Tikka T3 Upgrades

[GKPrice]

I changed out my bolt handle and bolt shroud. Other than that, I am content for now. Once I get it scoped, I will see how bad the .300WM likes to kick my arse to see if I want a brake.

I have a superlight in 300 win mag with a limbsaver pad, shoots 200 gr accubonds into 1/2" at 200 yds all the time (when I'm on) not bad in the least to shoot for recoil

 

[GKPrice]

They say it helps with bolt alignment.

If you ever pierce a primer it "might" save an eye or your face

 

[GKPrice]

They now have KUIU patterns available also.

Nuke Man - that is a DARN nice looking rifle ! as far as the recoil lug goes, Mountain Tactical "may" just be selling but their statement is that the stock aluminum one will distort over time, let's keep one another posted on that ....

 

[Nuke Man]

We'll see how long "over time" is! I highly doubted Tikka would put out an aluminum block if it didn't hold up. If it does I will definitely post pictures. Now I'm just waiting for Tikka to put out a 6.5 creedmoor!

 

[Justin Crossley]

I have a superlight in 300 win mag with a limbsaver pad, shoots 200 gr accubonds into 1/2" at 200 yds all the time (when I'm on) not bad in the least to shoot for recoil

That's impressive! You gotta post pictures of that!

 

[GKPrice]

That's impressive! You gotta post pictures of that!

Of what ? the rifle, the groups or me under recoil ?

 

[Cranny]

How long did LRI have your bolt? They recieved mine on Monday, haven't heard anything yet. Just getting antsy to shoot mine..

I changed out my bolt handle and bolt shroud. Other than that, I am content for now. Once I get it scoped, I will see how bad the .300WM likes to kick my arse to see if I want a brake.

 

[Moose2367]

Makes you feel like you just upgraded your Tikka. That's it!

Incorrect. My T3 in 223 had the factory bolt shroud come off 3 times while shooting, not good especially whilst not wearing glasses, got a heap of blow back in my face. Not a problem with the aftermarket one.

 

[colonel00]

How long did LRI have your bolt? They recieved mine on Monday, haven't heard anything yet. Just getting antsy to shoot mine..

Oh, around a week maybe a little more but under two weeks I think. They definitely had a quick turnaround. It does sound like they may be receiving an influx of business from Roksliders though so it may take a hair longer.

 

[Cranny]

Oh, around a week maybe a little more but under two weeks I think. They definitely had a quick turnaround. It does sound like they may be receiving an influx of business from Roksliders though so it may take a hair longer.

Thanks, can't wait.

 

[Browtine]

Incorrect. My T3 in 223 had the factory bolt shroud come off 3 times while shooting, not good especially whilst not wearing glasses, got a heap of blow back in my face. Not a problem with the aftermarket one.

You're right, it is an upgrade, just not a necessity. I do have Tikka's with both the stock plastic shroud and the nice aftermarket shroud from Hinterland Shooting Supplies down your way!

 

[Cranny]

Sent my bolt to LRI on Friday the 23rd, recieved the finished product today! Very fast!

Just waiting on my stock now.

 

[elkeaterco]

Cranny, how much weight did it shave?

Jake

 

[colonel00]

Cranny, how much weight did it shave?

Jake

It isn't a whole lot. Below is a recent thread showing the weight savings of a couple of my mods. Essentially the fluting and different handle/knob dropped a little weight and the metal bolt shroud added a little back.

http://www.rokslide.com/forums/showthread.php?25562-Weight-of-stock-Tikka-bolt

 

[Cranny]

Yeah I didn't even do a before weight. I did it more for the look anyway.

 

[mt100gr.]

Yeah I didn't even do a before weight. I did it more for the look anyway.

Which base/rings is that? Weight? And is it available in 20 MOA?

 

[Cranny]

They are DNZ Game reaper mounts. There is an option for t3 tactical 20 MOA on there website.

http://www.dnzproducts.com/product/game-reaper-tikka/

 

[Cranny]

i can't find a weight when I get a chance I can pull it off and weigh it.

 

[mt100gr.]

Thanks.

 

[Cranny]

I have the DNZ game reaper mount, low, 1 inch. Comes in at 3 3/8 oz.