PPP Posted July 29, 2018 Report Share Posted July 29, 2018 I will be ordering my 308 this week and have narrowed it down to this. Rifle use will be: 10% Deer 10% Boar 20% Fox 60 % Target Which variant would you choose and why? Current think favourite is CTR or Super Varmint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houseplant Posted July 29, 2018 Report Share Posted July 29, 2018 Presumably rifle weight isn't too much of an issue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPP Posted July 29, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2018 21 minutes ago, Houseplant said: Presumably rifle weight isn't too much of an issue? Agreed, I’m already carrying a stone too much, another few pounds won’t hurt ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham M Posted July 29, 2018 Report Share Posted July 29, 2018 (edited) Buy the Hunter. Nice wood stock and a bit more weight than a plastic thingy. https://www.sportsmanguncentre.co.uk/tikka-t3x-hunter-wood-blue-fluted-right-handed Edited July 29, 2018 by Graham M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted July 30, 2018 Report Share Posted July 30, 2018 I have the Heavy Varmint. Great bit of kit but shortly to be traded in as I no longer shoot foxes or deer. Can recommend the variant though, mine is faultless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham M Posted July 30, 2018 Report Share Posted July 30, 2018 (edited) 55 minutes ago, Scully said: I have the Heavy Varmint. Great bit of kit but shortly to be traded in as I no longer shoot foxes or deer. Can recommend the variant though, mine is faultless. I assume you mean VARMINT Take yer pick http://www.tikka.fi/rifles#rifles mmmm I actually like the T3 Forest Edited July 30, 2018 by Graham M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted July 30, 2018 Report Share Posted July 30, 2018 1 hour ago, Graham M said: I assume you mean VARMINT Take yer pick http://www.tikka.fi/rifles#rifles mmmm I actually like the T3 Forest ? mate has the T3 Tactical in .223. Nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy RV Posted July 30, 2018 Report Share Posted July 30, 2018 CTR. Far better steel mag than the other Tikka’s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPP Posted July 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 30, 2018 12 hours ago, fister said: Stalking or highseat Driven or highseat Walking or vehicle Plinking for practice or serious (what type) of competition? Hi To be honest a mixture although not much vehicle shooting.. As for target shooting it will be for practice / fun on ranges, we have a few good military ranges not far away, doubt I will be competitive other than with myself.. 2 hours ago, Andy RV said: CTR. Far better steel mag than the other Tikka’s. Interesting, thanks.. 12 hours ago, Scully said: I have the Heavy Varmint. Great bit of kit but shortly to be traded in as I no longer shoot foxes or deer. Can recommend the variant though, mine is faultless. Awesome, thanks 20 hours ago, Graham M said: Buy the Hunter. Nice wood stock and a bit more weight than a plastic thingy. https://www.sportsmanguncentre.co.uk/tikka-t3x-hunter-wood-blue-fluted-right-handed I know what you mean but wooden stocked rifles do get pinged (as my T bolt will tell you) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Burpster Posted July 30, 2018 Report Share Posted July 30, 2018 (edited) I own a T3x Sporter 6.5x55 and love it. Am saving up for Tac A1 in .308. Walking or crawling stalking with the sporter might be a struggle but the other scenarios I’d be happy to use it - and targets it does to 600 yds....?. Whichever you chose make sure it has an adjustable cheek piece as standard stocks are low if you are using big glass. I have a mate that has stalked with me using a Sako TRG 22, with no issues. Edited July 30, 2018 by The Burpster Remembered a bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPP Posted July 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 30, 2018 Excellent, thanks, wondered if the composite stock would be frowned on akin to taking semi auto shotgun into Grouse moor... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 (edited) We are all different, but even for target (leave time between shots) I would buy a light barrel gun. The gun is multi use, so the target side is obviously fun/enjoyment rather than really serious, so consider the hours you will be carrying it around the field, rather then the minutes you will be prone on target work! Edited July 31, 2018 by Dekers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oowee Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 2 minutes ago, Dekers said: We are all different, and even for target (leave time between shots) I would buy a light barrel gun. The gun is multi use, so the target side is obviously fun/enjoyment rather than really serious, so consider the hours you will be carrying it around the field, rather then the minutes you will be prone on target work! +1 I bought the lite for that very reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houseplant Posted August 1, 2018 Report Share Posted August 1, 2018 I bought the stainless lite. They are virtually standard issue in NZ. Everyone has one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick miller Posted August 1, 2018 Report Share Posted August 1, 2018 I went Stainless Super Varmint. But 260. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted August 1, 2018 Report Share Posted August 1, 2018 31 minutes ago, mick miller said: I went Stainless Super Varmint. But 260. Each to their own, I just don't get the heavy rifles for field use, especially a tricked up even heavier version of the Varmint. Whilst I make my feelings known on this subject, if it works for you then obviously that's what counts, I just don't get it, perhaps I'm just a weak tart who likes light rifles...but they work VERY well for me! ATB! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick miller Posted August 1, 2018 Report Share Posted August 1, 2018 (edited) It's for the range mostly, occasional high seat. I have a light 243 for field work. Which is why I suggested the super varmint as the OP states he'll use it for the range mostly (60%). A light barrel, lightweight rifle I can tell you, is utterly useless for range work, they get too hot, too quickly and the stock won't help accuracy if you don't have a nice fat, flat surface to ride on the fore rest or bag. Edited August 1, 2018 by mick miller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPP Posted August 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2018 Thanks guys, went for CTR in the end, I’m a fat knacker (nearly 16 stone) so the 500g saving in weight wasn’t enough of a difference, I’ll just take a couple of pies out of each pocket if walking around.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick miller Posted August 2, 2018 Report Share Posted August 2, 2018 I nearly went for this myself, but felt a 'black rifle' poking from a high seat might give the wrong impression. That said, I may just get another stock in time. What I liked about the varmint stock was the option to remove parts to fine tune it for fit when stalking. Like you, I'm no lightweight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.