the Tikkas are on clearance right now and they ones they have for south paws are the .243, .270. 30-06. 7mm rem mag, 300 wsm, 270 wsm. I like my .270 but the only thing I have taken is a black bear with it but it is dead on at 100 yards with a 2x red dot scope. Does it kick yes but I believe my Rem .742 kicks pretty good in 30-06 as well. But I see tons of ammo for the 30-06 even in the .22 caliber range. No matter the ammo shortage there are always 30-06 shells on the shelves.
Originally Posted by
salukipv1
I remember being about that age and the 270 I shot kicked like a mule! I think I was 100-120lbs though.
If getting a tikka I think on a long action you should have a long action cartridge.
Do they chamber the 25-06? with 100gr bullet plenty lethal and pretty mild.
270,280, 30-06 also good options though, I favor the 270 over the 30-06 but that's just me.