Which rifle - pros & cons?
10-14-2012, 05:29 PM
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Nontypical Buck
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Location: VA
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Which rifle - pros & cons?
Would like it to be stainless & synthetic. Looking at .243, .25-06, or .270.
Winchester M70 Extreme Weather SS
Sako 85 Synthetic Stainless or Finnlight
Tikka T3 Lite Stainless
Ruger M77 Hawkeye All Weather
Any other good ones I should consider?
Winchester M70 Extreme Weather SS
Sako 85 Synthetic Stainless or Finnlight
Tikka T3 Lite Stainless
Ruger M77 Hawkeye All Weather
Any other good ones I should consider?
10-14-2012, 06:21 PM
#2
Typical Buck
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: West TN
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Yes all of the above! 
Of those only on your list, if this will be the only rifle you have, the Finnlite 270will be the most quality & most useful caliber of the 3 listed.
The Sako Finnlite is a $&@? fine rifle!
HL
Of those only on your list, if this will be the only rifle you have, the Finnlite 270will be the most quality & most useful caliber of the 3 listed.
The Sako Finnlite is a $&@? fine rifle!
HL
10-14-2012, 06:25 PM
#3
Nontypical Buck
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I bought a new FN made Winchester M70 Extreme Weather in 270 last year and topped it with a Zeiss Conquest. I like the way the rifle feels....and it doesn't shoot too shabby either.
Specifically, the Bell & Carlson synthetic stock has an aluminum bedding block and feels much better(stiffer) than most factory "tupperware" stocks. The Pachmyr recoil pad works very well. The barrel is free floated. The M.O.A. trigger system seems pretty darn crisp and light....not quite as light as the Tikka T3's I have been around but plenty good for hunting. I found a pic of a target I shot last year with it. As you can see the rifle shoots the cheap, 130 grain Federal Powershok's very well. I was hoping the 140 grain Hornady Superformance would be accurate but I have yet to find a 270 that would shoot them to my liking.
Specifically, the Bell & Carlson synthetic stock has an aluminum bedding block and feels much better(stiffer) than most factory "tupperware" stocks. The Pachmyr recoil pad works very well. The barrel is free floated. The M.O.A. trigger system seems pretty darn crisp and light....not quite as light as the Tikka T3's I have been around but plenty good for hunting. I found a pic of a target I shot last year with it. As you can see the rifle shoots the cheap, 130 grain Federal Powershok's very well. I was hoping the 140 grain Hornady Superformance would be accurate but I have yet to find a 270 that would shoot them to my liking.
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10-15-2012, 08:00 AM
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Nontypical Buck
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Any of the ones you mentioned will get the job done. It's all about ergonomics, feel and performance. I like the Sako's the best, but they are pricey compared to the others on your list. Additionally, Browning X-Bolts are nice and well made. I guess it boils down to your hunting style / needs and $.
10-15-2012, 08:11 AM
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Nontypical Buck
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I was going to suggest he check out a Browning X-bolt/A-bolt stainless stanker but you beat me to it.
Any of the ones you mentioned will get the job done. It's all about ergonomics, feel and performance. I like the Sako's the best, but they are pricey compared to the others on your list. Additionally, Browning X-Bolts are nice and well made. I guess it boils down to your hunting style / needs and $.
10-15-2012, 10:37 AM
#7
Spike
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25-06 Flater shooting, slightly less recoil have used one for years. I have never had a deer or antelope that it left standing. Just returned from Wyoming where I hunted with another guy from Iowa he also used a 25-06 his went down first shot. Over the years it has become my go to gun.
10-15-2012, 03:50 PM
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Spike
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Picking a Tikka over a Sako is literally like saying a Toyota is a better car than a Lexus.
Don't get me wrong, I LOVE my T3 Lite stainless .308, but it sure as shoot'n ain't no Sako.
Out of your list, the Winchester and the Sako are both on top in regards to fit, finish, accuracy, and overall awesomeness.
Don't get me wrong, I LOVE my T3 Lite stainless .308, but it sure as shoot'n ain't no Sako.
Out of your list, the Winchester and the Sako are both on top in regards to fit, finish, accuracy, and overall awesomeness.