Which Bore Guide??

[Lavadog0311]

I'm new to the 6.5 Creedmoor game, and I'm getting mixed information on the web. I have a tikka t3x tac a1 and after searching the web and this forum, I can't seem to find what I'm looking for. Which bore guide will work for my rifle? I understand this a newb question, my apologies. Any feedback and or links is much appreciated!

 

[Afkirby]

Sinclair makes a bore guide for the tikka actions, make sure you get the right one for your caliber

 

[Badfinger]

Try a Lucas Bore Guide, they're all I use now.

 

[Lavadog0311]

Can I ask how much the Lucas guides go for? Looks like you just send an email order?

 

[Badfinger]

The last one I bought in 2015 was $65.95 and that was for the bore guide and rod guide insert.

I almost forgot, e-mail him first for current pricing and cleaning rod size you'll be using with the guide.

Order from:
Mike Lucas

225 Browns River Road
Lexington, SC 29072
email: lucasmjb@windstream.net

 

[MACHTECH]

Possum Hollow makes really nice guides as well.

Todd

 

[Lavadog0311]

Thanks for the feedback fellas! I've checked out Sinclair and Possum hollow, but I'm embarrassed to say I couldn't find the correct size/caliber. Another Question for you: as far as jags go, do you go with the correct caliber or one size down to compensate for the patch?

 

[Badfinger]

Correct caliber

 

[MtnCreek]

Thanks for the feedback fellas! I've checked out Sinclair and Possum hollow, but I'm embarrassed to say I couldn't find the correct size/caliber. Another Question for you: as far as jags go, do you go with the correct caliber or one size down to compensate for the patch?

Depends on jag type. If using a pierce type, I use the jag correct for cal. If using a Parker hale, I use a much small jag. i.e. .22 jag for .264 bore.

 

[freedom71]

Agree on the Lucas bore guide. Absolutely top-notch! And Mike is great to work with.

 

[j741]

I went with the inexpensive route to get started. Tiptop Universal for $15. Think I may need to look in to the Lucas.

 

[Lavadog0311]

Great, thanks gents! I sent Mike an email yesterday.

 

[Lavadog0311]

Does anyone know if this is still the correct email address for Mike at Lucas bore guide? lucasmjb@windstream.net

 

[Silversides]

That’s it. Get your checkbook out. Lucas guides FTW. Unquestionably American made too.

 

[Badfinger]

That's the only one I have for him.

 

[6gunner]

I emailed Lucas about a week ago and haven't heard back. I have one of his bore guides for my Remington and now want one for my Tikka.

 

[Lavadog0311]

I emailed Lucas about a week ago and haven't heard back. I have one of his bore guides for my Remington and now wast one for my Tikka.

Same here. That's why I was wondering if the email was correct!

 

[Clownbuster]

I use Lucas. I have one for 308 family, WSM family and Rem Mag family and ordered each with extra inserts for Dewey Rod diameters from .22 to .30 cal.

 

[Gil P.]

Has anyone use a Bore Tech bore guide? George Gardner seems to like their jags.

 

[Sendit6.5]

Lucas are the best. He’s absolutely still in business. Be patient.

 

[A5scott]

I got one from Mike august 2017, took less than 2 weeks

Scott

 

[OzTRG]

Email appears correct. I just purchased two boreguides using lucasmjb@windstream.net my last correspondence with mike was 2 1/2 weeks ago. Great fella and easy to do business with. Great service too

 

[pineoak]

Another vote for Possum Hollow working very well. Get the solvent hole.

 

[6gunner]

Anyone know if Lucas is still in business? The lucasmjb@windstream.net email isn’t working.

 

[Crazyeddie46]

I’ve got a possum hollow for my 6.5. Works great

 

[PAYDIRT]

Anybody using a Dewey?

 

[mdmp5]

Anyone know if Lucas is still in business? The lucasmjb@windstream.net email isn’t working.

lucasmjb@windstream.net works. Just emailed with him last week

 

[stereo.pete]

Anybody using a Dewey?

I am, no issues here with it.

 

[flyright]

I've always used Lucas but he didn't make one for my SRS A1. Called Eric at Possum Hollow and he sent me one in a week. Another great guy to deal with and it's just as nice IMHO.

 

[snbyiggidy1]

I’ve got a possum hollow for my 6.5. Works great

Is this for a Tikka? What model number did you get or works with the 6.5? I have looked at Possums guide and was just not sure I am reading it correctly.

 

[Crazyeddie46]

I use a bore guide #4 on my 6.5. The action is a Templar action from ga. Here are all the guns the guide # 4 will fit.

 

[OzzyO20]

Ordered a Lucas for my new AI AT in 6.5 yesterday. The information listed on this page is still the correct information for Mike. My price shipped was $69.95.

 

[snbyiggidy1]

Did the same thing. He got eight back to me even though my email server kept saying the email was not delivered. Not sure what the issue was but mike was very prompt.

 

[skyrep]

Mike is no longer making his bore guide. Has health issues (heart). Spoke with him today, wanting for one of his bore guides for my Tikka.

 

[Clownbuster]

Mike is no longer making his bore guide. Has health issues (heart). Spoke with him today, wanting for one of his bore guides for my Tikka.

Dang...

 

[opus56]

I reached out to Mike yesterday and placed an order with him. So it seems whatever he was working through has been resolved.

 

[Tikka Tinker]

+1 for Possum Hollow
Just call his phone # listed on his website and he will eventually pick up. He will custom make a bore guide to whatever length you want for your particular rifle and caliber. As someone mentioned earlier, have him mill out a hole for solvent so the guide is 1 piece.

 

[skyrep]

I just got an email from Mike and he is again taking orders for His Bore Guide.
Send him an email and he will respond.

 

[opus56]

I just got an email from Mike and he is again taking orders for His Bore Guide.
Send him an email and he will respond.

Yup, responded to me right away.