Gunsmithing tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

[Pete Lincoln]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

Thanks for the kind words guys.
Mam suffers with heart problems and Alzheimers, Dad cares for her. But Dad got the news a few weeks back, maybe 3 months, if he is lucky max 12 months. Cancer of the oesofagus. In his own words, " I'm knackered Pete, I wish i had another 10 years, but it don't look likely" He's taken it on the chin like the old soldier he is, but of course his worry if for Mam. Trying and worrying times indeed.

Anyhow, back to Tikka's.
I had the opertunity to work over a very early Tikka lately, (forget which model but pre 595) I was pleased to see the quality of workmanship in the action and it was a pleasure to give a new lease of life to the old girl. I also mounted a scope for a customer on a 20" T3 tacical just lately. Right out of the box with nothing more than a trigger adjustment it shot ragged holes with fachory ammo.
Put any of these varmint type barreled T3's in a decent stock, Either our RCS, Tom's T4 or the Robertson and i'm convinced that 90% of the time you have a genuine 1/2 MOA rifle.
Thy are among the better made factory rifles, and that statement stands even when you consider rifles twice the price.
I'm sure if Tikka actualy offered a model with a decent stock it would be popular, it might however be to the detriment of the Sako TRG sales.
regards Pete

 

[inalabama]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

well i am psyched as i just heard from tom manners my stock is ready for my t3 tactical in .223, i got it in gap camo [sweet] and i am also having him pillar bed it, so the rifle will be on its way to tom asap, i'll post a pic when i got it back, i would be very happy if i can get "under 1 moa accuracy or better" out of it in the new stock set up, right now in the tikka factory stock its between 1-2 moa out to 500 yards with a sierra mking 77 gr at about 2600 fps, which is good for a factory set up but not where i want it to be ultimately. when i get it back i plan to out one of pete's muzzle brakes on it [thats on the way across the atlantic ocean...]. with the new bedded stock, brake and the barnard match trigger at under 1 lb i put on it [mac at mt guns did that for me] this should be a good shooter.

 

[jrob300]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

You're gonna like your stock

I'm leaving in about 15 min. to shoot mine for the first time.

John

 

[inalabama]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

jrob300 how'd it shoot?

 

[jrob300]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

I put this up on my thread on the stock, but I can paste it here since this is the Tikka upgrade thread:

Well, after much drama (including finding out I had 2 different height Seekins rings yesterday AM) got out this morning to shoot the new setup.

Shot at a place I've never shot before. A friend has a 100 yard range out back of his house. It drops probably 6-8 feet from the bench to the targets, so I spent a bit of the day trying to figure out how to get enough bag under the butt. We finally (at the end of the day) put a sandbag between the bench and the concrete blocks holding it up. Then I could use my bipod and standard sock.

All day the rifle showed signs, 2 into 1 hole, 3 shots almost touching, of wanting to shoot, but I was just battling this vertical thing from having 2 big sandbags under the butt. Not one 5 shot group over 1", most in the .4-.7" range. All the real deviation was vertical and I've never had vertical with this load before. I could tell it wanted to do more. Well, once we adjusted the bench, BAM! Last group of the day was the last 3 rds. I had of my proof load. It shot into .310"

I learned that this stock likes to be driven different than the OEM stock. The Tikka stock does not like to be pulled into the shoulder at all. If I do that, I get erratic POI. The Manners prefers to be pulled back fairly hard. When I do it right, I can see my shots at 100 yds! I've never seen my shots closer than 500 yds. with this rifle before.



I LOVE THIS STOCK.

We're now going to try to get into our distance range on Wed. Had some H1000 & R22 loads w/208 Amax that showed promise.

I came home with a BIG smile on my face.

Manners ROCKS!

p.s. Big thank you to Scott @ Liberty Optics for straightening out my ring problem so I could go out today.

John

 

[inalabama]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

hey jrob thats good news, soon i will have my t3 in .223 in the manners stock, should have my brake from roedale in a few days also

 

[CDiPrecision]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

I may make dbm for these if people want them. All American made in America. No headaches with shipping from overseas. Hit me up if interested.

 

[jrob300]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

Interested in mags that give me more than 3.4" OAL... whose mags will you support? AICS?

John

 

[inalabama]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

what calibers would you do?.223?

 

[inalabama]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

well i have my roedale muzzle brake on my t3 in .223, going to the range tomorrow with some new loads to try it out, i'll report back on the results

 

[inalabama]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

i have great news to report on the roedale muzzle brake from Pete L. on my tikka t3 in .223. i shot about 60 rounds through it with a few different loads while chrono'ing some new loads today. this brake is very good. the recoil on my gun is now reduced roughly to that of a .22 LR [almost non extistent now]. also the weight of the brake seemed to add to [1] the stability of the gun [which is still in the tikka factory stock-soon i will have it in a new suit from mr manners] and [2] consistency of accuracy [while a windy day gusting back & forth up to about 10 mph today] the gun shot several 1/2 moa groups with the 77 gr scenar at about 2900 ft per second, according to my chrono. in terms of appearance it is well designed and fits the profile of the rifle well. glad i bought it, its worth the price and a good upgrade. i suggest buying it.

 

[kwild]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

Good that it worked out.

 

[inalabama]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

it was worth the wait

 

[KYS]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

you needed to reduce the recoil in a 223?! SAY WHAT???

 

[inalabama]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

hey guy these are <span style="font-size: 20pt"> <span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="font-style: italic">big ass bullets</span></span></span>, not really i just like to play with toys and see what happens...

 

[Guest]

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Hey I was wondering how the ordering worked for the Roedale Muzzle Break since it is in Euro's I believe on the website. Thanks for the help,

Jordan

 

[inalabama]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

jason-it was easy, no different then paypal payment with a credit card and the credit card company did the currency conversion on my bill.

 

[SAS_Sniper]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

Nice thread! Still few days and my t3 will be ready!!!! RCS stock + Jackson trigger

 

[Aborigine]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

I have aquestion :

Are there any 20 MOA picatinny rails for the T3s on the market ?

 

[Defuzer]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

see below link for T3 20MOA pic rail

http://egw-guns.com/store/index.php?main...97834e079f25add


on a lighter note, any news on a folding Roedale for the T3?

 

[kwild]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

As mentioned egw has the 20 moa rail. I put one on mine.

 

[kokako]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

Near also made a very high quality rail.

Check out this link.....................................

 

[Guest]

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Im suprised by all the upgrades and no barrel upgrade? Why is that? And has anyone done a barrel upgrade on their T3 tactical, mine is .308 so that is what I would be interested in. I love the action but the barrel does not seem thick enough for me to be a real tactical rifle. I'm used to extra thick barrels, and I like that they add wait also.

 

[jrob300]

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I put a new barrel on my 300WM. I did it for 2 reasons. I didn't like the pencil profile and the throat was toast by 1500 rds.

I also installed a Tubbs recoil lug when I had the barrel installed.

John

 

[kwild]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

Planning to do a new barrel next year some time when cash allows.

 

[SAS_Sniper]

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RCS STOCK + Jackson trigger + EGW rail 20 MOA

@ JROB300: only 1500 rds toasted your round? I hope that 308 barrell can arrive at 4000 XD

 

[Guest]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

kwild...what barrel were you planning on purchasing?

 

[kwild]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

As of now it is looking like a rock creek 5r.

 

[jrob300]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwild</div><div class="ubbcode-body">As of now it is looking like a rock creek 5r. </div></div>

Take a look at Broughton, also. I was talking to Mike at Underground Skunkworks and he was telling me he got about 4x barrel life on the heat treated Broughton's on .338 LM. I know... second hand info, but enough to warrant some investigation.

John

 

[kwild]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

Interesting. I will check it out for sure.

 

[shenk]

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Hey inalabama, how much did the muzzle break cost you? Thinking about doing that upgrade next since mine didnt come with a muzzle break and I dont know if I like the look of the Tikka one.

I just ordered the aluminum shroud from hss and they really have great customer service. They sent it out within an hour of me ordering the thing. They make everything easy, I would also recommend them to everyone.

 

[Corp. Punishment]

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Has anyone heard new progress on the DBM kits?

 

[WildCard75]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Corp. Punishment</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Has anyone heard new progress on the DBM kits? </div></div>

+1 on this topic. Any word from C.D.I. and their AICS Bottom metal?

 

[jfk]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: inalabama</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I JUST GOT MY REPLACEMENT BOLT SHROUD FROM FIONA AT
Hinterland Shooting Supplies
FOR MY TIKKA T3 TACTICAL, ITS A VERY NICE PIECE OF WORK, FITS THE RIFLE PERFECTLY AND WAS INSTALLED IN ABOUT 3 SECONDS, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS AND THAT YOU DITCH THE CRAPPY FACTORY PLASTIC PART [THIS ONE IN CNC MACHINED ALUMINUM], HERE IS THEIR INFO BELOW...

Fiona Parker
Hinterland Shooting Supplies
PO Box 807
Tewantin
Queensland 4565
Phone / Fax +61 7 5455 6925
Mobile 043 762 9796
Email [email protected]
Web site www.hss.net.au
</div></div>


I just tried registering at HSS' website but the default only allows me to pick Australia. Has this been an issue. They do reply quickly I must admit.


Disregard. I figured it out.

 

[itguy]

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Good thread guys. I am almost ready to pull the trigger(No Pun Intended) on a Tikka T3 Varmint. Although I would really like to have a barrel that is already threaded. Anyway. These parts look great as do the stocks. I havent seen to much mentioned on triggers. I would like to find a 2 stage that can be set to around 4oz or so. I saw the Jackson mentioned but I cant seem to find it to buy. Is it gone? What else would you guys recommend.

 

[kwild]

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If the threaded barrel is the only thing you want from the tactical buy the varmint and get the barrel threaded.

 

[itguy]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

IM sure that what I will do. The Tac. just doesnt have any other features I find important for paying twice what the varmint costs.

 

[kwild]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

My second Tikka was a tactical that I bought used for a good deal. I wouldnt pay the price for a new one. My third Tikka is a Varmint and I would go that way again. I put my Tactical in a Manners stock and there is a EGW rail on it now also so the only thing left on it was the threaded barrel.

 

[itguy]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

Yep. I have searching for a good used one but seem to be coming up short. Oh well. New is nice too. I want to put it in the RCS stock. Once the barrel is shot out I may convert it to 6br

 

[blue_ridge]

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A few questions for my Tikka T3 build.

1. Is there anything besides the Jackson Trigger?
2. Where can a Jackson trigger be found?
3. I've read the Tikka factory trigger is decent, does it even need replacement for a long range rig?
4. Is the cheek piece built into the Manners T4 worth the extra money? (vs other options like stock pack or add-on cheek piece)
5. Any new sources for extended 5 round mags under $70?

Wish the Manners T5 group buy included Tikka inlet but I guess the T4 is the only Tikka inlet for now. I definitely would have jumped on that group buy. But I'm excited about the T3 + Manners + 6.5x47 combo. Just need to figure the peripheral stuff.

 

[kwild]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

1. Havent seen any myself.
2. I dont think he makes them anymore.
3. I dont have an issue with mine, so I havent replaced it.
4. You cannot get the cheek piece on the t4. That is the t4-a which is not available for the tikka yet.
5. Havent heard of any.

 

[jrob300]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

According to Adam @ MHSA here on the Hide, the CG/Jackson was not actually manufactured in anything but a pre-production run for the Tikkas. Some of those were sold. There is no production Jackson trigger, or plans to make one (as far as I could find out).

I modified my stock trigger to go down to 1.5lbs. (any further and the sear does not fully and reliably engage). Every person who has shot my rifle has been shocked at the trigger and thought it was aftermarket.

I used a Eagle stock pack with 2 layers of cut-up mouse pad under it for my cheekpiece.

Works great.

Keep in mind that the comb on the Manners is close to 1/4" higher than the OEM Tikka stock (there's a cutout for the bolt to slide into) so you may not need as much to get proper cheekweld and achieve proper scope alignment.

John

 

[blue_ridge]

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When I ordered my Manners T4, they asked me if i wanted the adjustable cheek piece. I said "no" for now but was considering changing it. Maybe I misunderstood.

Was thinking of using an Eagle Stock pack also, or possibly a Karsten if the Eagle doesn't cut it.

 

[jrob300]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: blue_ridge</div><div class="ubbcode-body">When I ordered my Manners T4, they asked me if i wanted the adjustable cheek piece. </div></div>

Are you sure they didn't say "adjustable length of pull"? I have the LOP kit on my stock.

John

 

[kwild]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

Maybe Mr Manners is offering it now?????

 

[blue_ridge]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

I'm pretty sure they asked about the adjustable butt and cheek piece, but there is a chance I misunderstood. I have a 2 week old daughter and I've been getting about 3 hours sleep since Jan 20

I do recall the price being $615 vs. $475 and that is what is listed on the website also:
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">MCS-T4A-( Terry Cross adjustable cheek - fixed butt $615.00 + shipping)</div></div>

If I don't get it, I wonder if I'll end up spending that much or more ($140) fitting something else.

 

[jrob300]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

I could be wrong. When Tom & I talked about the Tikka stocks a year ago, he said he wasn't going to offer the T4A, at least right away and that the next offerings would be in another stock. Perhaps demand changed his mind?

John

Keep in mind that you will have to readjust every time you want to remove the bolt or clean.

 

[xotech]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: inalabama</div><div class="ubbcode-body">does anyone know a source of t3 mags that has reaonable prices? cdn shows 39.99 but there out of stock so i am not certain this is a credible price/source given elsewhere the price is roughoy twice that...</div></div>

Beretta Forum Classified Section

"Next up is one 6-round extended magazine and one 4-round flush fit magazine for the .223 Tikka T3 rifle.
$38 shipped for the 6-rounder and $33 shipped for the 4-rounder"

Don't know the seller. Wish they were .308's.

 

[xotech]

Re: tikka t3 tactical aftermarket upgrade thread

Gunbroker - Tikka T3 Long Action Magazine

$14.99 plus $6.00 shipping

This listing is for one Brand new never used Tikka T3 Long Action Magazine. They are factory new without the package.

Holds 3 Rounds.

Includes Calibers: .270, 30-06, 300mag

These magazines regularly retail for $70.00.

I have more than one in stock. If you would like more than one, please send me a message with how many you want, and your email address and i will send you an invoice that will reflect how many you want to purchase.

Please read my policies listed below and make sure that you are buying the correct magazine. I cannot take a return because you bought the wrong one for your gun.

Policies:

Payment is due within 5 days of the end of the auction.

If for some reason you cannot meet this requirement please contact me to explain why not as soon as possible.

I do not ship outside of the continental united states. I will not ship for free.

There are no discounts for buying multiple items, as the items are already priced as low as i can go on them.

I will combine shipping charges for multiple item purchases.

After payment is received, your item will be shipped out on the next business day(Mon-Fri).

Items will be shipped out USPS Priority Mail and I will list the tracking number so you can track your item.

We do not take any returns unless the item is grossly misrepresented.

If for some reason you are not happy with your item when you receive it, please contact me to discuss.

Thanks for looking!!

3 for $29.99 plus $6 shipping

4 round .223 mags for $25.00 each plus $8 shipping

Up for auction is a brand new Tikka T3 magazine, 4 rd , 223 Remington, each bid is for 1 mag, shipping is a flat $8 for 1 mag or all of them, we can ship these straight to your house

 

[tansinator]

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I just used the velcro method and Eagle stock pack to raise the comb on my hunting rig and couldn't be happier. It feels solid as a rock when I shoulder the rifle.

Eddie