Rifle advice? 6.5CM stock/barrel

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#1
I'm looking to get a rifle for long range target shooting. No hunting.
I've decided on the 6.5CM calibre. 24".
I'd appreciate advice on
1) barrel - I'm looking at Tikka vs howa
Pros and cons regarding barrel life and accuracy.(I'm aware of the prices).
2) stock - I'm looking for a lightweight, quality stock. GRS sounds lightweight, not sure how good they are? The Tikka ctr ddm4v7-like stock looks great, but I've heard they are a bit heavier. Are there better options?

I would welcome any advice.
Accuracy, lifespan, and weight (portability) are my main considerations currently, but open to other suggestions.
 
#2
I’ve got a Tikka in a KRG Bravo as my “jack of all trades” rifle. I just ordered a PVA prefit barrel in 6.5 Creed.

So far no real complaints! The action is smooth!

Stock barrel is accurate but not threaded that’s why I’m changing it out.

If your looking at a “budget” build the PVA barrel on sale and KRG are what I chose.
 
#3
Jmz said:
I'm looking to get a rifle for long range target shooting. No hunting.
I've decided on the 6.5CM calibre. 24".
I'd appreciate advice on
1) barrel - I'm looking at Tikka vs howa
Pros and cons regarding barrel life and accuracy.(I'm aware of the prices).
2) stock - I'm looking for a lightweight, quality stock. GRS sounds lightweight, not sure how good they are? The Tikka ctr ddm4v7-like stock looks great, but I've heard they are a bit heavier. Are there better options?

I would welcome any advice.
Accuracy, lifespan, and weight (portability) are my main considerations currently, but open to other suggestions.
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What country are you in?
 
#4
Outside of the states (SA), but general principles and materials would be useful info. And most things can theoretically be imported if not already available.
 
#5
Carlos0311B4 said:
I’ve got a Tikka in a KRG Bravo as my “jack of all trades” rifle. I just ordered a PVA prefit barrel in 6.5 Creed.

So far no real complaints! The action is smooth!

Stock barrel is accurate but not threaded that’s why I’m changing it out.

If your looking at a “budget” build the PVA barrel on sale and KRG are what I chose.
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Thanks for the response! I am leaning towards Tikka atm, was just wondering about how it's numbers compare to Howa (I.e how big is the measurable difference actually).
I shall look into the KRG bravo, thanks.
 
#6
If accuracy is a priority, light weight shouldn’t be. They are competing attributes. Get the heaviest barrel you can. Then pair it with a heavy stock or one that achieves the desired balance.

Barrels - both a great at their respective price points. Tikka makes some of the most accurate factory barrels I’ve ever seen. I’ve had two. They are a bit in the slow side though. Lifespan will be similar in both given same ammo.

Tikka + KRG is a great combo.
 
#7
Jmz said:
I'm looking to get a rifle for long range target shooting. No hunting.
I've decided on the 6.5CM calibre. 24".
I'd appreciate advice on
1) barrel - I'm looking at Tikka vs howa
Pros and cons regarding barrel life and accuracy.(I'm aware of the prices).
2) stock - I'm looking for a lightweight, quality stock. GRS sounds lightweight, not sure how good they are? The Tikka ctr ddm4v7-like stock looks great, but I've heard they are a bit heavier. Are there better options?

I would welcome any advice.
Accuracy, lifespan, and weight (portability) are my main considerations currently, but open to other suggestions.
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Honestly, if you're considering going with a factory barreled action to drop into a stock and customize, then I'd just order an Aero Solus barreled action, and put your trigger of choice in it, and drop it in your stock/chassis of choice, since it uses a 700 footprint, and 700 clone triggers.

IMO, it's a better route compared to any assembly line mass-produced action out there...Definitely beefier and stronger. The 60º throw and 3-lug bolt are nice features, too. And from the factory it's designed to feed from both AICS and AW mags.

www.aeroprecisionusa.com

SOLUS Barreled Short Action - 22" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero

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Here's a couple complete rifle options...

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SOLUS Bravo Rifle - 22" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero

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SOLUS Competition Rifle - 22" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero

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SOLUS Hunter Rifle - 24" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero Light Fluted

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#9
1911Shootist said:
If accuracy is a priority, light weight shouldn’t be. They are competing attributes. Get the heaviest barrel you can. Then pair it with a heavy stock or one that achieves the desired balance.

Barrels - both a great at their respective price points. Tikka makes some of the most accurate factory barrels I’ve ever seen. I’ve had two. They are a bit in the slow side though. Lifespan will be similar in both given same ammo.

Tikka + KRG is a great combo.
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Thanks!
Is it a problem to have a heavy barrel with a lightweight stock?
So same lifespan and somewhat better accuracy with the Tikka, that's what I wanted to know.
 
#10
I have two Tikka CTR’s, both in Bravo chassis. One 20” set up light and one 24” set up heavy. As stated above, the factory barrels are SLOW, but very accurate. They both easily shoot Hornady Factory 140 under .75”. Plenty of 5 shot groups right at .5” when I do my part. Just tried the Norma 130 and put the first 3 in the same hole. These things just shoot! Great combo for the money. I don’t shoot my custom builds any better and probably won’t unless I start reloading.
 
#11
FuhQ said:
Honestly, if you're considering going with a factory barreled action to drop into a stock and customize, then I'd just order an Aero Solus barreled action, and put your trigger of choice in it, and drop it in your stock/chassis of choice, since it uses a 700 footprint, and 700 clone triggers.

IMO, it's a better route compared to any assembly line mass-produced action out there...Definitely beefier and stronger. The 60º throw and 3-lug bolt are nice features, too. And from the factory it's designed to feed from both AICS and AW mags.

www.aeroprecisionusa.com

SOLUS Barreled Short Action - 22" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero

Shop SOLUS Barreled Short Action - 22" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero and more at AeroPrecisionUSA.com!
www.aeroprecisionusa.com www.aeroprecisionusa.com

Here's a couple complete rifle options...

www.aeroprecisionusa.com

SOLUS Bravo Rifle - 22" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero

Shop SOLUS Bravo Rifle - 22" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero and more at AeroPrecisionUSA.com!
www.aeroprecisionusa.com www.aeroprecisionusa.com
www.aeroprecisionusa.com

SOLUS Competition Rifle - 22" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero

Shop SOLUS Competition Rifle - 22" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero and more at AeroPrecisionUSA.com!
www.aeroprecisionusa.com www.aeroprecisionusa.com
www.aeroprecisionusa.com

SOLUS Hunter Rifle - 24" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero Light Fluted

Shop SOLUS Hunter Rifle - 24" 6.5 Creedmoor, Sendero Light Fluted and more at AeroPrecisionUSA.com!
www.aeroprecisionusa.com www.aeroprecisionusa.com
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OP is in New Zealand.

Solus are likely not available there, and importing would be very expensive.

Probably why he's looking at Tikkas and Howas, which are much more common around the world.

To the OP, I would go Tikka of the two. It's hard to recommend components when I'm not sure what's available in NZ. KRG and MDT have Tikka inlets, but it's hard to recommend something that may not be available.
 
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