Tikka vs savage. Case in point: I like the recommendation above… buy used.

Tikka vs savage B. All had the bolts break. Rifle help needed $629. Tikka t3 lites are (surprise) very light. They have a much better trigger. Granted, my Savage isn't the "lightweight storm" model but then again I've handled quite a few Savage variants and none hold a candle to the t3x. I love the trigger as is, and I 2. I'll decide on glass later. A close friend is finally ready to come play. 5 PRC and a Tikka T3x Lite in 6. But I have tried the Tikka trigger vs a Ruger American and it was night and day in favor of the Tikka, but I did not like the stock that much. It took me awhile to smooth out the action, and the AccuTrigger is not my favorite (will likely replace it with a Timney soon). The Savage also offers easy barrel changes and a potential for a cheap caliber change for the future While the tikka action is much smoother, the xbolt is still very smooth, too. 300WM pre-accutriger with Leopold 12X scope. Having all the good responses on tikka and how nice they feel, I think I have a new xmas gift for myself . Note that rifles on the Match 64 action can be substantially cheaper, and the old Savage/Anschutz rifles are good shooters as well. Both have detachable mags, although the Tikka is brand specific. Both chassis are made by MDT, so it's really about the action / barrel I suppose: Savage Axis II Precision. CZ 600. I already know what caliber I want, I just can't decide on the rifle itself. 300 and a savage model 10 (short version of 110) in . the savage is perfectly serviceable; accutrigger is a decent trigger, the aluminum bedding block in the accustock is good, it's reasonably accurate, the adjustable stock is a plus on the model you're looking at. Have been looking at rifle on the web since I decide to send my savage model 111 long rang hunter in . 308 in either a Tikka T3x stainless, gray laminate or in a Bergara B-14 Terrain Wilderness. 5-284 Norma/Rem 700 7mm STW) Granted, I handload for all of them, which made every rifle better. Killed many animals. He is also selling the rifles with scopes, a 3x9 50mm redfield scope with the tikka and a Burris 3x9 50mm scope on the savage. I have a tikka t3x in . I was in my lgs a while back and saw a CZ 600 on the rack. The Savage stock fits me great and soaks up recoil as good or better than any I've shot. The 2010 Predator Hunter Max 1 is 8. Price is a bit of an issue so i'm looking towards the cheaper side but i've found a few that I see that a ton of people on here talk about the Tikka, but I checked one out at my LGS and the action did not impress me compared to my Savage that I have worked the bolt over on and before everyone starts mentioning other options, his class is STRICTLY limited to a 7. The Tikka is certainly a notch above the others, but it is also significantly more expensive in my opinion. Both have pic rail mounts. - Is one stock more stiff than the other? - Are the 22mm varmit barells much more accurate than the 20mm? Whats the weight difference between the two barrels (to carry) I believe that all warranty work for Tikka goes to Beretta, USA. villaman Well-Known Member. The CZ is great because of the switch barrel capability and the action is pretty smooth. 60° throw are the major differences. The Savage and the Tikka are excellent accurate rifles and will match accuracy with any rifle priced several hundred dollars more. 4 right now. With that said both Savage UL’s we have, one 6. Thanks. And to put this debate Bergara vs Tikka, let’s get into the facts and see which will reign supreme. 204 ruger and all shoot 32 gr hornady vmax the best. 36-3. The tikka is lighter and the action smoother. bigngreen Well-Known Member. 223 but can't decide on which one. You can replace the stock now or later if you want with a chassis that takes standard AICS mags. It’s a 1 to 9“ twist, with 5R, meaning it has 5 grooves. I’ve shot savages for years and I have an xlr chassis that I could swap the barreled action into which makes it an attractive platform to build off of, however all I see is how Shootout between Savage, Tikka and Cz. 5lb overall weight limit and a 3lb trigger break. It starts walking in magnum calibers with just a few shots. both are great calibers. The Tikka synthetic stock is one of the better designs. I did add a brake to the tikka also. I've perused the site for a few days looking for info, but wanted to ask the question in a way that it doesn't appear to have been asked, and also to get relatively fresh information, due to each manufacturer going through periods where lemons are If you had to choose between a higher end factory 22LR (Tikka T1x MTR, Ruger Precision Rimfire, Savage A22/B22 Precision, etc. But I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t intrigued by the Tikka. Savage are fine shooting guns but not aesthetically pleasing to me, I can’t knock them on anything but being ugly. However, the guys over at Rimfire Central (a bunch of CZ nutz), have said that the Tikka T1x is the cats meow. Photo courtesy of Tikka. Tikka's seem to shoot most anything well. 223 trainer and have been eyeing either the Howa Oryx or the Savage Axis II Precision. It's a better, more reliable action than the Savage, and it's made well enough that you can buy shouldered pre-fits for it. 17 HMR is a 10-shot rifle and is available in 16- or 20-inch barrel lengths. I haven't seen one that shot over 1 MOA and have seen quite a few shooting better than that. My 11 yo son and wife shoot both. The Accu-Trigger is adjustable from 1 ½ -6 lbs and the Tikka is adjustable from 2-4 lbs. The Tikka's are lighter, and perhaps easier to get to shoot well. example. The Tikka is a better action. 223. I have looked at the bergara lrp, the savage 110 impulse and or elites. Dec 10, 2014 #16 HighDesertSage Tikka's are a full value rifle built by the Finns for a culture where they may only be allowed to buy one gun, a Savage 110, or a Remington 700, just on the Ruger Americans. Case in point: I like the recommendation above buy used. The Savage has the nifty Accutrigger, which I have tried and it's quite amazing to get a trigger pull that good used to cost This Savage/Tikka debate is all over on here, so my opinion is just another, but i am real satisfied with mine. Savage seems to be general do-it-all with sometimes issues and definite bolt "slop", and generally not worth chasing the money rabbit to improve. The first Storm Savage drilled the scope screw holes off. I'm after some feedback, and really, some input in what might be a crazy idea. I now own 3 tikka that are awesome. The Tikka SS Varmint is 8lbs with a 1-8 twist and 23-3/4" Bbl. My Savage Ultralight 280 AI is the same. If you were going to change the stock out for a Manners or McMillan is it still worth it to go with the CTR? Difference's are CTR has better mags, a pic rail on the action, anything else? Not sure which type of barrel is the factory installed on Tikka T3X Tac A1. 308 or 6. Right now I have a tac A1 in 260 rem but i'm looking at building one of the smaller 6mm cartridges. But I buy used even less expensive than thier example. As for the savage ultralight I found the action to be extremely rough like two pieces of un-filed steel flat bar sliding across each other. Compare. 308. Actually, the Savage 280 AI has a barrel twist of 1 to 9, 5R. Handguns; Rifles; Shotguns; Savage Arms A17 Target Sporter Laminate 17 HMR 47006. Has got me wanting a 223 bolt gun to shoot closer to home, shorter ranges for cheaper looking at a tikka varmint 223 at basically $900, and put it in my old CTR stock and change bottom metal for AI mags, to me, seems The tikka has a hammer forged barrel, and Bergara and savage are button rifled. Hey, I like to buy a Tikka T3x and not sure which one it should be. Sent it back cost me $200 in shipping droes and transfer to my FFL. 99 Savage 110 Apex Hunter XP . Add to it the smooth feeding single stack mags and you're set. action is way smoother, trigger is better (though the accutrigger isn't bad at all), it's more accurate, and 100% reliable so far unlike the savage. Rugged, accurate, any The action isn't as smooth on the Savage over the Tikka, but honestly Savage wins for me due to twist rate. Factory ammo. I hear the new savage can use AICS mags, which sounds convenient considering t3x is proprietary expensive mag. 3 lbs with scope. The Savage I could pick up for $472 otd and the Tikka for $980 otd I was recently able to put hands on a Savage 110 ultralight in 6. After a lot of research I’ve kinda narrowed down my next hunting rifle to one of these. While there are Savage 110’s out there that shoot great, With Here's my lineup of rifles (Tikka T3 243 & Sako 75 300 WSM/ Savage 110 30-06 & 116 6. Stainless is typically the choice for accuracy. 8lbs and the Tikka T3X Superlight is showing up at 6. Yet another Tikka T3 vs Bergara B14 post, That would be great if I didn’t have A tikka tac a1, savage 12, savage 10, savage 110 tactical, savage custom, RPR, howa hcr that all out shoot both the HMRs I had. Joined Feb 25, 2021 Messages 110 Location NW PA. Not the bolt handle, but the bolt Weatherby Vanguard vs. The MSRP is $375, making the Axis the second cheapest of our budget rifles. 308 (same action as 110), and a T3x varmint in . But no matter how similar the objectives, maybe; their methods and approaches differ. Kimber Montana vs. Does all I ask of it with the cheapo imported Privy ammo. Thread starter Bmanclark74; Start date Sep 16, 2012; Help Support Long Range Hunting Forum Become a supporting member. I can't even find either one right now with what's going on to even see one. Just a minor note here: the new T3x tikkas come with a metal bolt shroud, so that eliminates one of the complaints. Was looking at the base models of Weatherby (vanguard), Savage (110) and Tikka (T3). suffice to say I recommend the tikka. Tikka's don't have CRF like the Ruger, but have proven to be one of the more rugged and reliable Push Feed designs. Howa seems to be very precise, albeit less aftermarket. 260 Tikka Vs Savage Jump to Latest 10K views 8 replies 9 participants last post by sambubba Apr 2, 2006 I've been looking to upgrade my platform and know quite a few people that have the Tikka T3 Tac A1 and they shoot phenomenally well but ive been reading about the Savage 110 Elite and was wondering if anyone has had any experience with both these platforms and what your opinions were. So imo, that's what the choice is. 308 . CZ This last summer I had the opportunity to shoot a new CZ 457 Varmint and a new Tikka T1X side by side during our Rimfire League at my local gun club. Well between the 2 listed (Savage and Tikka) I'd recommend the Savage hands down. Savage ultralights come with carbon fiber barrels but are the If looking at standard weight rifles Savage isn't a bad choice. Never again. comSavage Axis 2 VS Stevens 334: which is the Best Budget Bolt Action?There's a new kid Tikka is able to meet the requirements of modern hunters by combining traditional gunsmith know-how with advanced technology. 22LR bolt rifles, including Anschutzs, CZs, Bergara, Savage, Steyr, Tikka, Weatherbys, and Rugers. The Tikka was the easiest to develop loads for (as have many others I have loaded for), but none of the Savage rifles were bad. Once a good load is found the CZ's are the equal to the Tikka's in accuracy. When I get my taxes back this year I will be picking up a mountain rifle. Next Last. Tikka CTR vs. I think the Tikka edges out the Savage in several factors. So I'm in a toss up between these two rifles. Recently got a tikka 6. Cost: I have seen the Savage Model 12FVSS on gunbroker for about $600, and the Tikka T3 Varmint for about $700. Which and why? - Ok, I've narrowed down my seach for a . I've killed a lot of animals with my old Savage 30-06 over the years, but I try not to shoot it anymore as I really Browning and Savage Posted By: highridge1 Re: Remington 700 vs. You should just get both and be a Euro-rimfire Boss. Really sexy rifle with nice features. Joined Nov 24, 2008 Messages 8,981 Location SW Montana. They did the creedmoor right so that is the direction I would lean. 243 to Savage 114 or a Tikka T3. 243. All but one are decent in their own way. My Last Savage was a 110FP . Senior Though the Savage Mark-II has MANY rifles to choose from, and considering their very modest price, they seem very accurate. if you buy the savage you'll be satisfied. had a savage LRP 260 on order for 18 months and still not here, New Zealand. It takes a beating and still keeps shooting sub-MOA with cheap ammo. Looking to support the channel check out our website at CDNprecision. My edge goes to the tikka. 3 with handloads. Both shoot sub moa. tikka vs savage We have both a savage 110 in 243, my sons, and tikka t-3 light stainless in 7mm-08 thats mine. Savage Axis II – C: Tikka T3x Lite – Disqualified: Unfortunately, this rifle is just a little bit over $700 so it doesn’t quite work in this test. I much prefer the xbolts 60 degree bolt throw over the savage's 90 degree. And for savage the model 16/116 FCSS weather warrior. I’m trying to come in at less than $500 so that has me narrowed down to the Savage mark ii TR or a CZ 455 or 457 Varmint. If you’ve got a Tikka already is makes sense to me to have a second rifle on the same platform dexterity of arms and all that. But also more expensive. The Tikka has good reviews as well and I like tikka in general. I've shot savages for years and I have an xlr chassis that I could swap the barreled action into which makes it an attractive platform to build off of, however all I see is how awesome tikkas are. If you are looking for a pretty gun, buy the Tikka. any help would be appreciated. Tikka has the weight where it is needed and lost I've been looking to upgrade my platform and know quite a few people that have the Tikka T3 Tac A1 and they shoot phenomenally well but ive been reading Based on my experience Tikka is a better made, better finished, and noticeably more accurate rifle, but the 2 22 lr Savages that I shot the most hang right under MOA, at half Good and bad points being made. like a lot custom actions or something like a Tikka. 5 and love it, best factory rifle I’ve ever had. Ruger Americans are at the top of budget rifles. Yeah I have been contemplating a Savage 12 LRP in, RPR, or a Tikka T3x CTR in 6. Coming in at last place is the Savage 110 Switchback. 5lbs with a 1-9 twist and 22" Bbl. vs. witch of the above is the stronger, better action to build up a l/range rifle from, will use a krieger barrel and acis mags etc and type stock. 223 rem caliber. 260 back. 99 Remington 700 ADL 308 Win Centerfire Rifle -24 inch barrel -no optic I’m conflicted, the Savage is cheap and could almost put it in a chassis and be comparable on price of the other two. 5 wsm off of either a tikka action or the new savage storm action(the skeltized). Savage Arms A17 17 HMR 19766. The weatherby is heavier for sure. Here is the full collection Now you can say - Well is only $100 or two more to get a better gun - Re: Savage vs CZ/Bugara/Tikka - and you would be right and then - $50 for a Case $200 for a Scope NIB Tikka T3 black on black vs. My Ruger was not very accurate with any ammo I tried and had feeding issues with every magazine I have plus the factory one it came with. Either would allow me more $ to put into the scope. NIB Savage 12FV put into a Bell & Carlson Durramax in tan web. Tikka T3x: The Ultimate Precision Rifle Showdown!🎯 Welcome to our channel! In this highly anticipated video, we're bringing The RPR is a very overpriced rifle from what I have seen vs. Savage 16 LWH (308) ULA/NULA's being the clencher in that regard, though Tikka do well also, though not so much in POI placement. I like how light the tikka is, I didn’t like the stock so I replaced it. ) or a 10/22 frame with custom barrel, I would compare the cost of a Tikka, CZ, Ruger Precision, or a Savage Precision to that of a high end 10/22. 243AI. Hi brains trust. Thread starter twall13; Start date Mar 15, 2018; Prev. The T3 only has one length mag so you have a lot of room with a 308, enough room with a 30-06 and a little short for the 300WM. 5 Creedmoore. The . The Tikka action seems smoother. 5 PRC. And I say that as a proud owner of a few Savage rifles. Prev. I like both in different ways. It's important to look at actual rifle weights so the savage 110 ultralight is showing up at 5. as far as savage vs tikka, I own a 10TR in . Roger vs. Savage B17 Precision Lite The B17 Precision Lite is built on an MDT one-piece aluminum chassis with an adjustable cheek riser, and its When the savage UL came out a few years ago I had to have one, seemed like a good value, but I ended up putting in a 1300$ chassis, and it does shoot really well, but I would rather have a nice smooth running tikka with a good trigger, and if I sold that setup, I would take a big hit if it was a tikka, I would be able to get most of my money back When the savage UL came out a few years ago I had to have one, seemed like a good value, but I ended up putting in a 1300$ chassis, and it does shoot really well, but I would rather have a nice smooth running tikka with a good trigger, and if I sold that setup, I would take a big hit if it was a tikka, I would be able to get most of my money back Tikka (and CZ) still aren't budget guns but are much more affordable while still being premium. 25-06 for some long range hunting (out to 600 yards) and have heard good things about both of these brands. Today, I wouldn't buy a Savage. Nevermind, both have 60° throw and you can get plastic, wood, or fiberglass stocks for either. These were the 3 rifles i thought of perhaps being readily available commercially for not out of his financial reality. None have disappointed. 223 A1 will be very mild in any of them. Oct 16, 2022 #4 Tikka. For a workhorse gun, buy the Savage. Some shooters may prefer the fit, finish, and smoother bolt action of a Tikka, while others might The best overall rifles were the Weatherby Vanguard, Bergara B14 Hunter, and Tikka T3X Lite. Looking to get into an entry/intermediate-level rifle for mostly long range hunting and general long range shooting. I was sad cause I wanted to love that rifle. The new Predator has the Accustock and both guns I own a CZ 452 American. Tikka T3x vs. What are I have done a few builds on Rem 700s and would like to try a new brand for a 300 WM to go into a XLR. I’m gonna say savage. Go with what you like. The rifle features a modular stock, allowing for easy customization, and a fre I have both a Tikka t3 and a Savage 110. Compare specifications of Tikka (Beretta) T1x 17 HMR JRT1X309 and Savage Arms A17 17 HMR 47001. looking to get a 300 win mag for distances from 700-1600 but with the occasional elr type of thing with the fancy bullets 2000+. Shoot fine but be limiting potential. He is offering the tikka for $600 and the savage for $400, but i plan on trading him an old pump action 22 of mine for $150 credit. Plan to shoot handloads mainly for deer and predators/hogs at ranges out to 750 or so. I have narrowed it down between the I bought a Tikka t3x Superlight in 7mm-08 last year and couldn't be happier. Tikka is very, very nice, but I'd rather get reps than drop another $400-$800 to get a Tikka. Just wondering if anyone here has held one, shot one, and could let me know what they think. While it is true that a Savage can shoot great, due to the design of a free floating bolt head and the firing pin, it won't shoot as well as a Tikka that is built properly. My xbolt has a really nice recoil pad in comparison. I was wondering if someone with experience in 2 or more of these could give me some insight as to The Savage barrel is button rifled the Tikka is a mass produced hammer forged barrel (as is your SPS). The action on the tikka is way better, not even comparable. BERGARA VS TIKKA RIFLES COMPARISON in 2024 Tikka T3x Lite SS vs T3x Roughtech Ember SS . I own a Savage 110 tactical and never regretted it. About on par with Savage quality. They had high marks in multiple categories and should be considered the best at this price class. Savage Arms A17 17 HMR 47001. I’d say that tikka and Bergara will do better for max target accuracy, but the savage should do just fine as well. Basically the same money. The Tikka is obviously lighter, but the Savage comes already fit with a chassis system, something I'd wind up doing to the Tikka in the future. Tikka vs Savage. Want to do some precision rifle shooting, I am going to use 6. the Savage. I also have a Savage 110, that I turned into a custom . I currently own a Savage Model 12 LVP with a heavy stainless barrel. My son prefers the tikka as it’s lighter. I have a Savage discount and could get the 12 for $775 and want to go check that out tomorrow. Plus, if you already have aftermarket parts for a Rem 700 the B14 is setup for it. I'm considering getting another Tikka and building on that action. I have/had tikks, sakos, and a Blaser R8. Firearm Discussion and Resources from AR-15, AK-47, Handguns and more! Buy, Sell, and Trade your Firearms and Gear. Better triggers. I am planning to get a spare one. A review of the Savage Axis can be found on the Rifle Information - Reviews page. If the Savage and the Tikka are the same price, know that you can likely save some money by shopping around for the Savage. Beautiful gun, heirloom quality, smooth action, and as accurate as any of my full Kidd builds. Tikka refers to marinated and grilled pieces of meat, typically served in skewers, while tikka masala is a curry dish made with the addition of a creamy tomato-based sauce to the tikka pieces. Tikka T3X Vs Weatherby Vanguard So i’m 21, been hunting with my savage axis II 30-06 and ready to Move up a little bit better in quality and overall shot placement, been keen on setting between a Tikka t3x and a weatherby vanguard, and i can’t decide the round either, do y’all recommend . Trigger: the trigger might (I don’t know) be better on the Savage. I am in the process of buying a rifle for my significant other as she fell in love with my old rem700 sps tactical in . Choose your own Tikka rifle now! Tikka has some after market but not the range of quantity and that's the key quantity of selection. I love the Accu-stock and the trigger. That would be my only concern, as I'm in the same boat; trying to decide between a Tikka, the Savage ultralight, and maybe a few others that are built on a 700 action clone. From accuracy, durability, performance, handling, aesthetics, customizability, and value, they are unmatched. Xbolts are nice and its good to have options with muzzle threads but the plastic stocks aren't as rigid and triggers not as nice as tikka. Tikka stocks aren’t my favorite, but everything else on my tikka is awesome. Go. I need some help deciding between a Tikka t3 lite stainless and a savage 16/116 fhss. 5 creedmore, i’m in Alabama with whitetail deer hunting. Tikka vs. For just an all around rifle I chose the Tikka T3 Lite SS in 6. That being said, the Tikka, Sako and Savage 110 (30-06) were all sub moa out of the box with factory ammo and the easiest to develop loads for. I know the Tikka has a nicer action and claims 1" at 100. Action is smooth, trigger is awesome, especially if you get the $10 trigger spring from mountain tactical (mountain tactical makes damn near everything aftermarket for tikka) and they are complete tack drivers out of the box. Ruger, Savage, Mossberg, etc there is a group of rifles in that lower price range, that are all similar, each has its pros and cons. Looking at The Tikka also comes with a faster twist - 1/8 vs 1/9. The Tikka is a nice rifle though. All of these rifles have been very accurate. YUK Posted By: Posted By: GeoW Re: Remington 700 vs. You will probably want to replace the stock and the Tikka plastic magazine allow little room for loading and shooting heavy for caliber bullets. In the last 3 years I have had 3 Tikka come in for the same problem. I am starting to do some high hunting and that will be this guns primary use all feedback is welcomed thanks. Savage 16 LWH (308) If you wanted to go cheaper than the Tikka, the Ruger American are pretty light and good shooters. But when it comes to lightweight rigs Tikka is the far better option. Honestly, they will all do what you need them to. 1; 2; 3; Next. The aftermarket for Savages is almost non-existent, as is the resale. For Tikka I'm thinking about the lite stainless or the varmint stainless. Over 500 rounds through it now. I am a full time gunsmith working from my own shop, but I also do the gunsmithing for 3 gun stores in the county. I have not shot or owned either of these rifles so I have no preference. The tikkas are by far the cheapest of the group, but they all shot well and I Savage has 9. The tikka is twice the price but it's twice the rifle. Both seem to be decent barrels, with the Tikka at 20in and Savage at 24in. tho savage also sounds like a quality rifle for the price. Tikka Superlite: Which is Better? When it comes to comparing the Weatherby Vanguard and the Tikka Superlite, it ultimately comes down to personal preference. 5lbs, then the next question would be which optic are you running because that can add anywhere from 1-5lbs depending on your choice. The two I like the most are the CZ 455 and the Tikka T1X. CZ seems to be very popular with a ton of aftermarket parts. The Savage on the other hand costs at least $200 less with a rail already included and a threaded muzzle. 4in, and can be modified for a I’m going to build a lightweight 6. On the flip side, a Ruger American Ranch is probably the most handy and “fun” bolt action you can find. Tikka T3X vs Savage Model 12 LVP. Let me put it What a POS. It makes a great hunting rifle. Tikka T3x Superlite vs. What am I losing by going with a Tikka action vs some of the custom actions out there? Hello all, newb here both to the Hide and to precision rifle shooting. Tikka would eat any ammo I give it, savage was more particular. That said, the savage action IMO is bulky, isn't as smooth, and trigger isn't as good. I like Savage 10/110’s for under $300 and doing complete over-the-top custom I was recently researching this same topic. 5x55. Now that we have covered most of the similarities and differences, which one is better? To give you an idea of how these two bolt action rifles stack up against each other, here is a quick summary of the pros and I have found a bergara barreled action (rem 700) that I can build around, but I am not sure about the quality of those. SIR_34:16 Lil-Rokslider. It's also plenty accurate. IMHO, they're not really even comparable rifles. As the title says I'm comparing those three rifles at the . By that I mean the CZ's also shoot very well but might need more load development to find the loads that they like best. Savage is overmatched in this comparison. The main distinction lies in the cooking method and sauce consistency, with tikka being grilled and tikka masala simmered in a sauce. and I can get it for $600. More aftermarket parts for the tikka if you ever want to upgrade. M. I found the savage for $751, and the Tikka for $1129, pre tax. The barrel is pretty sweet for shaving weight, but from what I’ve seen, in order to make the Savage on par with the Tikka and CA you’re looking at an additional $750+ on top of the rifle for an aftermarket stock. The bolt grinded on the mag. The lite will be a breeze to carry around at under 6 pounds and thats what its meant for, an easy carrying, accurate hunting rifle. Post by Griff76 » Wed Aug 25, 2021 4:40 am. They all have the same quality Sako made barrels, and all of mine are very accurate. Tikka devalues some of their rifles by not having ideal barrel twists or mag space. My thinking so far: Both guns seem to have good reputations for accuracy. Tikka. The Tikka, the Remy & several others will make good hunting & Target rifles. 5CM, the 110BA in I can guarantee you the Tikka bolt and trigger are going to be better right fromt he start, so that will save you money right there. But not sure what the difference between Savage rifles shoot really accurately, but they aren't Howa level of quality. Both of these guns are far more refined than the corresponding Remington or Savage rifles by a long shot (but have no aftermarket). It sounds like a solid platform The Bergara being based on the R700 platform means that you have a lot of choice on upgrades, and that means that the various upgrades are usually priced to compete against other brands. Jump to Latest Wood vs. I'd imagine recoil is probably gonna be an issue for your daughter (assuming she's probably a "young-un")and the . The second has even more poor fit and finish. I also used a XLR magnesium for the savage. The reason I didn't do that was I wanted a 280AI and didn't have time to mess around barrelling a tikka (and then the final cost would have been higher). One nice thing about a used Annie is the fact that you basically can't shoot the barrel out. Savage 16 LWH (308) *Photos/Links Added* Brand spanking new guy here. Looking at getting them in 6. Pros of Savage: I actually prefer the trigger, with the blade it feels like a two stage. I'm going to build a lightweight 6. Tikka T1x MTR The Tikka T1x MTR . Last edited: Jan 22, 2017. I also didn't like the Tikka T3's ejection port, was small and harder to load 1 rounds at a time. Hey guys, I'm new to long range shooting and I was wondering whether the Savage 110 Precision or the Ruger Precision would perform better. The tikka t3x tac a1 seems to the best bet, I can't find anyone to really say anything bad about them except some people don't like their trigger. 5 twist, not sure what rate the Browning has. Both have 24 inch barrels. I like to decide between the UPR vs CTR vs Varmit. It weighs about 8. Unless you go 6. Tikkas are great, too, but so are many bolt-action rifles. Let’s state the obvious first - the Guns - Savage vs Tikka in . 300 win mag. I am looking at the Tikka t3x superlite and the savage 110 ultralight. The bolt on the Tikka is extremely smooth and the 75 degree lift is easier to cycle than the 90 degree on the Weatherby. Tikka opens up some other doors. Both would be bought in . Looking for a . It is supplied with a basic black synthetic stock and a matte blued barreled action. i hear nothing but praise about them and alot of hate towards christensen arms and some don't like savage rifles but I'm wondering how do these compare to each other I'm not going to say what caliber just the rifles them selfs and accuracy That’s why we gave the Savage 110 a 0. Reviews on the Tikka are hard to find. Savage 110 BA (Law Enforcement) Found a great deal on a Savage 110 BA ($1200 used, usually they go for $2600 brand new, but they don’t make them anymore). I have a pretty good sized collection of . Tikka T1 and Tikka T3x can use the same chassis, I would go with Savage or Tikka simply because I have no experience with the Ruger. My Savage I have is a B22 FV-SR and straight out of the box is a shooter especially with CCI standard velocity. 308 WIN Rifle -unknown barrel length, wasn't listed in specs weirdly -includes Vortex Crossfire II 3-9x40 with BDC Reticle 629. It’s the cheapest on the market and it’s one copy of one model of the Savage 110, so it’s not indicative of the others. I have the Savage 10BA in 6. Looking at a Browning X-bolt Hells Canyon Max Long-range for $1300 and a Savage 110 Long Range Hunter for around $900. Honestly, you're basically at the same price if you take CZ 457 American vs. Tikka +Nicer action +Overall better fit/finish +Stainless +Bolt locks on safe -Non-threaded barrel -Could not afford aftermarket stock, stuck with plastic Ruger +Could afford aftermarket stock to replace plastic, while still cheaper than Tikka +Threaded barrel +Takes AICS mags -Bolt does not lock on safe -Occasional QC issues Savage 110 Precision vs Ruger Precision . Regards, Gixer . I own 5 different Tikka T3X rifles, and have owned a couple more in the past. 5 Creedmoor . the Tikka? For $150 less, the Venture actually seemed to be at least as much gun. All Deals; Today; Categories . To me the real question is if I support the one time sellout Smith & Wesson or send my money to Finland. Thread starter SIR_34:16; Start date Jul 29, 2023; Jul 29, 2023 #1 S. Last edited: Dec 10, 2014. The Tikka cats will always tell you, you could have gotten a great tikka for the price of your Remington, but they have not experienced a full rebuild of their rifle. I have had perhaps 8 Savage rifles over the years. Some have fluted barrels, etc. I am looking at these three for my next rifle in . Both guns are going to be buttery smooth tack drivers. Both rifles are known for their accuracy and reliability, so it’s important to consider factors such as weight, handling, and price before making a decision. I am going to be spending some hard earned $ on my next rifle. It shoots, very well but in comparison to the Tikka, the Tikka is more consistent such as shooting tighter/better groups more consistently over and over whereas the savage will shoot very nice groups but will open up after awhile. 5 cm and one 6. I would pick the Tikka every time. 308 comes in at 6. But if tikka has the cartridge chambering you want I would take a Tikka SS in a B&C stock for $400 less than Bergara Premier every time. Reddit, I am getting very lost as I am trying to decide on my first long range rifle. December 4, 2017, 05:38 AM #6: taylorce1. For some that's like building your own car. synthetic and 90° vs. 5 Creedmore. I didn't like that so I passed on the tikka in . I would like to know what are the good the bad and th ugly or theses rifles I own a rifle in savage and christensen but never a tikka. V. Stuck between two rifles, the savage 110 tactical or the Tikka CTR stainless, both in 6. A lot of people are loving the Ruger American right now and from what I've seen it has ranked pretty good for its price. 1 lbs. All are . Also, the forearm on the Savage is very flimsy and can easily make contact with the barrel. I love shooting and have many nice centerfire rifles but I don’t have a decent 22Lr. all Tikka's are long action even if you buy a short action caliber. Skip to main content Skip to search. Joined Jan 26, 2016 Messages 4,825 It shoots better than me. The base tikka t3x lite has a worse recoil pad, which is about 1 8th of an inch thick. Howas are pretty heavy. It’s kind of confusing the way it’s written. Muir Well-Known Member. They have a $100 rebate on them right now. elkguide WKR. The Tikka T3 Lite is one of our better entry level rifles. Most of the differences are in stock finish, barrel contour, and blue vs stainless. It shoots very well averaging 1/2 MOA on most days. I am a big fan of savage and have owned a couple of there rifles. Have been looking at the tikka t3 super varmint in . Action is the smoothest of any production rifle, crazy accurate out of the box. 5 Creedmoor. For savage that is the way to go. I went with the Ruger American Predator (RAP) in 6. I was also looking at rem 700's, howa 1500's and base tikka's but have ruled all those options out because I believe the 10sba and ctr provide the most value for money. Additionally, due to the barrel nut design on a Savage, the diamater of barrel is limited. I think anything over around 2K I want to buy a . He prefers a store bought option if appropriate. I have a tikka in 300 wm and weatherby vanguard in 257 weatherby. I've been looking between the above three brands, specifically the Remington 700, Lithgow LA102 and the Tikka T3x. 5 Creedmoor, I narrowed what I might get, it's either the RPR or the Tikka T3X TAC A1. I need help, and I read the FAQ/Pinned posts Hello everyone, After reading the the FAQ and such I have yet to come to a final decision on a rifle in 308 Win between a Tikka T3x TAC A1 and Savage 110 Elite Precision. I have quite a few different models. No contest - the Tikka, and I’m not even a fan of tikka’s but those savage 93r’s are absolute cack - horrible sticky bolts and magazines that don’t feed well at all. Christensen Arms Mesa. The LA mags get you to about 3. thanks. I have done all different types of hunting growing up in the midwest, but I am completely knew to the western/mountain game. Like I I've boiled it down to savage 110 vs tikka t3x tactical. If money is tight, go Ruger American or Howa. Jan 22, 2017 #102 E. The Tikka action also supports the barrel better. If you’ve made it this far I appreciate it. hi guys , did a search, but found nothing on the two. The Bergara B Seekins Precision Havak PH2 vs. They both have great reviews, the Tikka is more money, wondering if the Tikka is worth the extra money over the RPR. 5 creedmoor with Tikka, the Tikkas are really I'm debating between picking up a Tikka T3X Lite Roughtech or Savage 110 UL, and have arrived at these two rifles for both cost considerations and the fact that they come Tikka triggers, magazines, actions, and stocks are all significantly better than Savage stuff. Hi All, l am in the beginning stages of planning and gearing up my first western hunt. ~Muir . Savage 110 Switchback 7th Place: Savage 110 Switchback. Tikka T3 Lite. Let me clarify that I am a learning PRS guy and admit that I know a little about firearms (well, maybe just a little more than that), and I don't picture myself as the precision shooter I want to be yet. Can’t decide between the Savage 110 BA and a Tikka CTR for benchrest shooting. There is a consensus that the Tikka is preferred over a Howa. But I got the Tikka in hopes of having a bench/NRL22 rifle. The usual newbie needing help choosing Tikka T3x Tac vs Savage 110 Elite Precision in . The one in the image is a tikka strata, which might be better - this can be easily replaced if it's a problem. My main decision on the Savage over the Tikka was Tikka doesn’t make a 280 AI, and I didn’t want the buy a new rifle and re-barrel it. I came to the Savage group because you guys would be comparing it to your own savage guns and could give me a good comparison. But I've also read here some savage accuracy issues due to accustock? I haven't read any negative things about t3x. Did you handle the T/C vs. The other big difference is twist rate, the Tikka will be twisted slower than the Savage. I shot eight different types of ammo out of each gun. 5prc, both shoot crazy good and we are happy with them. already having a custom gun The Tikka design lends it self to exceptional accuracy and they will be about 1 1/2 lb lighter than the Ruger. What ya'lls thoughts on these two rifles when compared to each other? Not debating caliber, just the two rifles themselves. On top of that the 1 in 11 twist in the Tikka will limit the length of your actual bullet if you want anything hand loads to be accurate (I sold my Tikka t3x in 300wm for those two reasons). Sep 18, 2012 #15 Tikka Vs Remington. I got honest 1" groups at 200 with that rifle. Bergara . Folks said same about 7wsm but I am happy with it and exceeded my velocity goals for the build. Supporter. My Tikka 7mm-08 was very accurate but it was longer than I wanted and the felt recoil was significantly more than my Savage 7mm-08 due to that Tikka stock. Whether or not you notice a difference will probably depend on how you are as a shooter. I have handled Looking at picking up a . The Tikka probably has the widest range of ammo that as it’s not as picky, but once you put it in a KRG you are back at the same price as a B14R that comes with a nice stock already. Reactions: njc110381. Tikka vs Remington 700 vs Savage vs Ruger American - 6. Yea I really like the T3 but one gun shop was trying to talk me Into the savage axis ll and its 300 less then a tikka T3 so I had to pose the question. We used the USRA 50/50 target, the center ring was an X used as a tie breaker and the second ring is the 10 ring. Tikka T3 - 01/24/10. First Prev 2 of 3 Go to page. However, the Vanguard has a heavy duty one-piece forged bolt, while the Tikka is stainless steel and not one-piece, but it is machined very precisely. For one reason only. Both are excellent guns, very accurate. there are more and Both are accurate, Tikka is just a better built, more refined gun. I own/owned 1 Tikka T3 and 3 savage (10, 16, 116) rifles. Also, Savage barrels are button-rifled while Tikka barrels are hammer forged. I want something that’s good out of the box but has plenty of aftermarket stuff that I FWIW, Kimber is doing just fine with QC these days - I own, shoot and hunt with both Kimber AND Tikka superlight and although I love both, having read your criteria I would say you "need" a Tikka superlight I have a Savage 16 in creedmoor that shoots around . So for hunting I would go t3 lite. Is Tikka better than Savage? Both Tikka and Savage produce quality rifles, and the decision ultimately comes down to personal preference. Wouldnt mind knowing peoples thoughts on Savage arms myself, my brothers opinion on them wasnt very good but my father has a Even if costs more to upgrade . At least the several ones I have had. Tikka T3x The Tikka T3x, manufactured by Finnish company Sako, is known for its sleek, modern design and high-quality build. Jan 6, 2023; Thread Starter Well, not a newer Savage anyway. I absolutely love the Tikkas, but most versions of the T3x Lite don’t have threaded muzzles unless you get their much more expensive Roughtech or Veil versions. 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2 Go to page. clivzp nwsrmg oxbvs vyc yucg bpsfe eahkdmepe vtcrxke sncr mfkmqpp