Seekins Chassis now available

[Dbl_Deezer]

I picked one of these up to build up a Tikka .223 trainer in and I have been exceptionally happy with it so far. I'm taking it out on Saturday to do some field shooting but it seems like this will be a really handy little rifle.

The fit and finish was excellent on the chassis I received, installation was a breeze. This is making me even more excited to get the Element Hunter I ordered.
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I am also build a 223 tikka trainer. Thanks for the idea! I bought the Element Hunter in 6.5PRC… love it, but there wasnt an easy option for 223 since it wasn’t offered in the element hunter. I called Seekins to check in on my order, looks like I have about 3 months until it arrives. Gonna have to see if any retailers have them in

 

[Filthy_208]

I picked one of these up to build up a Tikka .223 trainer in and I have been exceptionally happy with it so far. I'm taking it out on Saturday to do some field shooting but it seems like this will be a really handy little rifle.

The fit and finish was excellent on the chassis I received, installation was a breeze. This is making me even more excited to get the Element Hunter I ordered.
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What magazine are you using for your .223? Any Recommendations?

 

[Graves14]

What magazine are you using for your .223? Any Recommendations?

I first picked up some 10rd MDT's and they ran fine but the last round occasionally wouldn't feed and I didn't like how far they protruded so I switched over to Accurate Mag 5rds and they've run flawlessly. I shoot off rocks frequently and the 10 round mags were just a bit in the way on that gun.

 

[Dbl_Deezer]

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Looks like you’re running an aftermarket tikka knob. What brand knob and length bolt handle? Does it clearance when folded? I have the UM short handle with 1” ball and was hoping it would clear…

 

[Tahoe1305]

I concur with earlier comments that the backfire recoil pad is a bit better than factory.

Got to shoot mine on the 7wsm a good amount this weekend and for being heavy recoiling and light, I was pleased with the overall setup.

 

[bojangles808]

I first picked up some 10rd MDT's and they ran fine but the last round occasionally wouldn't feed and I didn't like how far they protruded so I switched over to Accurate Mag 5rds and they've run flawlessly. I shoot off rocks frequently and the 10 round mags were just a bit in the way on that gun.

Are these the polymer mdt AICS mags with a Tikka?

Still trying to confirm the polymer aics MDT mags would work with a Tikka short action

 

[Graves14]

Are these the polymer mdt AICS mags with a Tikka?

Still trying to confirm the polymer aics MDT mags would work with a Tikka short action

No, they are all metal mags

 

[hoooogan]

BTW, there is a 15% off sale going on at Backfire. Those Backstop recoil pads are $59.50 right meow. No affiliation. Just a pad enjoyer and saw the sale email.

 

[wind gypsy]

Are these the polymer mdt AICS mags with a Tikka?

Still trying to confirm the polymer aics MDT mags would work with a Tikka short action

I dont know why they wouldn't. They work in KRG and XLR chassis and probably all the other ones too.

Far as I can tell, the "Plastic AICS mags dont work with tikkas" is a holdover from when PMAG AI pattern was the primary plastic AI pattern mag and they dont work with tikkas because the feed lips are too thick to fit in the bottom cut of tikka actions. That has not been a problem with the MDT poly mags ive used with 223 and creedmoor tikkas.

 

[Tahoe1305]

I dont know why they wouldn't. They work in KRG and XLR chassis and probably all the other ones too.

Far as I can tell, the "Plastic AICS mags dont work with tikkas" is a holdover from when PMAG AI pattern was the primary plastic AI pattern mag and they dont work with tikkas because the feed lips are too thick to fit in the bottom cut of tikka actions. That has not been a problem with the MDT poly mags ive used with 223 and creedmoor tikkas.

I think seekins is claiming the feedlips are too thick.

That was the case with the Hawkins Hunter mags I use. I just shaved down a tad bit of material and they work with the Hunter chassis now fine.

Worst case you may have to take a small bit of material off the plastic ones, but I are they’ll likely work (heck I have one downstairs I’ll go check!!)

 

[Tahoe1305]

I think seekins is claiming the feedlips are too thick.

That was the case with the Hawkins Hunter mags I use. I just shaved down a tad bit of material and they work with the Hunter chassis now fine.

Worst case you may have to take a small bit of material off the plastic ones, but I are they’ll likely work (heck I have one downstairs I’ll go check!!)

Fits fine. Not the right chamber for that magazine so can’t check feeding. But snaps right in.

 

[wind gypsy]

I think seekins is claiming the feedlips are too thick.

That was the case with the Hawkins Hunter mags I use. I just shaved down a tad bit of material and they work with the Hunter chassis now fine.

Worst case you may have to take a small bit of material off the plastic ones, but I are they’ll likely work (heck I have one downstairs I’ll go check!!)

Yeah but they are too thick for the opening in the bottom of the action, not the chassis. Meaning if MDT poly mags work in KRG and XLR chassis, there's no reason they should interfere with the same action in a seekins chassis right?

 

[Tahoe1305]

I agree.

 

[AK_cowboy]

Has anyone found any ways or modifications they could do to cut weight on the seekins chassis, besides replacing the grip? Love this chassis just a little heavier then I wanted for my build

 

[Tahoe1305]

Has anyone found any ways or modifications they could do to cut weight on the seekins chassis, besides replacing the grip? Love this chassis just a little heavier then I wanted for my build

Grip ~2-3oz. Recoil pad .5oz (backfire and it’s better). Magazine if you have SA can save 3oz over metal with CF or Hawkins mags.

It’s lighter than my magnesium element.

 

[AK_cowboy]

Grip ~2-3oz. Recoil pad .5oz (backfire and it’s better). Magazine if you have SA can save 3oz over metal with CF or Hawkins mags.

It’s lighter than my magnesium element.

thanks for the breakdown!

 

[wind gypsy]

Wonder how much the mlok channel weighs and if it’s removeable?

 

[Samson7x]

Haven't worked my way through the entire thread so forgive me, but what mags are we using for SA PRC? I'll be looking at this chassis for my M2 element when they are available.

 

[Filthy_208]

I first picked up some 10rd MDT's and they ran fine but the last round occasionally wouldn't feed and I didn't like how far they protruded so I switched over to Accurate Mag 5rds and they've run flawlessly. I shoot off rocks frequently and the 10 round mags were just a bit in the way on that gun.

Not sure if you mentioned it prior, but seeing that seekins is offering in two length actions, regardless of tikka sizes, did you get the short action or long action? Curious if the long will still feed .223 well

 

[Graves14]

Not sure if you mentioned it prior, but seeing that seekins is offering in two length actions, regardless of tikka sizes, did you get the short action or long action? Curious if the long will still feed .223 well

As I understand it, all Tikkas are built on the same long action. As for the chassis, I believe the difference is just the length the magwell is cut for. So in the case of the .223, its the short. I'd reach out to Seekins to be sure before ordering though