This thread is not about what rifles I like better than a Tikka. I apologized to the OP already for inadvertently derailing his thread. I would however like to thank all of the Tikka fanboys for proving my initial post. I hope that you all have a great season with your beloved rifles.
I apologize to the OP, as this thread has gone off the rails from his original question. However, don't chop a Tikka, consider a Ruger Hawkeye compact, and thank me later.
Reading comprehension is an important life skill. I said, in my opinion, there are many better rifles. It's simply my opinion; that doesn't make me right, and it certainly doesn't make me wrong.
Enjoy your Tikka!