Tikka "Rokslide Special", let's see 'em

[crich]

I told my wife this is the last one, so it's time to Rok out with my MDT stock out. Just finished putting this together today.

Tikka T3x Compact in .223
Barrel chopped at 17 inches
Banish .223 suppressor
MDT HNT-26 folding chassis
MDT 10-rd mag
SWFA 3-9x42 mil scope
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17 because you couldnt decide between 16 and 18? This is my dilemma...

 

[StupidLightweight]

17 because you couldnt decide between 16 and 18? This is my dilemma...

Exactly. You get it. Ultimately, I did 77 Hail Mary’s and prayed to the TMK gods for guidance. They said I might need to kill an animal at 463 yards instead of 450, so go 17 inches. With the folding stock, I should be OK, but you never know.

 

[crich]

Exactly. You get it. Ultimately, I did 77 Hail Mary’s and prayed to the TMK gods for guidance. They said I might need to kill an animal at 463 yards instead of 450, so go 17 inches. With the folding stock, I should be OK, but you never know.

Solid logic. However the TMK gods are only reliable as Sierras production line. Idk 17 3/8" would give you that little bit extra "stopping power" ya know

 

[TreeDog]

Any issues having the superlite threaded and what pitch threads
Looks like you have an adapter or added shoulder, can't tell from the pic.

No, had the local smith do 1/2-28 then bought an adapter to 5/8-24. I’ll probably end up with a thread locker on the adapter and leave it attached to the rifle.

 

[atmat]

No, had the local smith do 1/2-28 then bought an adapter to 5/8-24. I’ll probably end up with a thread locker on the adapter and leave it attached to the rifle.

Definitely use a “permanent” thread locker on it.

 

[ResearchinStuff]

Definitely use roksett. Red loctite gets loose when you're having a fun day at the range.

 

[atmat]

Definitely use roksett. Red loctite gets loose when you're having a fun day at the range.

I think Red Loctite is >500 degrees rated, right? I would think most folks on a bolt action would be okay.

Rocksett is definitely better and up to like 2,000 degrees.

 

[ResearchinStuff]

i've had red loctite come loose while shooting a bolt gun ~30 times on a cold day. roksett is the way.

 

[Hunthigh1]

Where are you guys sourcing sports match rings? I’m having a tough time finding a vendor that is in USA….

 

[Andouille]

Where are you guys sourcing sports match rings? I’m having a tough time finding a vendor that is in USA….

Airguns of Arizona. I've ordered two sets from them, took three weeks for the second due to backorder, but that was clearly communicated.

 

[Huntr]

I just received a set from Airguns of Arizona as well that were on backorder- took about 3-4 weeks to receive them.

 

[Machingeaneer]

Another recommendation for Airguns of Arizona from me

 

[cjdewese]

Airguns of Arizona. I've ordered two sets from them, took three weeks for the second due to backorder, but that was clearly communicated.

Came to say the same, mine were at my house in a few days.

 

[Hunthigh1]

Thanks Guys. A of A it is!

 

[HNTR918]

Does anyone have a link for SS tikka in 223 for under $700?

 

[Balderdash]

Does anyone have a link for SS tikka in 223 for under $700?

If they post it, they won't be in-stock for long!

 

[atmat]

Does anyone have a link for SS tikka in 223 for under $700?

GunZoneDeals is $770 shipped I believe.

 

[roosiebull]

If they made one with a capped windage I'd be on it like a fat kid on cake.

The UM rings look good I'll probably snag them.

Tape the windage knob, problem solved

 

[timbernomad]

I might work up the courage to post my 6.5cm with a Burris Fullfield on it now that the Burris passed the drop test, but I know BDC reticles aren't really "Rokslide approved." Still love the setup, though.

 

[Balderdash]

Tape the windage knob, problem solved

Or the appropriately sized rubber pipe cap/chair leg cover.