Just bought my new Tikka T3 ARCTIC ! (Civilian version of the Ranger's new rifle)

Still alive said:
The OP posted about his excitement and joy over the Tikka. As long as he is happy, let's not ruin his thread with negative comments.
There are other threads where those issues are already discussed ad infinitum.
Congrats OP and have a safe hunt! Let us know how the rifle performs in the field.
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Well said. At the end of the day, it is a unique piece, and for some that may not be worth the premium, but by no means did the OP waste his money. He got a seriously tough rifle that will always look and feel unique. I would also be interested to know how it does in the field!

-J
 
Bolt Hole said:
The colour was not an oversight. It was intentional on DND's part and for the purpose of identifying the rifle as belonging to the rangers (like the red they wear). Civi's may or may not like that, but it wasn't designed for the commercial market. As far as price, yes it is a bit of a hose down, but bear in mind that a great deal of development and durability testing was performed to meet the ranger requirement. The gun has proven durability that has been evaluated and confirmed far more thoroughly than for most commercial rifles out there and, for some, that is worth something.

-J
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cant wait to see the so durable rifle after two seasons of Komatik or boat, then we will able to speak how the rifle for rangers will really be in their hands. lab handling is not what they will do ...
 
Bolt Hole said:
Well said. At the end of the day, it is a unique piece, and for some that may not be worth the premium, but by no means did the OP waste his money. He got a seriously tough rifle that will always look and feel unique. I would also be interested to know how it does in the field!

-J
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That's right. Thanks to all of you who got my intent: I didn't mean to say this is a rational value-for-money purchase, it was a gut-driven emotional purchase and I really love it, just wanted to share my happy state of mind. I didn't mean to say either that I was a great talented shooter, I meant to show that with a new out-of-the-box rifle, with the scope not even barely zeroed, when it was the first time in my life I shot a Tikka and had no feel for the trigger, I was able to group that at 100 yards. I am sure in a few weeks it will be much tighter.

I'll let you know at the end of November how it performed on Anticosti Island. Hopefully I'll be able to bring back two nice deers to feed the family for the year.
 
That's right. Thanks to all of you who got my intent: I didn't mean to say this is a rational value-for-money purchase, it was a gut-driven emotional purchase and I really love it, just wanted to share my happy state of mind. I didn't mean to say either that I was a great talented shooter, I meant to show that with a new out-of-the-box rifle, with the scope not even barely zeroed, when it was the first time in my life I shot a Tikka and had no feel for the trigger, I was able to group that at 100 yards. I am sure in a few weeks it will be much tighter.

I'll let you know at the end of November how it performed on Anticosti Island. Hopefully I'll be able to bring back two nice deers to feed the family for the year.
 
Tarkus said:
That's right. Thanks to all of you who got my intent: I didn't mean to say this is a rational value-for-money purchase, it was a gut-driven emotional purchase and I really love it, just wanted to share my happy state of mind. I didn't mean to say either that I was a great talented shooter, I meant to show that with a new out-of-the-box rifle, with the scope not even barely zeroed, when it was the first time in my life I shot a Tikka and had no feel for the trigger, I was able to group that at 100 yards. I am sure in a few weeks it will be much tighter.

I'll let you know at the end of November how it performed on Anticosti Island. Hopefully I'll be able to bring back two nice deers to feed the family for the year.
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this is it. first is to enjoy what you purchase.

are they grow that big now in Anticosti? lol
 
medvedqc said:
cant wait to see the so durable rifle after two seasons of Komatik or boat, then we will able to speak how the rifle for rangers will really be in their hands. lab handling is not what they will do ...
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Agreed. Ranger rifles get treated to a very rough environment and very rough handling. The comparison on toughness, though, is not whether or not the rifle is "invincible", it is whether or not it is more durable than similar commercial offerings in the same environment. I can say that a lot of the commercial offerings would fail even the lab testing so I can imagine how poorly they would fare in the hands of the rangers. Based on what I have seen, I would say that it is a tough rifle. That is just my .02 though.

-J
 
Very few factory rifles these days come equipped with quality factory iron sights, these would add a couple of hundred dollars to the price of the rifle, another hundred for the rail. The laminated stock if purchased after market would be in the $500 range, with a premium for the butt spacers. While this is an expensive version of the Tikka, it's not completely out of line for a limited production rifle.
 
Hey Tarkus - check out the 'Yo Dave' trigger spring - he is based in BC but the US$ prices (inc shipping) are worth it - makes the whole thing a bit trembly at the lightest setting though.

Good decision - by posting you will attract the same flies that a recent cable will - but by their posts you will know them - so disregard and have a ton of fun. (I shoot a 30-06 T3 Hunter) out of the box (with a $200 walmart scope) shot a 1" group at 300m using Federal blue box ammo. Sako have worked it out and you will have a bunch of pleasure (as opposed to the miserable g!ts that lurk here).
 
Thanks, I'll check that. Would it be too sensitive for hunting in rough wood or is it only good for the range ?

As for the other people comments, I take the good ones and forget the rest. I see there is a lot of good and decent people nevertheless.
 
medvedqc said:
cant wait to see the so durable rifle after two seasons of Komatik or boat, then we will able to speak how the rifle for rangers will really be in their hands. lab handling is not what they will do ...
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Bolt Hole said:
Agreed. Ranger rifles get treated to a very rough environment and very rough handling. The comparison on toughness, though, is not whether or not the rifle is "invincible", it is whether or not it is more durable than similar commercial offerings in the same environment. I can say that a lot of the commercial offerings would fail even the lab testing so I can imagine how poorly they would fare in the hands of the rangers. Based on what I have seen, I would say that it is a tough rifle. That is just my .02 though.

-J
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I have seen first hand how quickly No. 4 or EAL rifles can be ruined. These will do just as well. In addition, they have some very desirable features.

Tarkus - enjoy your rifle - it a good one.
 
Hey Tarkus, the choice whether to 'use' your rifle or keep it as a 'range / safe queen' is yours. My T3 is a 'tool' and I use it for hunting so even with careful handling, it will pick up the odd ding or two but if you 'use not abuse' ( ie oily rag and pull through if it gets wet or dew etc and respect the scope and mounts) and it will it will last and serve you very well.
 
The Kurgan said:
Personally, I think they're quite a nice rifle with zero faults (price isn't that high for a quality limited edition rifle). However, my T3 Battue will do everything the Ranger Rifle will do, and so I can't justify one in my safe.
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yeah, and for almost $1900 less.
 
Tarkus said:
Thanks, I'll check that. Would it be too sensitive for hunting in rough wood or is it only good for the range ?
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If the T3 Arctic is sporting the same trigger as the Ranger Rifle setup (which is not the stock T3 trigger mech.), I am not sure the 'Yo Dave' trigger spring applies. Also, lowering the trigger pull with said Ranger Rifle setup will introduce the risk of accidental discharge if dropped. On a hunting rifle, I am not sure it is worth it. Again, just my .02.

-J
 
Tarkus said:
That's right. Thanks to all of you who got my intent: I didn't mean to say this is a rational value-for-money purchase, it was a gut-driven emotional purchase and I really love it, just wanted to share my happy state of mind. I didn't mean to say either that I was a great talented shooter, I meant to show that with a new out-of-the-box rifle, with the scope not even barely zeroed, when it was the first time in my life I shot a Tikka and had no feel for the trigger, I was able to group that at 100 yards. I am sure in a few weeks it will be much tighter.

I'll let you know at the end of November how it performed on Anticosti Island. Hopefully I'll be able to bring back two nice deers to feed the family for the year.
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If it makes you happy it is worth it... Enjoy your gun, guy
 
Over or under the price of the Tikka?Cooper 308
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