McMillan Mountain Tracker LR - Tikka T3 Dev Project

WKR said:
No problem, their color page is a little confusing.
But if I am remembering correctly, the color options for a light weight carbon fill stock are any of the painted choices, carbon ambush, and banded carbon.
All those other molded in colors are only offered in the heavier fiberglass fill stocks.

I had the same questions when I ordered the stock pictured above because that molded timber sure looks nice, but the weight penalty was way too much for a hunting rifle. I ended up going with the hard edge slate and am happy with how it turned out. The mountain tracker I have on order is a banded carbon to try and save a couple more ounces over the painted carbon.
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That’s correct. When I ordered my game warden I learned molded is only for fiberglass
 
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WKR said:
Here's my McMillan in the slate...I wouldn't say it's speckled but you can see a tiny bit of black under the gray

Also on the weights thing, it's not the molded that's lighter, but the carbon ambush and banded carbon that end up being lighter than the painted.
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This color scheme is awesome!!!
 
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We are down to 5. Question: I have a Roughtech Ranch that has a D18 Contour. Can anyone tell me what the D18 contour is comparable to in non-tikka barrel contours? Sporter ___?
 
AU.MASHnKS said:
I’m sure they do but if I switch the barrel out at a later date I’d like to understand what benchmark spotter it’s comparable to or Ace etc.


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Measure it and compare to the companies of interest barrel contour diagrams. That's the only way to know conclusively.
 
AU.MASHnKS said:
We are down to 5. Question: I have a Roughtech Ranch that has a D18 Contour. Can anyone tell me what the D18 contour is comparable to in non-tikka barrel contours? Sporter ___?
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D-18 is fairly close to a Bartlein #3, so a 3B inlet would probably give it a sufficient amount of clearance and look good if you prefer that. AG doesn't offer everything in Tikka Inlet so I went with HCA Summit (similar to Sendero Lite) inlet and the D-18 barrel has plenty of clearance. Easily dead cat space.
 
Regarding some earlier comments on the grip and the available finishes...

The Grip... I ordered a Game Warden Long Range for my Tikka (different stock, same grip). I was concerned about the finger shelf or "bump" on the grip. The Tall Grip version was not available, but I decided to take a chance after talking with others familiar with that feature.

After shooting 450 rounds, I have no issues with the finger shelf. It looks odd but feels great. It does what it was designed to do without any negatives (for me). I can fit 3 fingers below the bump. I am 6' 2", 195 lbs and wear a L or XL glove. I asked Josh at McMillan if I could remove the bump if I didn't like it. He said that was a bad idea and would significantly weaken the shell in a critical area. Thankfully, that is not an issue since the grip felt very natural from day one.

The finish... I was told by McMillan that ordering the Molded-In finish takes longer and to expect 6 months for delivery. Molded-In also adds weight (2-3 ounces). Lead time on a painted finish was 2 months. I chose paint. Received the first one in 7 weeks. Ordered an exact duplicate in another painted color and received it in less than 4 weeks. According to McMillan, they produce 8,000 stocks a year. I believe they have the process down and know how to deliver a quality stock.

The fit and finish is excellent. The inletting is snug but didn't not require any sanding or modification. The entire stock has very good texture. They cost more and that is painful. But I believe this is a case where you get what you pay for (in a reasonable time). Hope that helps. I would have no issues buying another McMillan. I believe they offer a full refund within 30 days if you don't like your stock. Picture below for reference...

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Blackdog317 said:
Regarding some earlier comments on the grip and the available finishes...

The Grip... I ordered a Game Warden Long Range for my Tikka (different stock, same grip). I was concerned about the finger shelf or "bump" on the grip. The Tall Grip version was not available, but I decided to take a chance after talking with others familiar with that feature.

After shooting 450 rounds, I have no issues with the finger shelf. It looks odd but feels great. It does what it was designed to do without any negatives (for me). I can fit 3 fingers below the bump. I am 6' 2", 195 lbs and wear a L or XL glove. I asked Josh at McMillan if I could remove the bump if I didn't like it. He said that was a bad idea and would significantly weaken the shell in a critical area. Thankfully, that is not an issue since the grip felt very natural from day one.

The finish... I was told by McMillan that ordering the Molded-In finish takes longer and to expect 6 months for delivery. Molded-In also adds weight (2-3 ounces). Lead time on a painted finish was 2 months. I chose paint. Received the first one in 7 weeks. Ordered an exact duplicate in another painted color and received it in less than 4 weeks. According to McMillan, they produce 8,000 stocks a year. I believe they have the process down and know how to deliver a quality stock.

The fit and finish is excellent. The inletting is snug but didn't not require any sanding or modification. The entire stock has very good texture. They cost more and that is painful. But I believe this is a case where you get what you pay for (in a reasonable time). Hope that helps. I would have no issues buying another McMillan. I believe they offer a full refund within 30 days if you don't like your stock. Picture below for reference...

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Please tell us about those rifles! Nice set ups.
 
Just put my deposit down, only need 3 more! Possibly only 2 more cause the number didn’t change after I placed my order. Even refreshed the page a few times, maybe it will update with a little more time. Either way, looks like this will definitely happen.
 
I'm very tempted to put the last deposit down for my wife's rifle. McMillan lets you order a shorter length of pull right? I would think so but just wanted to verify. She has to have right around 12.5".
 
So stoked for this! So, if they take 3 months to make the molds how much longer do you guys expect it will take to see the stocks? I sure hope it's before hunting season! I have never ordered from McMillan but Manners sure takes a long time!
 
Qholum37 said:
So stoked for this! So, if they take 3 months to make the molds how much longer do you guys expect it will take to see the stocks? I sure hope it's before hunting season! I have never ordered from McMillan but Manners sure takes a long time!
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I was told 2-3 months on my recent order for a tikka elr hunter stock
 
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