.223 for bear, mountain goat, deer, elk, and moose.

[HandgunHTR]

Just understand that an AR might still be sorta loud at the shooters ear due to port pop. And, may end up pushing more gas into the users face. I think those can be lessened/eliminated with some parts and tuning though.

This, and the AR will be much heavier than a corresponding bolt gun. If you are doing the carrying and the shooting will be from a rail or tripod, that won't matter much, but if the shooting position will require a bit of gun support by the shooter, a bolt gun may be a better option.

I know it isn't a popular opinion on this particular thread, but you could look into getting a Ruger American Ranch and a suppressor for just a bit more than a Tikka setup would cost you. Just another option.

 

[Gettincloser]

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Creedmore sports has the 77 tmk in stock. Just grabbed a few and left some for the rest of you. The Black Hills is not as cheap as the AAC ammo but I want to compare speed and accuracy.

 

[SteveAndTheCrigBoys]

Ammoseek and wikiarms must suck for TMK searches. Thanks for the heads up.

 

[The Guide]

Ammoseek and wikiarms must suck for TMK searches. Thanks for the heads up.

None of my searches came up with either. Might have just hit the website? They are up to $1.50/round now from $1.40/round last year. I bought a case of them so I'm good for a little bit plus the AAC 77tmk shot good for me but around 75 fps slower than the BH 77tmk. Nobody can keep any 77tmk ammo in stock!

Jay

 

[Holt stewart]

Just got an email that Natchez has 77tmk bullets (not loaded ammo) back in stock. Get em while they’re hot!


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[Matt5266]

Thank you! Allowed me to order 400 only. But I'll take it.... the gods have smiled upon us

 

[Big_wals]

Just got an email that Natchez has 77tmk bullets (not loaded ammo) back in stock. Get em while they’re hot!


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Also in stock at Midsouth.

 

[Holt stewart]

Hopefully there will be a bunch hitting shelves. I grabbed some but not as many as I would like. I thought I had eight boxes of 500 on the shelf and was thinking I was set for the next two years. then last week I grabbed the top box and realized I had 500 tmk’s and 3500 77gr bthp’s. Closest I’ve come to crying since my son was born! lol


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[Gstew1930]

Since i'm a degenerate & cant leave good enough alone lol. Has anyone tried a 1-7 .223 shooting the 88 ELD's? Thats what i use in my creed, it would be nice to only buy 1 bullet for both rifles. thinking maybe a 223 AI

 

[KHntr]

Since i'm a degenerate & cant leave good enough alone lol. Has anyone tried a 1-7 .223 shooting the 88 ELD's? Thats what i use in my creed, it would be nice to only buy 1 bullet for both rifles. thinking maybe a 223 AI

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Fair certain that SOMEBODY must have tried it.

 

[sierracharlie338]

Man I knew as soon as I ordered some of those 69tmk on clearance there would be some 77s in stock. I freaking swear. . .

 

[Gettincloser]

I have the Tikka T3x and sending it off for a chop and thread at 18", the UM Tikka rings are ordered along with the trigger spring, the SWFA 3-15x42 is also ordered and shipped (wanted the 3-9 but they do not have an ETA), I also ordered the RokStok with a 6 month wait....

Here is where I am looking for guidance: bottom metal and mags!
I see that UM has bottom metal that only accepts UM mags. The mags ar 120 or 130 each! And the bottom metal is nearly 200. Seems a bit steep for limited options. My thought is that I could lose a mag during or on my way to a hunt. If I have a "generic" bottom metal, I could swing into a store and save the day with a generic mag!

What bottom metal/mag combo are you using with high reliability. I am not a reloader yet but might become one in the next few years... maybe. No immediate need to hold longer than average bullets as I will be shooting factory. What is your dependable go to? And where should I look for them?

(I do not have experience with the Tikka mags that I hear rattle and are less than 99% reliable. And I prefer to not have a plastic bottom "metal" but again, no personal experience. Am I worried about nothing or is there something to it?)

 

[Castle Rock]

You are worried about nothing

 

[atmat]

I see that UM has bottom metal that only accepts UM mags. The mags ar 120 or 130 each! And the bottom metal is nearly 200.

I can’t believe the UM bottom metal and mags cost that much.

 

[Big_wals]

I can’t believe the UM bottom metal and mags cost that much.

Yeah, they are pretty steep. Im sure they’re nice, but definitely out of my price range.

 

[sierracharlie338]

I have the Tikka T3x and sending it off for a chop and thread at 18", the UM Tikka rings are ordered along with the trigger spring, the SWFA 3-15x42 is also ordered and shipped (wanted the 3-9 but they do not have an ETA), I also ordered the RokStok with a 6 month wait....

Here is where I am looking for guidance: bottom metal and mags!
I see that UM has bottom metal that only accepts UM mags. The mags ar 120 or 130 each! And the bottom metal is nearly 200. Seems a bit steep for limited options. My thought is that I could lose a mag during or on my way to a hunt. If I have a "generic" bottom metal, I could swing into a store and save the day with a generic mag!

What bottom metal/mag combo are you using with high reliability. I am not a reloader yet but might become one in the next few years... maybe. No immediate need to hold longer than average bullets as I will be shooting factory. What is your dependable go to? And where should I look for them?

(I do not have experience with the Tikka mags that I hear rattle and are less than 99% reliable. And I prefer to not have a plastic bottom "metal" but again, no personal experience. Am I worried about nothing or is there something to it?)

Continue to do research, if you want to save a few bucks, there are some more options but not any that I’ve seen around like 100$. Most bottom metal is around 150-200 but mags vary depending on brand and cartridge size from my looking around.

 

[J.Hunt]

I’ve always been intrigued by lightweight bows and “underpowered” guns. Not sure why. They always seem to do the job though!

 

[Axlrod]

I can’t believe the UM bottom metal and mags cost that much.

I was on the fence, then they had a 20% off pre-order, so i ordered 2 mags + bottom metal.

I used to shoot trap with a gentleman that used to always say "It only costs a little more to go first class!" He did own a diamond store though.

 

[Formidilosus]

I have the Tikka T3x and sending it off for a chop and thread at 18", the UM Tikka rings are ordered along with the trigger spring, the SWFA 3-15x42 is also ordered and shipped (wanted the 3-9 but they do not have an ETA), I also ordered the RokStok with a 6 month wait....

Here is where I am looking for guidance: bottom metal and mags!
I see that UM has bottom metal that only accepts UM mags. The mags ar 120 or 130 each! And the bottom metal is nearly 200. Seems a bit steep for limited options. My thought is that I could lose a mag during or on my way to a hunt. If I have a "generic" bottom metal, I could swing into a store and save the day with a generic mag!

What bottom metal/mag combo are you using with high reliability. I am not a reloader yet but might become one in the next few years... maybe. No immediate need to hold longer than average bullets as I will be shooting factory. What is your dependable go to? And where should I look for them?

(I do not have experience with the Tikka mags that I hear rattle and are less than 99% reliable. And I prefer to not have a plastic bottom "metal" but again, no personal experience. Am I worried about nothing or is there something to it?)

The UM mags and bottom metal are not for 223’s.

Use factory bottom “metal” and factory mags. The Waters Rifleman mags seem to be fantastic, and is what we are going to instead of factory 6 round mags.

 

[mxgsfmdpx]

What bottom metal/mag combo are you using with high reliability. I am not a reloader yet but might become one in the next few years... maybe. No immediate need to hold longer than average bullets as I will be shooting factory. What is your dependable go to? And where should I look for them?

Factory bottom metal, or the factory clone aluminum piece from High Desert Rifle works are very reliable. For magazines, factory Tikka plastic work great! No issues.