Sako vs Tikka

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wildnorthern

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Earlier I asked about sako vs kimber and have agreed the sako seems like the better buy. I am now wondering what the difference is between the tikka and sako and if it justifies 2x the cost?
 
Have you ever shot a 870 Wingmaster and an 870 Express? You would not think the same company made them both.
The Sako's are just finished a little better in every way.
for hunting, you'll never know the difference. One thing you will notice is how far superior they are to any: Browning, Savage, Remington, Winchester, Howa, Weatherby, T/C, etc.
Carl
 
I know many here like Tikka's. I also know the T3's shoot well. I also know I can't stand the sight of one. Just me. For what it's worth, the other things I don't like about them is the lack of bottom metal. Plastic magazines, floor plates, and trigger guards just don't turn me on. Neither does the fact that they have non-integral recoil lugs.....2MG
 
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I know many here like Tikka's. I also know the T3's shoot well. I also know I can't stand the sight of one. Just me. For what it's worth, the other things I don't like about them is the lack of bottom metal. Plastic magazines, floor plates, and trigger guards just don't turn me on. Neither does the fact that they have non-integral recoil lugs.....2MG



2MG,
I'll triple ditto that one. Its not just you, there are two of us. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grinning-smiley-003.gif
 
I suggest to save the $$$ by going with a Tikka and buy some nice glass to go with it with the cash you saved. You won't regret your choice.
 
I have or had both newer and older versions of both Sako and Tikka.

At this time I have 5 Tikkas (which 4 are T3's) and 2 sako 75's.

Sako are better in every aspect except accuracy. They are equal there.

stronger built
better materials
better craftsmanship
more appealing look
higher price........ /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif
 
Everytime you pull out your new Tikka, look at this, and then tell me you don't regret it.....

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Sako rifles have a one-piece bolt, and a better extractor. The Tikka has a 2-piece, with a plastic bolt shroud (seen more than one broken one). Sakos have metal floor plates,trigger guards, and magazines. Sako offers 5 different action sizes, so the action is caliber specific, not having to use an oversized action for a shorter cartridge. Tikka uses 3 different actions. Sako guarantees 5 shots in an inch at 100y, Tikka guarantees 3 shots in the same inch at 100.

Also one of the major differences is the scope rings. Tikkas are 1-piece aluminum, fitted to their groove. Sako rings are steel, and are screwed to the solid steel Opti-lock bases-one of the best systems in the industry that I have ever used.

As you might imagine, resale value of the Tikka is nowhere near the resale of the Sako.

With that said, both rifles wear hammer-forged barrels, and are extremely accurate. Lighten up the trigger on a T3 and strap a nice piece of glass on it, and you have a very accurate rifle.

Hope this helps.

M22
 
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I have a tikka T3 lite in .22-250. I have a 4.5-14x leupold vari-x III atop it and I must say it is one of the most fun to shoot rifles I have owned. The gun is very light and is good for setting up multiple stands within one section. That is where the heavy barreled rifles cause me to lose interest. I'm very pleased with this sub-moa rifle.
 
Too much plastic on the Tikkas for me...I own 3 Finn Lites and a regular Sako 75...All three shoot better than I can and are as high a quality firearm you will find...
 
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As you might imagine, resale value of the Tikka is nowhere near the resale of the Sako.

With that said, both rifles wear hammer-forged barrels, and are extremely accurate. Lighten up the trigger on a T3 and strap a nice piece of glass on it, and you have a very accurate rifle.

Hope this helps.

M22



The retail price of the Tikka is nowhere near the retail price of a Sako which helps to explain the re-sale difference.

I have long been a fan of Sako until they introduced the Model 75 action. If you compare it to the earlier versions in any size, the Model 75 is a dressed down action and a cost accountant's imitation of the older actions.

I looked hard at a Sako 75 when they first came out and did not buy because of rifle appearance and feel. In contrast, I have bought several Tikkas in the past 5 years and all have been excellent shooters. I don't expect them to compare exactly with a rifle that sells for about twice the price, but I've never felt cheated when I buy a Tikka. And the triggers have been great on all of them with no adjustment needed.

I will continue to buy good used pre-75 Model Sakos when I find them - which isn't often - but I have no desire to own one of the current Sakos. And where I live, the price of a used older Sako in good condition will rival the price of the newer Model 75, again if you're lucky enough to find a used one on the shelf anywhere.

Feel free to fire away....

JMO - BCB
 
Sako is just a higher grade of Tikka. Tikka was made to be affordable to those than can't afford a Sako. The items most of you speak of are just the shortcuts to keep the price down. I have them both and my Tikka is a real shooter.
 
i almost bought a tikka and then decided to go with a model 16cfss savage in 243 win. the savage i soooooo accurate that looks didn't matter any more and the price was a little less than the tikka. just something to consider. I have a friend who shoots less than 1/2 inch groups @ 100yds consistently out his model 12 savage in 22-250.I do like the looks of the tikka though. good luck whatever you go with.
 
Hi, I have a tikka T3 lite 270 wsm and I love it it fells good and pounds the coyotes right down just my input.
Z.House
P.S. those are both great guns
 


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