Deer and elk rifle — Tikka 7PRC

[a_noob_hunter]

I have a custom 300 rum with a Bartlein barrel, mcs stock, the whole works done. It weight 13 pounds suppressed. Really nice gun and it cost me $4k. I also have a 22" t3x 6.5 prc that I put a $300 krg echo on. Weighs probably 10 lbs. And cost me $1k

My cousins from Ohio were out here in Mt for spring bear hunt. Guess which gun they liked more. 7 prc isn't in the same class as a 300 rum but just having them shoot a 6.5 prc at 8x-10x at 1300 instilled a huge boost of confidence for them. They both spotted hits at 1350 yds. They also originally wanted heavier caliber but both left not wanting anything bigger than a 6.5.

I've always shot magnums and my 6.5 prc is the lowest recoiling rifle I have and it's by far my favorite to shoot. Can't recommend a smaller caliber enough!

 

[hoosierhunter11]

You guys have sold me on the smaller caliber and I’ve switched my sights to the 6.5 PRC. I’ve been looking around quite a bit online. These two have caught my eye. Both already threaded with muzzle breaks. Very reputable companies. Is the Tikka still the better move?

Ruger Hawkeye

https://www.sportsmans.com/shooting-gear-gun-supplies/rifles/ruger-hawkeye-long-range-65-prc-matte-stainless-bolt-action-rifle/p/1540183

Bergara ridge carbon

https://www.sportsmans.com/shooting-gear-gun-supplies/rifles/ruger-hawkeye-long-range-65-prc-matte-stainless-bolt-action-rifle/p/1540183

 

[swavescatter]

Is the Tikka still the better move?

Yes.

I had two Bergarbages before buying my first Tikka and those got sent down the road. Rugers and Savages are cheap and probably accurate, but the Tikka is a better design and build all the way around and something you'll hand down to future generations.

 

[Steve from GA]

I have a tikka veil in 6.5 PRC with a credo HX scope. Easy to shoot and is insanely accurate and reliable. The one elk I shot with it got absolutely hammered. I too was considering a 7 PRC, but the 6.5 PRC does everything I need.