Rokstok vs KRG Bravo

[Ryan Avery]

I’d be curious to hear if anyone has used a Bravo in a Shoot2hunt class and what their thoughts are. @Ryan Avery @Formidilosus

There are several in this video.

 

[Formidilosus]

It's a shame it's a full pound heavier than a Rokstok as far as I can tell.

Oh I didn’t say that it was the best field stock- just the best chassis for it.

 

[JohnJohnson]

Oh I didn’t say that it was the best field stock- just the best chassis for it.

I may be completely misremembering but I recall the Tikka in the Bravo stock having more issues working with snow/ice than the other one in the ice testing. Is that because there are more openings for water to get into compared to other Tikka stocks?

 

[Formidilosus]

I may be completely misremembering but I recall the Tikka in the Bravo stock having more issues working with snow/ice than the other one in the ice testing. Is that because there are more openings for water to get into compared to other Tikka stocks?

Yes to all. However, the difference while real, is comparatively small when weighed against what other actions/triggers do.

That also makes me nervous. I'm putting together a 18" barreled Tikka 6CM with a TBAC Ultra-7 on the end of it and a SWFA 3-15 scope. Not sure if I'd have enough on the front end to balance a Bravo out. Though maybe it'll help that I'll have a Ckye pod on the end of it.

That will be fine in a Bravo.

 

[WesternSlope]

Tikka in a bravo. Is aics the preferable magazine?

 

[wind gypsy]

That also makes me nervous. I'm putting together a 18" barreled Tikka 6CM with a TBAC Ultra-7 on the end of it and a SWFA 3-15 scope. Not sure if I'd have enough on the front end to balance a Bravo out. Though maybe it'll help that I'll have a Ckye pod on the end of it.

Bipod makes a big difference, especially on a spigot where it should be on a bravo to not interfere with using the forearm as a rest. Might still be ass heavy if you have a light contour barrel. I've had my 18" tikka lite 223 in one until just recently. gen 1 ultra 7, LRTS scope, and I'm pretty sure with a harris short bipod attached to pic rail section on front of forearm (no spigot) it didn't balance on anything in front of the mag well.

It was fine but i like how the same setup balances in a rokstok better.

 

[JohnJohnson]

Bipod makes a big difference, especially on a spigot where it should be on a bravo to not interfere with using the forearm as a rest. Might still be ass heavy if you have a light contour barrel. I've had my 18" tikka lite 223 in one until just recently. gen 1 ultra 7, LRTS scope, and I'm pretty sure with a harris short bipod attached to pic rail section on front of forearm (no spigot) it didn't balance on anything in front of the mag well.

It was fine but i like how the same setup balances in a rokstok better.

I think I'm just going to wait and order a Rokstok when they hopefully allow more orders in June. The rest of the build won't be ready until May anyway and the stock isn't horribly urgent. As long as I can open up the factory stock enough to accept a 0.75" taperless contour.

 

[alpine_troop]

Tikka in a bravo. Is aics the preferable magazine?

Yes

 

[SouthPaw]

My primary hunting rifle remains in a Bravo since the Rokstok I ordered 15 months ago still hasn't arrived. I rebarreled to a 4" longer (20 -> 24), 1 pound heavier barrel before a recent hunt and it balances a lot better than before. I'd think a thinner barrel with suppressor would balance fine, too. The thin short barrel was definitely rear heavy with the Bravo.

 

[JoeK]

Lots. The Bravo is the best overall chassis for field shooting.

How does the Bravo compare to a factory stock perhaps with a few cheap adds i.e. vertical grip and forend, limbsaver? Could still add or build up a cheekpiece for a few more $ and ozs and still be in considerably lighter and cheaper than a Bravo using factory mags but how much performance is left on the table? Or can a few cheap and light accessories get you real close?

 

[wind gypsy]

How does the Bravo compare to a factory stock perhaps with a few cheap adds i.e. vertical grip and forend, limbsaver? Could still add or build up a cheekpiece for a few more $ and ozs and still be in considerably lighter and cheaper than a Bravo using factory mags but how much performance is left on the table? Or can a few cheap and light accessories get you real close?

The biggest benefit of bravo for shooting IMO is that the grip is much better than factory stock with vertical grip insert. Toe line and fore-end are more stable on rests but that is small comparatively IMO. Extra weight makes shooting easier as well.

 

[SamsonMan22]

The biggest benefit of bravo for shooting IMO is that the grip is much better than factory stock with vertical grip insert. Toe line and fore-end are more stable on rests but that is small comparatively IMO. Extra weight makes shooting easier as well.

I agree, I actually like the factory vertical grip and it fits me well but there is something about that bravo grip that just feels like they made it for my hand.

The overall platform just seems to stay put better and the recoil path and added weight is better for spotting shots.

 

[SDHNTR]

One is heavy and cumbersome.

One is unavailable.

So the answer is neither. Get a McMillian or Manners.

 

[JohnJohnson]

One is heavy and cumbersome.

One is unavailable.

So the answer is neither. Get a McMillian or Manners.

I wish there was a way for me to get a feel for the LRH before buying but no one in my area would have one.

 

[jstraf]

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[jstraf]

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[JohnJohnson]

Out of curiosity @Formidilosus any thoughts on AICS vs CTR for a Tikka in a KRG Bravo? I'll be shooting 6CM and just don't want to run into any feeding issues.

 

[Formidilosus]

Out of curiosity @Formidilosus any thoughts on AICS vs CTR for a Tikka in a KRG Bravo? I'll be shooting 6CM and just don't want to run into any feeding issues.

CTR mags are significantly more failure prone in dust, sand, and debris than AICS mags. Sako TRG mags are solid and are compatible with the CTR, but they are also nearly $200.

 

[JohnJohnson]

CTR mags are significantly more failure prone in dust, sand, and debris than AICS mags. Sako TRG mags are solid and are compatible with the CTR, but they are also nearly $200.

Got it. Will go that route so no Rokstok wait. Just have to figure out if bedding is worth it for the Bravo or if the inlet is good enough on its own.

 

[Formidilosus]

Got it. Will go that route so no Rokstok wait. Just have to figure out if bedding is worth it for the Bravo or if the inlet is good enough on its own.

KRG is the one chassis that I haven’t felt the need to bed… though I have glued a few in. grin