vmobiler1 Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 Hi could I get some opinions on what .243 rifle to get ? I`ve been looking at Remington 700 VS SF, Tikka T3 laminated stainless, Browning A bolt, or try to get a sako 75/85. Could anyone give me any advice on what to get and what to avoid, good points and bad if possible please. What should i look out for if buying any of these second hand? Please dont just put go and try them or it`s your choice as I`m looking for other peoples knowledge and expeirence as a guide. Many thanks VmobileR1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 I put in for a 243 the other day Hopefully it'll all go through ok My friend has a 243 Tikka T3 I believe, really nice rifle and shoots really well. Sako have a good reputation aswell as brands likes Remington and Steyr. I myself am looking how much a CZ is as they have a rep for good quality for a good price Although Im not going to rush out and buy as soon as I get my ticket, so I can save up and look for a deal More importantly is the glass you put on top of it. Im thinking of a Leupold scope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
labrador Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 sako if you can afford it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeinVA Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 All those manufacturers are excellent, but more than a name is how the rifle fits No fit? No hit Check out the Savage with accutrigger.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magman Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 If you want to play around with the rifle then rem 700 there's not much you can't do to these . If not a sako or a tikka depending on how much you want to spend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldrick Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 I would (and do) buy European brands instead of American brands, every single time. That is not out of some mis-placed Yank-phopia, more a desire for quality and dependable performance. Pick up an £800 Tikka and an £800 Remington, and inspect the machining work, tolerances, finish and overall quality. The Tikka is by far the more refined rifle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magman Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 The Tikka is by far the more refined rifle. Agreed but you can do so much more with a remmi even if you are only left with the action Ps, have the tikka myself and wouldn't swop it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shotgun73 Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 I own a tikka M558 with zeiss diatal z 6x42 scope all second hand, and found that the most important thing when buying second hand is the rifling in the barrell if this is realy worn then the guns not worth a light, my sugestion to u would be to buy the best quality rifle u can afford, agood scope can always come later, don't be persuaded to buy a rifle just cos it has the latest all singing all dancing scope stuck on the top!!! the rifle could be shot out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul.L Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 If funds allow sako 85 if not then tikka Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harnser Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 I would (and do) buy European brands instead of American brands, every single time. That is not out of some mis-placed Yank-phopia, more a desire for quality and dependable performance. Pick up an £800 Tikka and an £800 Remington, and inspect the machining work, tolerances, finish and overall quality. The Tikka is by far the more refined rifle. What about the A.K.47 Baldrick , pick one up and shake it and it sounds like a smiths biscuit tin full of ball bearings and they look as if they have been finished with a lump hammer and bolster . Harnser . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldrick Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 You're comparing apples with pears, Harnser, and my comment was not designed to rile you, as a Ruger owner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobby b Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 Steyr pro hunter mkll they are great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firsttimer Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 I have a Howa 1500 lightning .243 synthetic stock with stainless steel chamber with wildcat mod and nikko sterling scope. Kit cost £700 new and good piece of kit except scope (for my use!). Components are essentially same as Remington but at less cost. Fires well although trigger is set too tight for some and I believe can be adjusted for a small sum by a gun smith!. Having shot with my stalking mates rifles, would recommend Tikka T3 or if you can afford it Sako 75. Bearing in mind the gun is the less expensive bit and scope is the critical expensive bit Good luck with search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harnser Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 You're comparing apples with pears, Harnser, and my comment was not designed to rile you, as a Ruger owner. Now you are talking shooters rifle . Harnser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul.L Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 yep you can buy all these rifles spend a fortune on having the action and trigger worked on,glass bedding etc or you can buy a sako job done just my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sniperfox36 Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 what does baulddick know about guns and ammo hes a cardboard cut out idiot he dont even belive the .17 can make the 300 yard mark not bad for a retard or a liar balddick gonna rip in too you every chance i get boy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 what does baulddick know about guns and ammo hes a cardboard cut out idiot he dont even belive the .17 can make the 300 yard mark not bad for a retard or a liar balddick gonna rip in too you every chance i get boy In a scousa accent "calm down calm down" haha! relax mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldrick Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 I shall bow to your superior knowledge, sniperfox36. And your masterful command of the English language. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmobiler1 Posted March 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 I have held a Remington they don`t seem that bad, as for the Ruger the bolt was terrible i`m supprised the thing even fires! It was loose and the action was very slack, The bolt on the browning was very smooth and positive. Do you have Tikka or sako? whats the difference apart from the price? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Tikka is as good as anything i`ve seen!Got one in 22-250 and would`nt swap it for anything!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmobiler1 Posted March 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Have you had a sako or used anything else? I`m looking for good and bad points of weapons as everyine could say I have a ..... and wouldn`t have anything else.... but have your tried anything else? The above is not meant to cause any upset I am just asking questions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldrick Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 (edited) I have held a Remington they don`t seem that bad, as for the Ruger the bolt was terrible i`m supprised the thing even fires! It was loose and the action was very slack, The bolt on the browning was very smooth and positive. Do you have Tikka or sako? whats the difference apart from the price? I had two Tikka T3s and two Remingtons (one fettled, one fresh out of the box). I have owned a variety of Sakos, with three in the cabinet at present. The difference between barrelled actions is nil, in terms of accuracy. T3s are all built on long actions, for economy. A .243 Sako will be built on a medium-length action, saving weight and the distance the bolt must travel. Sako rifles feel more solid, but then you expect that at nearly double the price. However the two T3s I had were formidably accurate. Bear in mind that the Ruger action is a Mauser-type, controlled-feed action. By definition and design it has more play in the bolt race. I haven't owned a Browning, so can't comment. Edited March 2, 2009 by Baldrick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 As soon as i saw my mate`s Tikka,i had to have one-lovely smooth cocking action with accuracy to match-You wont be dissappointed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 what does baulddick know about guns and ammo hes a cardboard cut out idiot he dont even belive the .17 can make the 300 yard mark not bad for a retard or a liar balddick gonna rip in too you every chance i get boy Sniperfox, If you have nothing constructive to say then why don't you run along and play with the other children in the playground. Ripping into someone at every opportunity will only get you banned (hopefully) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmobiler1 Posted March 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 (edited) I had two Tikka T3s and two Remingtons (one fettled, one fresh out of the box). I have owned a variety of Sakos, with three in the cabinet at present. The difference between barrelled actions is nil, in terms of accuracy. T3s are all built on long actions, for economy. A .243 Sako will be built on a medium-length action, saving weight and the distance the bolt must travel. Sako rifles feel more solid, but then you expect that at nearly double the price. However the two T3s I had were formidably accurate. Bear in mind that the Ruger action is a Mauser-type, controlled-feed action. By definition and design it has more play in the bolt race. I haven't owned a Browning, so can't comment. Thanks Baldrick, these are the sort of comments i was looking for. Keep em coming please. Edited March 2, 2009 by vmobiler1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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