I posted some pictures of a Wildcat stock finishing job in this thread.
Have you been looking for a lighter, better stock to replace your factory Tikka T3 stock? Rokslide member, Tye Abell decided to try out Wildcat Composites for his Tikka T3X build. In this article Tye not only gives his initial review of the stock but also details his processes as he bedded the...
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The two I've done needed some minor filler on the exterior (I used bondo) before sanding. Then cut the stock with a sharp miter saw and fit the recoil pad. Action inlet is oversize, so bedding is also basically filler. The separate recoil lug on a Tikka requires you to tack it to the action with a drop of superglue when you do the bedding. Drill and tap for the sling studs.
I also needed to sand a fair amount of the end of the barrel channel to allow sufficient free float.
My final paint job was Krylon pebbled textured paint + sponge + several clear coats. It's held up three years with no chipping or noticeable wear.
Frankly, it's a project. Winter nights are long and cold in Fairbanks so I don't mind the work. There is no "easy button" on a Wildcat, but it's not excessively technical either. The perk is the weight. I'm not aware of another Tikka stock that can touch it. A Wildcat on a SL Tikka is essentially Montana 84L weight, but without the quirks of that platform. I also prefer the fit of a Tikka stock over the Montana's. YMMV