I have owned a T3 in .270, and still own a Sako 75 in 260. Any difference in accuracy was negligible. That said, the T3 just feels cheap in comparison, and wasn't for me. If you want a good hunting rifle at a reasonable price, the T3 is fine. If you want a Sako, get that. I have discovered I have a hang-up about synthetic stocks (my Accumark excluded), so that obviously influenced my decision. Just my personal preference.