber classic, or a new model 70 EW, or a used Montana, or for cheaper a Rem 700 mountain The T3 is a budget rifle that is fully out of control on the price front.
The price on the discounted tikkas at epps is really good right now. Both of the ones i bought (which were already discounted) were $50 more apiece when I bought them a April and May. Only common sense is keeping me from buying another one.
