I have a Tikka T3 Lite SS in 7mm-08. Two years and alot of shooting and not one problem. From the start I didn't like the factory rings and put a set Leupolds on it, problem solved. The magazine seems plenty sturdy enough to me. It's not pretty gun but it has served me well. I would say you'll pay anywhere from $550.00 to $650.00 depending on the options(ss/syn./wood/ect.). I also noticed that the lefty models seemed to go for more $$$, not sure if that holds true for other makes.