Muzzle brake and chassis advice

[MR308W]

Hi,

I´m gonne order my 2 chassis and a muzzle brake for my tikkas and since it´s a big investment and i don´t have the possibility over here to try them out i am looking for some advice/experience.

I gonna order the MDT LSS RF for my T1x but for my T3x CTR i´m doubting between the LSS XL gen2 (carbine stock) and the ESS platform, iḿ not planning to be a hardcore contest person but maybe in the future i would like to do some PRS matches. I had a back surgery so that´s why i did lean towards the LSS first although i like look of the ESS alot also.
Anyone got experience with both and is there alot of difference for PRS between them?

For the muzzle brake my first thought was also the MDT elite but i think my threading is to short to use it with the nut and i need to us it with a crush washer instead. Since i want to clean it regularly i was thinking on the German gun stock punisher muzzle brake (Easy to send over here in Europe since US items cost alot of customs clearance) and the installation is easy with the screw. Is this a good design or are there better options?

Thanks in advance

 

[CShooter92]

I'm not sure how customs clearances work from different countries, but have a look at the Insite Arms Heathen Brake. It's made in Canada and you might have better luck with customs that way.

 

[MR308W]

Canada will be the same issue. Everything from outside EU or from a half EU country have ridiculous import taxes.
on 47 euro 38 euro taxes, on a 210 euro i paid almost 180 extra so i don´t take that risk anymore.

 

[MDT_Josh]

Hey @MR308W !

Good questions and here are my thoughts: the T1x can be put in any Tikka SA chassis and is not limited to the LSS-RF, however, it is a solid little chassis and is great for rimfire guns when you need the maneuverability! Additionally, as another option for the T1x, you could always check out our Oryx Chassis Tikka T1x which includes the buttstock and grip in the price of the chassis

The muzzle brake shouldn't be an issue with a factory threaded barrel and part of the lock nut slips over the unthreaded part of the barrel If you have an aftermarket barrel that has been threaded, then that is a different story.

As for the LSS-XL Gen2 vs. the ESS, they are both good chassis in their own way for precision rifle competition. Personally, I have run both at matches and I'll say that I preferred the LSS-XL Gen2 over the ESS, because it is easier to use for positional shooting without that handguard in the way. If you're going to do a lot more shooting from a bench, prone or static position, then either will work great for you and the ESS gives you much more modularity!

As always, I hope this helps and be sure to let me know if you have more questions,
Josh

 

[MR308W]

Hey @MR308W !

Good questions and here are my thoughts: the T1x can be put in any Tikka SA chassis and is not limited to the LSS-RF, however, it is a solid little chassis and is great for rimfire guns when you need the maneuverability! Additionally, as another option for the T1x, you could always check out our Oryx Chassis Tikka T1x which includes the buttstock and grip in the price of the chassis

The muzzle brake shouldn't be an issue with a factory threaded barrel and part of the lock nut slips over the unthreaded part of the barrel If you have an aftermarket barrel that has been threaded, then that is a different story.

As for the LSS-XL Gen2 vs. the ESS, they are both good chassis in their own way for precision rifle competition. Personally, I have run both at matches and I'll say that I preferred the LSS-XL Gen2 over the ESS, because it is easier to use for positional shooting without that handguard in the way. If you're going to do a lot more shooting from a bench, prone or static position, then either will work great for you and the ESS gives you much more modularity!

As always, I hope this helps and be sure to let me know if you have more questions,
Josh

Hi Josh,

Thanks for you´re answer already. I think i go rf chassis beceause i dont have the sa magrelease and gap than, i suspect the rf is more fitted for the native one. Does the LSS RF have kind of the same feel as the LSS XL with carbine stock?
What concerns the counter nut with the muzzle brake, you got an idea of the exact length that is actually on the threading when completly screwed on?

Thanks

 

[MDT_Josh]

Hi Josh,

Thanks for you´re answer already. I think i go rf chassis beceause i dont have the sa magrelease and gap than, i suspect the rf is more fitted for the native one. Does the LSS RF have kind of the same feel as the LSS XL with carbine stock?
What concerns the counter nut with the muzzle brake, you got an idea of the exact length that is actually on the threading when completly screwed on?

Thanks

Yes, the LSS-RF and Oryx that are specific to the Tikka T1x are a better drop-in-fit and will match up better with the mag well The LSS-RF definitely feels a little shorter, lighter and doesn't have thumb shelves, so it all depends on how you're used to shooting.

I believe the minimum amount of thread required for our muzzle brakes is roughly 1/2" or 12.7 mm, which should be no issue with any factory rifle. In fact, one of our designers that I work with just got a Tikka CTR in 6.5 CM and our brake threaded right on with the lock nut and zero issues!

Josh