Seekins PH3 vs Suppressed Tikka

I finally got a suppressor couple years back and think it is well worth it. Seems my groups tightened up, could all be in my head however just a more enjoyable shooting experience. I would go Tikka owed several never seen one shoot bad .
 
I am currently waiting on a ph3 in 6 creed that I ordered and have one of the new 8 twist threaded tikka .243 waiting to clear background check, so no bias because I'm very excited about both!

That being said, If I was you I would take advantage of current lightning fast ATF wait times and get a suppressor or two and a tikka. I have a thunderbeast ultra 7 and two silencerco omega 300 DTM with the brake. For me, the omega is really awesome because it provides safe enough hearing protection for hunting and noticeably more recoil reduction than the thunderbeast. I think they run 585-599 + tax stamp...you would be around the same cost and same weight in a tikka+omega as the PH3.
 
I’m in the market for a new 6mm deer/antelope hunting rifle and need some help deciding which direction to go. I have a $2000 budget for the rifle. I already have the scope.

Option 1 is to buy a Seekins PH3 6 CM. I’ve wanted a Seekins for years and handle them every time I walk into Scheels. The new 20” barrel option on the PH3 has me pretty excited.

Option 2 is to wait for Tikka to release their threaded factory barrels and also purchase a suppressor. I have never shot a rifle suppressed or been around one, so I don’t know what I’m missing, but I’ve read so many good things. For the Tikka, I may wait for them to hopefully release a threaded 6 CM but if not perhaps purchase an 8 twist .243. I have other Tikkas and they just shoot. I also like to tinker with aftermarket mods. I reload so I could take advantage of the heavier bullets in the .243.

Both options will cost me my entire $2000 budget. Is shooting a suppressed Tikka worth giving up my dreams of owning a Seekins?
Since you’re reloading I think the tikka isn’t a great option. I don’t think you’ll regret. If you really want a seekins though, go that route. I don’t think a suppressor is the end of the world if you are used to a brake. If you currently shoot with a bare muzzle and get the wrong brake, it can be rough
 
Is the barrel contour better on the PH3 or Element M3 for suppressor use or are we splitting hairs?

I’m considering a Seekins 6mm CM as well.
 
Is the barrel contour better on the PH3 or Element M3 for suppressor use or are we splitting hairs?

I’m considering a Seekins 6mm CM as well.
It doesn't matter. None of my pencil barrels seem to care if they have a weight hanging off the end of them.
 
I run an ultra 7 on my 6.5PRC Tikka roughtech Ember fluted barrel without issue, in fact I’ve never taken a shot without the suppressor on it in 250+ rounds.
 
I’ve got the Seekins ph3 in 7prc with a Diligent Defense S-Ti. Pretty happy with the set up. Still in the process of figuring out what round I’m gonna use but the set up is awesome so far.
 

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I’ve got the Seekins ph3 in 7prc with a Diligent Defense S-Ti. Pretty happy with the set up. Still in the process of figuring out what round I’m gonna use but the set up is awesome so far.
Oooffff that is a nice looking setup, topped with a NF.
 
I want a seekins too…..but not bad enough to not shoot suppressed.

Tikka with a can. TI XC is a sweet can, won’t be disappointed.
 
I’ve got the Seekins ph3 in 7prc with a Diligent Defense S-Ti. Pretty happy with the set up. Still in the process of figuring out what round I’m gonna use but the set up is awesome so far.
Bro that is my dream setup, I'm only missing the Nightforce and residency in a free state.
 
I guess I'm the odd one out. Get the gun, and add the Can later. I will 100% go unsuppressed Seekins over Suppressed Tikka.
Yes, yes you are! Just kidding. I love my Tikkas, and Seekins builds a pretty amazing rifle. But for me personally, I just can't get used to the enormous palm swell on the Seekins.
 
I guess I'm the odd one out. Get the gun, and add the Can later. I will 100% go unsuppressed Seekins over Suppressed Tikka.
I'm with you man, but I also live in California so suppressors are fantasy. Tikka's are great, but my PH3 has exceeded my expectations across the board.
 
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