I’ve been going through the same process and narrowed it down to the Vanguard and Tikka as well. 9. At $525, it’s one of the least expensive guns on this list, but the Venture II neither looks nor shoots like a “cheap” gun. Really strange for such a cheap rifle. Tikka, Weatherby close second. You can’t go wrong by purchasing any member of the 110 family, though. These guns are loaded with all sorts of clever engineering, including the groundbreaking AccuTrigger, Savage’s floating bolt head and a barrel nut that allows for very precise headspacing. The Vanguard will be heavier than the T3. We also talk about the changes in the Tikka T3 vs T3x. Leaning towards a Tikka … 4. 3) Weatherby Vanguard Sporter (I heard it's a Howa action and it's close to 8lbs), accuracy is guaranteed like the Tikka. 2) Tikka T3 Camo SS (I heard the magazine is plastic so longevity/durability is a question, I can't see a plastic mag lasting for 20+yrs), but I like the reviews and accuracy. All 4 make good rifles. MSRP: $975-$1,055; bergararifles.com. I do plan on buying an S2 in .257 weatherby but it will get a new stock and possibly trigger. The actions are a bit different if that matters to you. 3. 10. They will outshoot anything in and above their price range. Other stock-oriented rifles to consider: Bergara HMR. for the win and it is what will most likely be my next purchase and maybe even that caliber. Don't like the heavy rifles (think Weatherby Vanguard) and not fond of the ultra-lights - they're just too hard to shoot straight and generally cost a bundle more than I'm willing to spend. Georgia Star LB Jermaine Johnson Announces He's Transferring To... 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Over time, the Vanguard family has grown to include several models (including the new Synthetic Green version), and this is the least expensive way to harness the power of the various Weatherby magnum rounds. The T3x family has many models and variants, including tactical guns and classic wood-stocked versions, but the Cabela’s/Bass Pro Shops exclusive T3x Superlite Camo version (shown above) is a versatile hunting rifle that’s lightweight—around 6 pounds—accurate and affordable. These are Japanese rifles. Kimber promises sub-MOA accuracy from this gun, and it delivers. These guns weigh between 7.4 and 7.9 pounds, so they aren’t obtrusively heavy, yet they’ll match the accuracy of dedicated target rifles that cost much more. Marlin Dark SeriesWho doesn’t love a lever gun? Weatherby VANGUARD MODULAR CHASSIS. Privacy Policy   •   Contact Us   •   Warnings   •   FAQs   •  © 2020 National Rifle Association of America, Remington Model 700 American Hunter Rifle Project, Women On Target® Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. Hammer Women Of Distinction Award, Women's Wildlife Management / Conservation Scholarship, National Youth Shooting Sports Ambassadors, NRA Outstanding Achievement Youth Award Presented by Brownells, National Youth Shooting Sports Cooperative Program, Head to Head: .308 Winchester vs. .30-06 Springfield, #SundayGunday: Kimber Classic Select Grade, 2020 National Rifle Association of America. But that thing is … Big fan of Weatherby/Howa. The Weather Shield coating and polymer stock offer all-weather protection, and the Hogue panels on the stock ensure a solid hold and complete control, even when the gun is wet. Another one that you can throw into the mix is the Weatherby Vanguard. In addition to 6.5 PRC, the Patriot LR Hunter is available in 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win. Tuesday, December 1, 2020. The Tikka T3X Arctic is the rifle chosen by the Canadian Rangers, who operate in some pretty tough conditions — it was created specifically as a wilderness gun. The design of this cartridge was influenced and modified from the 6.5 Carcano and the .30 TC. Both rifles come with an accuracy guarantee. The Badlands version, shown above, is one of the Vanguard rifles that’s recently been made available in 6.5 PRC, too. Left-hand versions are available, and all come with a Picatinny rail for easy mounting of optics. Ruger American RifleRuger’s American Rifle deserves a top spot on any list of the best hunting rifles under $1,000. Tikka T3xTikka’s sleek bolt-action rifles set the standard for the modern budget bolt gun, and they continue to rank among the best bargains in the sub-$1,000 class, thanks to a long list of standard features and excellent accuracy. A review of the Tikka T3 Lite can be found on the Product Reviews page. The fit and finish, cycling and two-stage trigger feel like they were lifted from a more expensive gun, and most Vanguards will—with the right ammo—exceed their sub-MOA accuracy guarantee. The dual-lug bolt is equipped with a sliding plate extractor and coned bolt nose which helps ensure smooth cycling. Tikka. For a long range rifle I would only consider a tikka with the heavier varmint barrel which would also take care of some weight issues you might have with mitigating some recoil. The Vanguard as already stated is made by Howa of ***an to Weatherby specifications. Don’t know about the vanguard, I have a tikka and ruger American. Base screws are 6-48 X 1/4″ long. Member Joined Mar 2001; Posts 16720; EE 100% (27) USA. 2. There is so many after market parts out there that its too easy for you dress it up after a couple of years and have an almost like new rifle again. The 110 Classic, shown here, barely squeaks under the bar with an MSRP of $999, but it comes with a walnut stock that is adjustable for comb height and LOP and it blends traditional styling with modern amenities. I think you mean Tikka. Marlin’s Dark Series rifles are a great choice for hunters, and because these guns offer a long top rail for mounting an optic you can easily attach an extended eye relief scope or reflex sight to the rifle. Looks good, comes with a 1 MOA guarantee and a two-stage match trigger. I purchased a Vanguard 2 in 308 around 3 years ago for $350. It was to good of a deal to pass up, and I liked the action, but the price is what sold me. Bergara B-14 Wilderness RidgeBergara has been making barrels for some time, but today the company is best-known for their excellent bolt action hunting and target rifles. MSRP: $549-1,099; weatherby.com. Weatherby Vanguard 2, Tikka T3x or Ruger American- .308's, Watch: Justin Jefferson Surprises His Mom With Brand New Car For Christmas, It Looks Like LSU Center Liam Shanahan Is Coming Back Next Season After His Latest Tweet, LSU Fans Will Like This Tweet From 5-Star OT Target Tristan Leigh, Watch: LSU Releases Tribute Video For Steve Ensminger. Lots of nice $500 rifles out there right now. Tikka Weatherby Vanguard S2. The new CVA bolt gun is super impressive too. If you don’t know what all that means understand this: Savage’s bolt guns continue to produce accuracy results that challenges rival rifles costing much, much more. Tikka T3X Arctic. The Vanguard Sporter has a walnut stock. MSRP: $949; marlinfirearms.com. Here are the Top 5 Browning X Bolt Rifles: Browning X-Bolt Pro, Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Long Range, Browning X-Bolt Medallion, Browning X-Bolt Eclipse, Browning X-Bolt Hunter, Browning X-Bolt Stalker with a list of major features to compare them against one another. Thank you, Sean Trumpet. Everyone overlooks these. T/C fixed that on this model, and the new Venture II outcompetes guns costing four figures. All rights reserved. There are left-handed versions available, too. MSRP: $891; kimberamerica.com. I'd also give a very serious look at the Weatherby Vanguard-II's. They're cheaper SAKOs. Not surprisingly, accuracy is excellent. The Tikka's trigger is sweeet. The latter system allows tighter inletting, but the former is cheaper to produce. Looking for a good all-around hunting riffle. Tika is an excellent platform which has been based on the sako which is replicated by many; including nosler 48, howa m1500, s&w 1500, weatherby vanguard along with several others. The new B-14 Wilderness Ridge offers tons of great features like a Bergara barrel with Sniper Grey Cerakote finish, an Omni muzzle brake and a hand-painted SoftTouch camo stock. Right now, I've narrowed it down to two: the Kimber Hunter and the Tikka T3x stainless. This seems like a nice rifle. I have heard good things about both of these rifles, I think the Tikka's run a bit more. MSRP: $489-$789; ruger.com. 3. So swapping from hunting to rest platform very easy. Thompson/Center Venture IIThe original Venture was a good gun with a glaring flaw: it needed a better trigger. The Weatherby is drilled and tapped for conventional scope bases and will accept rings of any height, but they must be purchased separately. (yes it will kick like a mule) My budget was similar to yours on this rifle. All three are good, would put the Tikka ahead of the Ruger. I have two T3s, and sauer 100 and while the 100 is a great rile, tikka has the after market parts if you ever want to tinker with with your rifle. Mine shoots, and by all acounts others do as well. That vanguard is nice too and I like that it has the 2 stage trigger but the Tikka is nicer imo. I've never shot the S2 but if I were to buy a new rifle and shoot it without modifications I'd go with the Tikka. MSRP: $899-$949; tikka.fi. Shoulder a Weatherby ® Vanguard ... All Vanguard® rifles feature a specially-fit, low density recoil pad. Ring screws are 6-40 X 5/8″ long. I find these actions easily bedded with a simple butt drop. The Model 336 Dark Series in .30-30 is the archetypal woods rifle, but hunters in straight wall-only states should check out the Model 1895 Dark Series in .45-70. I'll preface this by saying all 3 will shoot great and if all you care about is a reliable rifle that shoots good, all 3 will easily accomplish that and you should get whichever one tickles your fancy. The entry-level model offers everything you need, but the recently introduced Hunter model (shown above) with adjustable Magpul stock is a very cool rifle for those who like hybrid hunting/target rifles. We got one in at Bowie and I thought it would be super mediocre but it's phenomenal for the price. Mag. Photo courtesy of Weatherby. EVERY Axis I shot was a true tack driver. I used to sight rifles for a bunch of folks for hunting season. Accuracy from the 5R rifled barrel is exceptional, and my test rifle delivered much smaller groups than the company’s 1-MOA guarentee. 6. The Howa 1500 is the exact same rifle as the Weatherby Vanguard, because Howa makes them for Weatherby. I you plan on modifying with a new stock I'd go with the S2, it seems easier to get accessories for it than the Tikka. However, at Weatherby you can order it in 30-06, 270 Win and others as a custom rifle (along with other options) for an additional $700.That's a total of $1700. I think I have it down to these three. Tikka T3X CTR / Tactical / Varmint. Savage Model 110 Tactical With AccuFit Weatherby Vanguard is a decent gun, no major issues with it, I just like the feel of the Tikka more. The Monte Carlo-style stock features a polymer exterior surface with grip-enhancing texturing, and the forearm is flat like a benchrest rifle and comes with dual sling studs. The light, crisp Feather Trigger makes accurate shooting easy, and Browning’s clever rotary magazine works extremely well. I don't believe a Howa 1500 is currently available in walnut, but last I saw it wasn't nearly as nice. These guns come with a two-position tang-mounted safety which is easy to reach and manipulate, but they’re also equipped with a manual bolt unlock button that allows the shooter to cycle the action with the safety engaged. tikka t3x SS SL. Have you looked at the Savage Axis? They're both pretty much the same price ($699 - &750). Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to get the latest updates on LSU Football and Recruiting. Cant go wrong with a Remington 700 .308. The venerable X-Bolt is also one of the lightest guns on this list: the Composite Stalker weighs between 6 and 7 pounds, depending upon caliber. 8. There are lots of chambering options, including the 350 Legend, so this gun is an ideal deer rifle for those who live in straight-wall-only states. For sub $600 rifles, I don't think you will go wrong with either, so it maybe just be a matter of personal preference. Kimber HunterThe Kimber 84 action utilizes a full-length claw extractor similar to the one found in Mauser’s 98 and Winchester’s Model 70 for absolute reliability. Introduced in 2007, the 6.5 Creedmoor rifle cartridge was made to ensure incredible precision for shooting accurately at long-range targets. The Bergara is available in a wide array of chamberings, including popular new rounds like the 6.5 and .300 PRCs and 28 Nosler. The three-position safety is a nice addition, allowing you to cycle the action with the safety engaged. The full diameter three-lug bolt promises a short bolt lift and smooth cycling, and the crisp Marksman Adjustable Trigger can be set between 3 and 5 pounds. Accuracy has more to do with the shooter and ammo than the rifle anymore. MSRP: $525; tcarms.com. The barrel on the Tikka is free floated, while the Weatherby's barrel is firmly bedded. 5. MSRPs hover around $1,000, but that’s a superb value for a buttoned-up hunting rifle like this one. up to .30-06 Springfield, and weigh between 5½ and 6 pounds, depending on chambering. The other day with my 270 I shot three back to back 5 shot groups all easily under 1" at 150 yards with three different loads. Discussion Starter • #1 • Dec 11, 2011. FLUTED BOLT BODY. Several models are also available in left-handed versions, too. Magnum and 9.3x62mm. The fit and finish, cycling and two-stage trigger feel like they were lifted from a more expensive gun, and most Vanguards will—with the right ammo—exceed their sub-MOA accuracy guarantee. Until recently, all Kimber rifles cost north of a $1,000, but the entry-level Hunter offers all that CRF goodness at a three-figure price-point. The other rifles tested were a Weatherby Vanguard Back Country, Winchester XPR, Mossberg Patriot, Nosler Model 48 Liberty, Savage Model 11/111 Lightweight Hunter, Tikka T3X Hunter, Ruger American All-Weather, Thompson/Center Compass and the Remington 783 Longitudinal flutes reduce weight and bearing surface area, while eliminating binding for smooth action. Also, Howa standard calibers have 22" barrels vs. a 24" on the Weatherby; you pick which one you prefer. But shockingly it's not available standard in 30-06 (or even 270 Win)! I just ordered the Tikka T3X Lite stainless in 300 WM for Alaska hunting. The company’s T3x rifles offer interchangeable grip modules, a steel recoil lug, a fully enclosed bolt shroud, and a light, clean trigger. Savage Model 10 GRS. The MSRP is $675 ($725 for WSM calibers), making the T3 Lite the most expensive of our budget rifles. Remington Model 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD. The Vanguard/Howa is by far the best all things considered, they do however have a shorter barrel. Copyright @2020 TigerDroppings.com. MSRP: $599-$999; savagearms.com. The Venture II’s muzzle is threaded, and overall weight is at or just below 7.5 pounds, depending on chambering. 5,287 Posts . I recently considered a .257WM in a Vanguard, but decided against it when I looked at ammo prices and soft-point rounds, for a box of 20, were $60+, name-brand projectiles were pushing $90. This post was edited on 10/14 at 10:01 am. Weatherby VanguardThe Weatherby Vanguard is a dual-lug, push-feed bolt-action that sets a very high standard in the $1,000 and under class. This rifle is 6.5 lbs without the scope. Browning doesn’t promise sub-MOA accuracy, but the X-Bolts I’ve reviewed all managed to do better than that and, with loads they like, I’ve had X-Bolts churn out three-shot groups around .75 inches at 100 yards. Weatherby Vanguard The Weatherby Vanguard is a dual-lug, push-feed bolt-action that sets a very high standard in the $1,000 and under class. In fact, the Ruger carries a starting MSRP less than half that, but as more and more hunters are learning, these rifles produce stellar accuracy. Lucky for you, there are lots of great hunting rifles that cost less than $1,000, all of which are capable of churning out groups under an inch with the right shooter and the right load. Patriot actions feature dual-lug, spiral fluted bolts and a two-position rocker-type safety. Weatherby Vanguard Series 2 Synthetic. Marlin is now in Ruger’s hands, which means its lever-action rifles will likely live on, with some technical and machining upgrades. I have a Ruger Precision Rifle in 6.5 CM for precision shooting and just general range stuff. Detailed side by side comparison of the Browning X-Bolt vs Tikka T3. Ruger has a nice bolt and barrel but I don’t like trigger as much as tikka so I dropped a timney trigger in it and it was an improvement. MSRP: $909-$999; browning.com. I have 4 of them. We can all agree it’s been a trying year, and as we approach the end of 2020, we think it’s high time to treat yourself to a new hunting rifle. Outdoor Life’s gun test is serious business. The Patriot LR Hunter I personally tested, chambered in 6.5 PRC, shot three bullets under an inch at 100 yards, making this affordable rifle worthy of a spot on our list. I dont know much about the Vanguard 2s but the Vanguards are good as well. If you are looking at the Weatherby, might as well look at the HOWA rifles too. Re: input needed tikka t3 lite or ruger american?? The modular synthetic stock of this gun has interchangeable pistol grips that let you modify the grip angle to allow for multiple shooting positions. 1. This technologically superior material significantly reduces felt recoil. Mossberg Patriot LR HunterMossberg’s new Patriot LR Hunter is one of the popular new breed of hybrid target/hunting rifles, and it comes with a fluted barrel with a threaded muzzle, aluminum pillar bedding, an LBA adjustable (2-7 lbs.) Among the rifles tested by Scoutlookweather was the Browning X-Bolt Hell’s Canyon Speed. The weight has been trimmed, but the Hunter is a feature-rich rifle with a match-grade chamber, durable synthetic stock, three-position wing safety and a factory trigger set between 3.5 and 4 pounds. Biggest difference I’ve seen is the Vanguard stock is a bit heavier which I love the solid feel of, but if you’re planning to do hunting out west or anything like that, it could get heavy. Both use a 7/64 Allen wrench. No scope base or rings are supplied. :wave: Tikka all the way But I believe the Vanguard can be had for less money now (Tikkas have gone up for good reason). Monstrum Tactical G2 6-24×50 is a high-quality scope for 6.5 Creedmoor AR-10 rifle that is a first focal plane rifle scope, which is a top choice among hunters and shooters. Tikkas use a different lead and throat system to enhance accuracy but loose substantial velocity in doing so. Having handled and shot both, I will buy more Tikkas. Regardless of which American rifle you choose, you won’t be disappointed. Hell now a days just the actions are worth $400.00, This post was edited on 10/14 at 10:20 am. Sabatti Urban Sniper. Like so many others on the list, the Tikka promises sub-MOA accuracy and it delivers. re: Weatherby Vanguard 2, Tikka T3x or Ruger American- .308's Posted by DownshiftAndFloorIt on 10/14/20 at 9:21 am to Cash I'll preface this by saying all 3 will shoot great and if all you care about is a reliable rifle that shoots good, all 3 will easily accomplish … Left-handed models are available, and there are also compact versions for shorter-statured hunters. bladed trigger and a Picatinny rail for easy optics installation. That is, to gather fair and objective data about which of 2016’s new guns are worth you spending your money on. Hole spacing dimensions on front mount and … Buy the Tikka, save the money you would've spend on the SAKO on a scope. Nothing wrong with the Ruger but I wouldn't group it with those two. I typically lean more towards tikka bc it’s lighter and stock is nicer. Posted: 8/28/2015 7:19:45 PM EST Weatherby Vanguard is Howa 07AMF. by Brad Fitzpatrick - 7. 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