Tikka T3x Tac A1 LH - 6.5 Creedmoor - Best For Long Range?

A detailed unboxing, overview of features, accessories, function, and initial impressions of the Tikka T3x A1 LH in 6.5 Creed.
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[@camonly849]

This rifle is absolutely amazing! My dad recently purchased this rifle in 6.5 as well. Put a Vortex Razor HD Gen ii on it (amazing scope). Broke the rifle in and shot almost .5 moa out of the box. Granted I'm a decent shooter, but someone who knows what they're doing and can replicate great fundamentals will hold even tighter groups, I'm sure of it. At 460 yards the group was 3-3.5 inches. IMPORTANT NOTE!! IF YOU REGISTER YOUR TIKKA WITH THEM, THEY WILL SEND YOU AN ADDITIONAL MAGAZINE FOR FREE! DO IT, THEM SUCKERS ARE $100 IF YOU DONT.

[@user-gd7fx4jf5c]

Awesome review and I’ll be adding the T3X Tac A1 to my collection in the very near future 🤞

[@willieeverett8978]

As always another great video. Tikka is on my short list when I get my 6.5.

[@johnartysiewicz9161]

I waited a few months to get my Tikka T3x Tact 6.5 and it was well worth the wait. I took delivery a week ago and off to the range Easter morning with the Arkan cantilever mounted Vortex Strike Eagle 5-24 56mm and it is really smooth and a joy to shoot

[@dross1492]

Hammer forged barrel. Sako has modern equipment, however the skill of their engineering talent makes their barrels known for fantastic quality. Hammer forging is complex.

[@jerrygoshia843]

Wow. Great review. Seen a couple of videos, what great format. Just became subscriber. Oh nice Tikka. Good job.

[@paramounttactical]

Thanks Jerry! I appreciate you watching and I’m glad you subscribed. I look forward to seeing you in the comments often. -Gary

[@evanmackinnon2902]

Love the content man... As a left handed shooter I appreciate this more than words can describe!!!

[@paramounttactical]

Glad you liked it and I appreciate you watching. Hopefully you subscribed and I look forward to seeing you in the comments often. Also join in on our livestreams on Fridays at 7pm EST. Thanks, Gary

[@michaelhenn4124]

Great video Gary, love the new content. I have this rifle and really like it for all the reasons you mention. I adjusted my trigger down to the stop and estimate it’s about 2lbs, with a very nice break. My best groups are typically 1/3 MOA. Looking forward to stretching it out to 1200 in Long Range 2.

[@awad7391]

I got the ctr version sounds the same I got it to about 2 lbs

[@halfdollar86]

Keep it up. Your channel will blow up very soon. Very quality content.

[@paramounttactical]

Thanks man! I appreciate your consistent encouragement and support! Send me your contact info to [e-mail] and I’ll get some SWAG to ya. 👊🇺🇸

[@Skidz1818]

Super stoked about the savage extractor video! Savage needs to partner up with u cause everything you said about the 110 elite precision is spot on! Great video and info as always! Keep it up brother!

[@paramounttactical]

Thanks B! I’m probably a little too critical for them. LMAO! They don’t need to partner with anyone, they just need to fix their $hit!

[@xxHydroponicxx]

Thank you very much for the review!

[@paramounttactical]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching. Hopefully you subscribed and I look forward to seeing you in the comments often! -Gary

[@caseroj6020]

I own that exact rifle in 243 win and I purchased it precisely for the reasons you mentioned. It's light, it's accurate and it has minimal recoil. I also own the Tikka T3X Lite (not the superlite) in 6.5 Creedmoor. One thing I don't like about the superlite varieties is that the barrel heats up really fast. After three shots you start to get flyers on the target. But I guess that's the price you have to pay for an easy to carry rifle. Thanks for sharing!

[@rickdavis7141]

ya can't really ask for a more consistent trigger pull. Great review and told me more about this than most other reviews. So yes ya earned a new subscriber. I might have to buy myself one for my birthday in September. Thanks for a great review.

[@paramounttactical]

Hey thanks for the kind words and appreciate you watching! We have a two on close out. Beautiful rifles but we decided to only carry MPA rifles going forward so we have the last two we have in stock heavily discounted. Thanks, Gary paramounttactical.com/product/tikka-t3x-tac-a1/

[@ronaldnocita1106]

Thank you for your videos. Impressive and valuable information. Excellent guide for novice and experienced shooters.

[@paramounttactical]

Thanks for the kind words and encouragement! Hopefully you subscribed and I look forward to seeing you in the comments regularly!

[@ronaldnocita1106]

@@paramounttactical absolutely I’ve already started to look for a Tikka but the 338 lapua is so expensive.

[@mountainskyaerialphotograp3921]

I just got mine a couple of weeks ago. Just finished the barrel break in and I can tell you that my group was less than 1/2 MOA at 100 yards. The groups will tighten up! The action is as smooth as any 3-4k custom. This is my second Tikka, my other one is a .300 WSM T3 for hunting and the same thing with it. Butter smooth action and great accuracy. I am waiting on my new Arken 6-25x50 FFP which should be here the fiirst of next month. Overall, I am very pleased with the Tikka T3X A1 Tac!

[@paramounttactical]

That’s a great report! I appreciate you contributing to the convo and sharing your experience! Hopefully you subscribed and I hope to see you in the comments regularly. Let me know what you think of that Arken when you get some miles on it! Thanks, Gary

[@jeffguy3868]

Excellent review and I own a few Tikkas they are an excellent rifle also a new subscriber great content

[@paramounttactical]

Thanks for watching and subscribing! I look forward to seeing you in the comments often! Thanks, Gary

[@josephprocopio2930]

really like your channel,perfect infos,greetings from germany

[@paramounttactical]

Thank you! Hope to see you in the comments often! -Gary

[@rascalmatt6713]

Bought one in 2018. Super, super, super accurate right out of the box. Originally i had a Steiner T5xi 5-25x56 with SCR reticle on it. First time i tried to hit a milk jug at 1,000 yards i used the holds at 18x. I aimed at a clay pigeon in the burm and my DOPE was high so i adjusted my hold and literally hit the jug on the very first shot. Crazy. That was at a range, deep in the forest in GA. I have since moved out to the desert about 3+ yrs ago. Since moving here, i have learned how to shoot in the wind. Totally different experience compared to GA. Way, way harder. Now i have a NF ATACR 7-35x56 with Mil-XT reticle on the Tikka. Just a Totally Awesome optic all the way around... including that reticle. I have hit a soda can at 1,006 yards in 3 shots. I have hit a soda can at 1,380 yards in 14 shots in a 15mph 90 degree cross wind and horrible mirage. I have made all kinds of crazy, difficult shots with the Tikka Tac A1. I cannot recommend it highly enough. Mine is 6.5CM. Don't let the haters dissuade you from the caliber. It is a tremendous caliber. The most recent awesome thing i did... which was not to long ago... was i decided to go for a 5 shot group at 750 yards across a valley and i kid you not... 0.477 MOA or 3.58". I was astonished at how i did... first and only attempt as well. The videos of both soda can hits and the 5 shot, sub 1/2 MOA group at 750 yards are all posted to Long Range Shooters of Utah. I was going to start a channel and put it on as many social media platforms as made sense... but the BLM recently shut down the area i have been shooting the last 3 yrs so i'm really not sure what i'm going to do now. I'm a former US Army Ranger.... i was going to cover some combat medicine... long range shooting... a few reviews of things i like and use in the tactical realm.... but now i may just can all that since my shooting area is no more. Let me also say this... Because the Tikka Tac A1 was so awesome... i purchased a Tikka T3x Super Varmint in 6.5 PRC. The accuracy is nowhere near as awesome as the Tac A1. best i got with 3 different kinds of ammo was 1MOA with Norma Golden Target, which was the slowest of the 3. The whole point of the PRC is that it should shoot about 200 fps faster than a CM, "in theory". Mine wasn't doing that. After all, Tikka's are notoriously "SLOW" shooters. I decided to put "lipstick on a pig" and literally purchased a $1.5k MDT ACC Premier chassis. The accuracy.... well, it didn't improve. So for ALL of you thinking you'll just tinker with the T3X.... go for it... but the Tac A1 with it's heavy ass, rock solid chassis... is where it's at for accurately shooting in the prone or bench... personally, i like shooting in the prone... as i would in the field. If you want PRS balance for obstacles... knock yourself out and get a chassis. I will continue putting lipstick on a pig since i'm going to use this new PRC as my hunting rifle and i'll be getting a Proof Carbon Fiber barrel for it. That should improve accuracy AND speed. I also have to say that i hate the fluted bolt on the Super Varmint. It's wobbly and sloppy feeling. The Tac A1 is rock fucking solid and smooth as silk. I tend to think a wobbly bolt like that may affect accuracy negatively.

[@justinnakatsuka7813]

Thanks Gary. I'm planning on getting one of these. I have a Savage 110 Precision that I'm selling after a year strictly because I hate the bolt so much. I even replaced my bolt body with a PTG, which got rid of slop but did not fix the catching and jamming that occurs when trying to cycle a new round.

[@chachirumbles7986]

I'm about to do the same for the exact same reason - the Savage shoots really well but the bolt is frustrating.

[@redrock425]

Just subscribed. One of the best Tac A1 overview videos. Just bought one and learnt a few useful tips. A video on cleaning, preparing, set up of your new rifle for first use would be handy for new owners. Lots of bad practices out there! Looking forward to more of your content.

[@paramounttactical]

Red, thanks and thanks for watching! I got you covered on those videos. Go through our videos, we have videos on cleaning and scope mounting among others. I’m glad to have you on board and look forward to seeing you in the comments often! Thanks, Gary

[@redrock425]

@@paramounttactical Will do, thanks. I'm not new to shooting but I am new to "proper" rifles. Always looking to learn!

[@paramounttactical]

@@redrock425 well if you have any questions, let me know. Whether it’s on here or my email [e-mail]. Happy Independence Day for the greatest nation on earth! 🇺🇸👊

[@lexjones2038]

Love Tikka, I actually purchased a T3x lite to use the action for my build, the trigger spring is easy to adjust and easy to upgrade for around $20 with shipping for a new spring. I went with a lighter spring and now have no intentions to do anything further to it.

[@MrMeandi13]

I have a Tikka 308 light stainless great gun. Might need a limbsaver though.

[@John-no3ie]

Solid review 👌

[@Chevy2U]

As I posted before, an excellent LR. Every brand of ammo shoots under MOA - no bull. Only 2 minor negatives: (1) the included rail is 0 MOA, (2) metal to metal contact when the stock is folded leaving a scrape mark. By far the smoothest operation of components when compared to other off the shelf LRs. Your client will be not be disappointed.

[@petevegas3274]

I don’t understand rail MOAs. What’s the difference between a 0 MOA rail and a 20 or 30 MOA rail

[@hughb5092]

A stunningly accurate gun. Best rifle I've ever owned.

[@phendrix9476]

Excellent video despite the “near death” experience at 15:43. Hahaha! Likely buying one of these this weekend. The video helped so thanks for that.

[@paramounttactical]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching! If you haven’t, I recommend watching my review on the MPA PMR Pro II. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpe5Y52FqduZr7s Happy Thanksgiving! -Gary

[@shooterscott]

It is an extremely good gun! Love mine

[@AznTacticalWI]

I love your channel!!! I own Accu-Tac's, Savage Elite Precision and Tikka TAC A1. Yes TAC A1 is butter smooth BUT the barrel is 150fps slower than my Savage using factory ammo. Savage is shooting better groups too for handloads. Just wished my Savage was Tikka smooth!

[@paramounttactical]

Thanks brother!! I’m glad you’re enjoying it. Let me know if you have any video suggestions. Always looking for new ideas! -Gary

[@johnwalsh7070]

Great videos! Just found your channel and really like the content and your honest assessments. So after fixing the Savage, would you choose the Savage or the Tikka?? Keep up the good work and thank you for your service!

[@paramounttactical]

John, thanks for watching! I'm glad you found us. If its functioning correctly, the Savage offers more but it all depends on what you're using it for. If it's an entry competition gun, Savage is a better choice. If you want a really accurate gun for long range hunting or hunting in general but also go shoot some longe range recreationaly... the Tikka is probably a better choice. Thanks, Gary

[@johndaria1081]

Damn, I only have so much funding to go around, gotta keep an eye out for this rifle. Gotta save up for the long range classes as well

[@joe74ta1]

I have had my (LEFT HAND) t3xtaca1 for over a year now and I have never loved a gun so much in my life. You can buy a trigger spring mod on eBay that starts at a constant one lb pull. Mine is a 6.5 creedmoor and I have shot a 24" x 24" steel target at one mile with ease. GO the lefty.😉

[@paramounttactical]

Thanks for watching Joe! I appreciate you sharing your experience with your rifle as well. Hopefully you subscribed and I look forward to seeing you in the comments often! -Gary

[@michaelcolorado6107]

I have no idea why your channel isn’t blowing up, but I’ll see what I can do to help. You are spot on with your recommendations and it’s obvious you have real world experience. Great editing, sound and all in all very well made videos. My only suggestion would be to include a teaser video of shooting the Tikka, if you are planning on making a longer video next. Basically, just add in a short snippet of the next video so people want to subscribe and come back. God bless & take care, Michael Kallevik

[@paramounttactical]

Thank you Michael! I appreciate the words of encouragement and advice. That’s a great idea. While we’ve had the channel for a couple of years I’ve only just recently got serious about making content for it a few months ago. Basically in 3 months we’ve gone from ~ 100 subscribers to almost 2K now. Sure, I’d like to have 100 times that but after researching, I see there’s channels (with really great content uploaded every week) and see people talking in forums that have a hundred or so after a year or two. So, while I’m not satisfied, I’m thankful for the success we move had. I also think the gun hate at YT likely plays a role. Almost every video is labeled “limited monetization” due to the firearms content. If they limit monetization then it only makes sense the algorithm limits the exposure. But... that’s the field we play on and I knew that going in. Again, thanks for the kind words and I greatly appreciate your support. -Gary

[@michaelcolorado6107]

@@paramounttactical Wow, I can’t believe I just found you. You’ve been around for a few years? That’s just crazy considering how often I search for new content. KZbin limiting monetization is frustrating and complete “BS” if we’re being honest. Is it safe to say you won’t be able to retire with the $$’s generated from your videos. Lol. . I ended up purchasing a 6.5 Tikka over the Savage, but I am considering purchasing the Savage in .338 lapua. Unless, you know of a better “out of the box” pcr. Thank you for responding and thank you for quality content. Michael Kallevik

[@paramounttactical]

@@michaelcolorado6107 I’d say in reality, we’ve been around for about 3 months. I posted a quick snippet here and there (like 1 - 2 times a year) before that. Regarding a rifle, it’s a good question... both the Savage and the Tikka are compromises in different areas. The Tikka’s action and cycling is much better but the chassis and modularity of the Savage are better than the Tikka. The Savage definitely has the greatest potential but the slightly sloppy action (which causes feeding issues) and the incessant failure to extract and eject is almost unforgivable. The fact that those issues have been ongoing for years and Savage undoubtedly knows about it and has ignored them and the countless customers reaching out about those issues is infuriating. I just got an aftermarket “enhancement kit” that supposedly makes it cycle like it’s supposed to and I’ll be doing a video on it in the next few days. If that $25 fix does indeed fix it, I might let the issue go. If it doesn’t, this channel is going to become very hostile toward Savage. Lmao... I don’t think that’s an actual answer to your question was it? 😂

[@michaelcolorado6107]

@@paramounttactical Lol, you answered my question. I’ll wait on the .338 Savage until after your extraction upgrade kit. Thank you again for your response!

[@bovver6092]

@@paramounttactical so did that kit ever fix the ejection issues on the Savage?

[@andysinn8655]

I am a proud Tikka owner and have shot the gun your showing and I can say in the right hands that gun can put bullets in the same hole.Lots of money but for a long range gun it will perform amazing as with all Tikkas.I shot my buddy's 6.5 and my first 3 shots were in the same hole

[@paramounttactical]

It is a hell of a rifle straight out of the box! Thanks for watching! -Gary

[@benjoa151]

The trigger pull can be reduced by swapping out the adjustable spring that controls the weight of the trigger, my tac’s trigger now has a 1lb pull on it, the spring came from Australia via eBay, just look for Tikka replacement trigger springs, the cost to the UK was £14 total including the shipping, It’s made a huge difference.

[@paramounttactical]

That’s good to know! It was a client’s that let us use it for the overview, so I didn’t get to do surgery on it like I wanted to. Thanks for watching. I hope to see you in the comments often! -Gary

[@bovver6092]

My .308 didn’t come with muzzle brake but it came with picatinny mount for bipod.

[@bwiesman]

I have the LH version in 308 and consistently shooting 6-10” groups at 1000 (video on my site of it also). Great review!!!

[@88omarz]

How would you say the weight is for holding for some time?

[@bwiesman]

@@88omarz It’s really heavy, I wouldn’t want to hunt with it unless I was posted up in a nice position like those hunting towers, definitely not a tree stand or a walk through the woods gun. For that I’d recommend their Hunter in 308

[@88omarz]

@@bwiesman thanks

[@WarlordX7]

I want to get this for my first gun ever. I never owned any gun, but I've always wanted a rifle like this.

[@paramounttactical]

I would recommend the MPA PMR Pro II over this rifle. They’re about the same price but you’re getting ALOT more rifle for the money. Heres my review on them. The Best Long Range Rifles Just Got Better - Masterpiece Arms All New And Improved Rifles and Action kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoGnlYCIf5aZbMU

[@WarlordX7]

@@paramounttactical thank you for the recommendation. I'll check out the video.

[@davecollins6113]

Can't complain about mine, mags are expensive, but so is shooting. Only get one mag with it in Canada. I looked at building, modifying and all sorts of options, this gun makes a lot of sense with the thought they put into it. Didn't have to buy stuff from 5 different places and then assemble it, all I needed were a scope, rings, a sling and a bag rider, and I put an Arca rail on it. That's about as easy as it gets.

[@paramounttactical]

Agreed. It’s an extremely accurate rifle that doesn’t require mods out of the box to make it user friendly. It is a great value and rifle that is hard to beat! Thanks for sharing your experience and watching! I hope to see you in the comments often! -Gary

[@nojoy7238]

this gun looks 🔥

[@halfdollar86]

I have this rifle. I really love it. With that said I would not be surprised if the Savage ends up being the better shooter. My tikka is accurate. The barrel is slow on it. It has sped up some with round count. The action is great, as is all Tikka actions. The overall quality of the rifle is really nice. My trigger will adjust down way below what it is supposed to. I’ve had it as low as 1lb. It’s a super great factory trigger. A 1 lb double stage is feather Light on that last stage. So I have it at about 1.5 lbs now. All in all I really like the rifle. With that said, it don’t shoot any better than my RPR, or my Savages. But it is the nicest rifle out of them in my opinion.

[@paramounttactical]

That’s good insight. I appreciate you sharing. I’m surprised you’re getting better accuracy out of the RPR. Every RPR I’ve either shot (we have one in .308 and many clients have shown up to courses with them) they’ve all been consistently good shooters but hover around .75 MOA. So I’m surprised at your results compared to the Savage ans T3. I also HATE the adjustable stock the RPR. The Magpul PRS fixes that but you shouldn’t have to buy an aftermarket to replace an insufficient component. Have you replaced your Savage extractor? Have you had issues with the Savage cycling?

[@halfdollar86]

@@paramounttactical. I will be honest. I was never a fan of The RPR before I owned one. I honestly swore I would never own one. I’m almost def not a fan boy of them now either. The only reason I own one is because I stumbled up on a 6cm one when they were trying to fire sell them on clearance. I got it for 750 out the door. I thought heck why not. I’ll try it, if I don’t like it I’ll sell it. I too hate the stock on them. I replaced it with an Magpul prs gen3. I now have the RPR stock on an Ar15 setup for precision shooting. I replaced the trigger with a Timney. Ever single part I bought was on sale by a good margin including the rifle. I took it home and shot some factory ammo and it too was about 3/4 -1 MOA. Then I tried some 108 eld m hand loads. Same results. About 3/4. Then I tried 105 bthp and was about 3/4-1 MOA. I was about ready to just sell it and move on. Then a buddy gave me some 107smk and told me to try them. 🤩 I’m glad I did. It changed that rifle. It turned it a 1/2 MOA on a bad day rifle. And if you are shooting good a 1/3 MOA rifle. I was shocked. My savages have always shot good. They are just shooters. They have making barrels figured out In my opinion. Most every Savage I have owned does suffer from weak ejection though. I’ve just had such good results in the accuracy dept with them that I’m willing to look past those issues.

[@paramounttactical]

@@halfdollar86 phhh... a 1/3 MOA rifle under a K?! It’s a like a sore Peter... hard to beat.😂 I’ve never seen one in 6mm creed in person. I’m glad you’ve had good luck with it!

[@rascalmatt6713]

I've hit soda cans at 1,006 and 1,380 yds with my Tac A1 and had a 5 shot group of 0.477 MOA at 750 yards across a windy valley. It was the 1st and only attempt at doing that. All of that with factory ammo. I'd take the Tac A1 over ANYTHING ELSE. ... .PERIOD.

[@zorandjekic7441]

Tikka is perfect rifle

[@russnurse2b807]

I'm just seeing this now 11 months later. Great review!! Thank you for your service. I absolutely love this rifle. I'm left handed but I've always shot with a right handed rifle, it let's me keep the rifle steady and keep my line of sight. The one thing I noticed is you didn't put any antisieze on the barrel for the barrel protector, I'm curious why(because it's only a thread proctor)? I always put it on before I put on a break or a suppressor.

[@rlsullivan85]

I’m looking at purchasing this rifle, I am also left handed. Did you stay with a right handed rifle? I’m considering RH as long as I can flip the check riser around. Any suggestions?

[@russnurse2b807]

@@rlsullivan85 yes. I always shoot with a right handed rifle. I grew up with no money and everyone else is right handed in my family. so I was always having to adapt. I think it makes me a better shooter. I'm sure you can rotate it but you should go to your local bass pro and check. When I looked at it in the store I didn't have any problem using the cheek riser the way it was, but that might just be me. I'd be interested in knowing how it turns out for you. Good luck!

[@rlsullivan85]

@@russnurse2b807 I have no experience with a bolt action rifle, I thought I would prefer shooting left handed and working the bolt with my right, now I’m not so sure about it. Am I more likely to mess up my sight picture using my right hand to work the bolt action? I’m use to using the pistol grip on an ar to hold the stock tight to my shoulder pocket, and I thought I would do the same with the tikka. What is your experience with that?

[@russnurse2b807]

@@rlsullivan85 that's exactly how I do it. I work the bolt with my right hand while I use my left to keep the butt on my shoulder, keep my cheek weld, and keep my field of vision/line of sight so I don't constantly have to adjust. If you watch videos of someone who is right handed shoot they are constantly moving their head and loosing their sight picture. Shooters who are left handed that shoot left handed tend to do the same thing. What I used to see as a disadvantage when I was a kid has turned into an advantage for me. You mentioned you don't have experience with bolt action rifles. I would also suggest next time you go to the riffle range see if someone there will let you shoot theirs. I think you will find you enjoy it. I didn't change the cheek rest but you could probably turn it around. Let me know how it goes and what happens.

[@rlsullivan85]

@@russnurse2b807 thanks for commenting back, I actually found a new LH today, they only had the coyote brown but that’s fine with me. Not my first choice but I don’t hate it. I guess it’s all going to come down to personal preference. Hopefully I don’t regret going with the left hand model. Now I have to do some research on a nice scope. I’m all ears if you have any recommendations.

[@Smalls2296]

Hello Sir, Just wanted to know what size specs and company did you use for the cleaning products? Cleaning rod, bore guide, patches, jags and brushes? Thank you and keep up the great videos!

[@paramounttactical]

Scott, thanks for watching! I have a video “How To Clean Your Rifle... The Right Way” kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zZimx8rLuXibc Watch that and if you still have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out. We carry the products I recommend on our website but I think you’ll get a lot of value out of the video. Thanks, Gary

[@rmichaelzachary8574]

Tikka T3 needs AICS mags as standard. FN forged chrome lined barrels would seal the deal. Better choice in firearm finishes with mandatory teflon coated polished/lapped bolts must be standard offerings. 6.5 Creedmoor not my first choice, but there has always been a fad cartridge getting love. Hornady does load some great rounds for it, if you can afford them. Generally, I think that 6.5 is best covered by 6.5x55 or 6.5x55AI with modern loadings in modern rifles (but if you have an old Mauser and feed it factory 6.5 or load taking into account older metallurgy you're doing fine even with a small ring pre 98). Yes, it gives magnum ballistics for minimal recoil. Despite not delivering the same energy as a magnum, 6.5s are more than adequate within 700M. Barrel life is a concern if you load 6.5s too hot, but the 6.5x55 & 6.5 Creed generally don't experience the barrel burning more powerful 6.5s do. Keep loads in the 2700 - 2900 FPS range and you'll be fine. That being all said, in this age of an artificial ammo and reloading component shortage, most shooters and hunters are better off with a .308 Win. The Tikka T3 for a "budget action" is a fantastic action. Smooth, strong, reliable, well designed (except it can't be top loaded). In my personal ranking of pushfeeds available to most shooters, I rank 1). Tikka T3 2). Remington 700 3). Howa 1500/Weatherby Vanguard. I avoid cheaper and cruder actions like those offered by Savage and the Ruger American. American production (under license?) of Tikka T3s with similar aftermarket support such as the Remington 700 has would crown this rifle as the 21st century "Rifleman's rifle". It's potentially that good. Beretta just needs to get the word out and get the T3 out of ruts which involve such dead-ends as proprietary magazines. Maybe a venerable American gun manufacturer might consider licensing quality production of Tikka T3s: is it time for a Remington Model 800 yet?

[@152mediamarketing6]

Which rifle would you go for the tikka or the savage??

[@clintontipton5958]

I bought the savage a 2k wasn't happy felt like a 500 dollar gun in a nice chassis sold it bought the tac A1 no complaints and 100 bucks less than the savage

[@frankm81m82]

Would have preferred a 20 MOA rail, comes with 0 MOA

[@richardheadrick4064]

What are the barrel specs for this gun in 308? I'm looking for a SS 24" mid weight bbl.

[@arvidolson8100]

I'm pretty sure you can get a single spring to lower the trigger pull to under 1 pound. One of the best triggers in the Industry. My t1x trigger is almost as good...

[@marklloyd4153]

They are great . Awesome company. I have one I’m bringing to you to fit a scope and pimp it out for my friends to use .

[@ervie60]

Tikka barrels are cold hammer forged: no tooling marks on the inside. Only dirt or imperfections on the mandrel form as negatives in the barrel.

[@paramounttactical]

I realize that but all cold hammer forged are not equal and when I say tooling marks regarding a hammer forged barrel that’s what I mean. I do think saying looking for “imperfections” due to the process is probably more accurate verbiage even if somewhat semantical. During the editing process I still laugh at myself at all the weird things I say while filming and have to cut out or do a retake at the stupid stuff that comes out of my mouth. When that blinking light on the camera comes on, I’m pretty sure my brain cuts down to about 5% processing speed. Trust me, I’m my biggest critic but always appreciate constructive criticism. From better, more concise explanations to all the audio / video / lighting and editing I’m always working to make improvements and appreciate feedback. Thanks for watching. Hopefully you subscribed and I look forward to seeing you in the comments often. Thanks, Gary

[@ervie60]

@@paramounttactical Fair enough mate! :) Tikka uses the same machines for barrel making as Sako, (quality) said I think. Let me ad that the latest generarion of cold hammer forging machines (all Austrian made btw) also form the chamber so total run out ( eccentricity) of the whole action system is determined by the mandril. Not sure what Sako/Tikka cold hammered forging machine generation uses.

[@jasonfernandez5770]

I think I narrowed my list to the Ruger precision rifle, Savage 110 elite (even with having to buy an extractor), and this tikka in 6.5 creedmoor...which would you recommend? Leaning towards the tikka at the moment

[@paramounttactical]

Either the Tikka or Savage. Check out my FIX video for the 110. Just buying an extractor won’t fix it. You have to bevel the original ejector . Thanks for watching! -Gary

[@TheBassPlugs]

What are the loops behind the bolt there for?

[@arvidolson8100]

Teflon coating on the bolt I believe

[@gregscott2563]

Little more than an RPR how does it compare overall though? Good tech video.

[@paramounttactical]

Greg, It's what the RPR should be. The terrible stock the RPR comes with gives me real heartburn at how poorly it's designed (I have one as a student gun). You pretty much have to buy a replacement aftermarket stock for it IMO so that's another $200 I would immediately add to the cost. There is literally nothing I don't like about the Tikka. Everything feels premium on it and the action is probably the best production action I've ran, although the Bergara is either a tie or a close second to the Tikka's action, but the Bergara isn't nearly as nice overall. If I had a choice between the two I'd go with the Tikka 10 out of 10 times. Guns are long term the extra money spent will be long forgotten... buyers remorse to save a few bucks is also long term. You know what they say... Buy once, cry once! Hope that helps. Thanks for watching, hope to see you around regularly! - Gary

[@Sopeth]

Just brought this rifle (my first gun ever)in the non defective issue (LH) haha. what’s your thought on breaking in a barrel? Would love to see a video of that on how you do it and what’s your process

[@paramounttactical]

“Break in” is nonsense. You can shoot until your groups open up then clean. That will happen sooner on a newer rifle. It’s different for every rifle. Shoot 30-50 rds or when groups open up then clean following the instructions on my cleaning video. Thanks for watching! -Gary

[@Sopeth]

@@paramounttactical thanks Gary! Good to hear because a new shoot such as myself will have no clue. The company that I just brought the rifle off said to clean it after every shot for the first 5 rounds and then every 5 rounds clean it until the 50 mark. Thanks for your advice mate. Keep up the videos from Aus 👍🏼

[@user-pr9ls4xu1j]

Nice “device”. Thinking to buy , but tikka t3A1 or Sako S20? Which one better? Thanks for video

[@paramounttactical]

Out of those I’d go with the Tikka T3. Check out my video on the Masterpiece Arms PMR Pro II. Thanks for watching! -Gary

[@user-pr9ls4xu1j]

@@paramounttactical Dear Gary, thanks for clear answer. Will be watch all your videos. Seems need to buy also Tikka T3 A1

[@Coemgenus618]

Sir, when I arrived at your video for this review, I thought that I would receive an objective opinion on this rifle. Instead, I was demeaned by your comments of left handed shooters. I thought that this would be a safe space to be informed! Your mean comments about Savage was uncalled for (Stress Card presented here)...Just kidding bro. Great job, I love my left handed Tikka. I know that I wasn't going wrong since I already owned two other Tikkas in different calibers. FYI - I attended my first Long Range shooting class in PA this past weekend. I noted that when getting down to the last two or three rounds in the mag, the tip of the rounds would orient themselves nose down resulting in a failure to feed. this occurred on every unmodified factory mag. (I've already sent a comment to Beretta regarding this issue.) The mags are expensive. Sniper Hide has a thread for a fix to this issue. I will remedy this prior to my next outing. Nice review overall, I really appreciated it. Cheers

[@paramounttactical]

Thanks Kevin and even though you’re sensitive we appreciate you sharing your feelings. Im sure your extra sensitivity has to do with you being a left handed weirdo but that’s not your fault. I’m sorry my words hurt you. Please email us a picture of doll with you pointing to exactly where those words hurt you the most. Thank you for watching! -Gary

[@MrSebiliano]

I ordered a left-handed one over two months ago...still waiting for it :(

[@Devanzo321]

Did u get it already?? If not I hope u get it soon

[@victoreem2]

I ordered LH CTR in december, should arrive this month 😅

[@KevinWood44]

Forgive my ignorance on this, I know you do some custom builds but this being a stock rifle why would a customer have it shipped to you? Is it just bc you are an FFL? Or do you do something to the rifle before sending it along to the client? Im asking bc I plan on ordering this rifle - Thank you

[@paramounttactical]

We sold this rifle to a client. That was back when we sold production rifles. When it comes to bolt action rifles we currently only carry and sell Masterpiece Arms but we will still occasionally review other rifles that interest us. If you’re considering a Tikka, I would recommend you watch our review on the MPA PMR Pro II. It was removed by KZbin but I’ll link the video below to our Rumble channel. We have several other videos on MPA here as well. The Tikka is great but for a few dollars more you can get an MPA which is exponentially a better rifle. Here’s the MPA review. rumble.com/v26rh26-definitive-review-masterpiece-arms-pmr-pro-ii-best-long-range-precision-rif.html Thanks for watching! -Gary

[@bobbymoss6160]

Hahahha, Savage getting shade on every video about that bolt release.

[@beardedshooter9540]

I got my tikka 6 months ago and only got 1 mag. UK based, seems to be USA that gets the two mags 😓

[@rascalmatt6713]

Got 3 with the promotion.

[@dericknavarropaiva9632]

Hi, I’m in a little doubt about buying the Tikka or to build my own rifle. The price for the Tikka after taxes is around $2400 and for a little more I can probably build a really nice rifle. I would be mainlyusing for benchrest shooting. Any thoughts or advice ? I had a savage axis precision and the bolt action on that gun was very stiff hence the reason me wanting to build my own. Thank you

[@paramounttactical]

Yes, I would highly advise you go with a Masterpiece Arms. With MPA you’d be getting 3x the rifle for about the same price. Here’s a review I did on Rumble. I have several more videos about them here on YT as well. rumble.com/v26rh26-definitive-review-masterpiece-arms-pmr-pro-ii-best-long-range-precision-rif.html

[@dericknavarropaiva9632]

@@paramounttactical Thank you very much. Your content is very helpful and informative

[@Ruan.F]

Which is better, tikka T3x Tac A1 or Savage 110 Elite Precision ?

[@paramounttactical]

Depends on what you’re going to do with them. I think the overall build quality is probably better on the Tikka. It’s lighter and a better all purpose precision rifle. If you’re thinking of getting into competition or PRS, probably Savage is better. I would recommend the Masterpiece Arms MPR Pro II over both… by a long shot. I just did a review on it a few days ago. You should check that out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpe5Y52FqduZr7s Thanks for watching. -Gary We sell MPA and also have a Tikka in stock and we just put it in on sale. Given the quality and performance, I think we’re only going to sell Masterpiece Arms rifles going forward.

[@Ruan.F]

@@paramounttactical Ok, thank you very much for your attention friend, a hug from Brazil.

[@paramounttactical]

@@Ruan.F 👊🇺🇸

[@paul.aragon]

Is there anything else in the sub $2500 range that you would recommend over this Tikka?

[@paramounttactical]

We have 2 Tikka T3X on our site as close outs, really cheap. They’re great guns but the #1 rifle I’d recommend under $2500… by a long shot is the MPA PMR Pro II. Nothing is close to quality and performance at that price point. Here’s my recent full review on these. After I got to test that rifle, there was no point in carrying or recommending anything else. We’ll continued to do reviews on rifles but we’ll be carrying MPA rifles exclusively. If you end up with questions on them don’t hesitate to call the business line on our website and we can discuss. Thanks for watching! -Gary kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpe5Y52FqduZr7s

[@brandonyoung7760]

What do you think between this and a Sako S20?

[@paramounttactical]

I’d suggest an MPA PMR Pro over both. The Best Long Range Rifles Just Got Better - Masterpiece Arms All New And Improved Rifles and Action kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoGnlYCIf5aZbMU

[@dunkinsdad1762]

Would you change anything to make this an even better long range rifle? Barrel speed is a little slower than I thought, would you recommend any specific barrel to help with that or leave as is. Also haven’t figured out best bipod yet. Any thought there?

[@paramounttactical]

Ed, low MV seems to be common with these. How many rounds do you have through it? I’d never consider changing out a barrel until I have at least 500 or so rounds through it. After that if you’re not getting the velocities and accuracy that you want, it’s not going to improve. But... before ~500 rds, there’s still a chance to see improvement. If you haven’t seen my bipod comparison video, here’s the link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5-piYx-fteshpI In short... Accu-Tac. I recommend either the SR5 QD or if size and weight isn’t a major consideration, the FC5. The FC5 is far and away the best bipod I’ve ever used. But the SR5 isn’t far behind. If you’d like to order any of those from us go to paramounttactical.com/product-category/long-range-accessories/

[@Skidz1818]

Get a ACCU-TAC FC-4 G2 Arca Spec F-Class Bipod! I got one mostly due to Garys recommendation and it is every bit as good as he says! Worth every $

[@dunkinsdad1762]

@@paramounttactical I have about 1,000 rounds through the factory barrel. MV around 2650 with 140 grain Hornady Match 6.5 measured at the Sig Academy.

[@paramounttactical]

@@dunkinsdad1762 what kind of accuracy are you getting? Have you switched ammo? If you’ve done all the troubleshooting and feel it’s the barrel, you can’t go wrong with Hawk Hill Custom, Bartlein, and several others. I just don’t know if they make barrels that are prefer for the T3x.

[@paramounttactical]

@@dunkinsdad1762 after a little research, if I was in your shoes I’d give these guys a try. criterionbarrels.com/products/prefits/tikka-pre-fit-barrel/?v=00dc5da36527

[@Pilottoproperties]

Can you get a vertical grip for this ?

[@rascalmatt6713]

Yes, as a matter of fact, you can.

[@alexfabozzi2059]

After several hundred rounds do all types and hand loads. I can’t get better than 1.5” groups with my 308. Man it’s frustrating. It should be better

[@paramounttactical]

It should be. Yours is just straight up a bad one brother. I have several clients getting 1/2 MOA or better with commercial match grade. Commercial ammo is so competitive now that if you’re not getting 1MOA or better after maybe 2 or 3 different reputable brands it’s the gun. Contact Tikka and hopefully they take care of you. Thanks, Gary

[@user-vq5ef9hm6d]

What’s the name of rifle rest

[@MrMeandi13]

Tikka best bang for buck!

[@paramounttactical]

Ehhh… MPA PMR Pro I & II best bang for buck by far.

[@MrMeandi13]

@@paramounttactical I will look into that.

[@morrislopez9905]

Wow I want that gun 😆

[@paramounttactical]

Then you need to watch this review. This rifle is A LOT better. rumble.com/v26rh26-definitive-review-masterpiece-arms-pmr-pro-ii-best-long-range-precision-rif.html Thanks for watching! -Gary

[@TexasTrained]

Im not saying the Tika TX3 Tac is a bad rifle.It does have a Small Bolt.And compared to the Savage 11 Elite Id have to go with Savage. And in shooting Extreme Long Range I have yet to see even 1 Tika at a Match. Ive seen many Savage Rifles.

[@paramounttactical]

I don’t disagree with any of that. I do think the quality of the Tika is a little better and I do think the Tika could do anything the 110 could do but the 110 is setup better for competition. Regardless, the MPA PMR Pro is a much better rifle than both. If you haven’t checked out my review on the Masterpiece Arms PMR Pro II, you should. Thanks for watching! -Gary kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpe5Y52FqduZr7s

[@Caku974]

How much does that barrel weigh ? Anyone ?

[@mikejoeinc.1478]

Does it have 20 M O A score rail

[@perpelle]

No. You buy a 20moa spuhr scope mount instead.

[@JohnDoe-hu9ve]

If we could get TIKKA to start making their products in calibers relevant from this century I would probably go back to them. 6.5 Manbun and 223 aren't exactly what you would call cutting edge. How about a 6mm CM or even 6XC for the tac stuff and 6.5PRC in hunting guns....

[@paramounttactical]

Check out my more recent review on the MPA PMR Pro II. I’ll think you’ll find what you’re looking for. Thanks for watching. -Gary kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpe5Y52FqduZr7s

[@scotts24d]

Why is it so hard to buy a Tikka T3x Tac A1 Coyote Brown 6.5 CM 24" Barrel im in calif & cant find one to buy ☹️

[@paramounttactical]

Don’t buy a Tikka. If you’d like 4X the quality and performance for about the same money, buy a masterpiece arms PMR Pro II. I have plenty of videos on them.

[@scotts24d]

Thank you i will look into it i hope & Pray i can buy a Rifle that soots my needs for first time buyer of a long range firearm 👍

[@rlsullivan85]

I’m looking to purchase this rifle and had 1 question before pulling the trigger on the sale. I am a left handed shooter, but I’m looking to buy a RH rifle, my only concern was being able to flip the cheek riser so it’s positioned for a left handed shooter. Does anyone know if it’s possible or how easy it is to do? Once it’s on the left side it will most likely stay there the entire time I own the rifle, so if it takes some time to flip it that’s fine, because it will probably be a one and done thing

[@paramounttactical]

Ryan, just checked. You can indeed. It takes literally 20 seconds. If you’re looking to purchase we just got 2 in stock. Hope that helps.-Gary

[@rlsullivan85]

@@paramounttactical what’s the wait time on a left hand t3x a1? I think I’m going to hold off for 1 to come in stock

[@paramounttactical]

@@rlsullivan85 don’t know. I’ll check to see what’s available and get back to you.

[@paramounttactical]

No distributors currently have them in stock but I’ll keep a eye out for them. Might check gunbroker. They may have them on there. Thanks, Gary

[@JM_BoltActionGunStuff]

Yeah the trigger is way too heavy for real target shooting. I change YODAVE spring in it and now on half way weight it is perfect. Also here in Finland we pay way more for the rifle and get only one mag with it.

[@NUKAxXxCOLA]

What's the Gun Vise called that he is using?

[@paramounttactical]

The gun vise I’m using here is the Tipton. They have two different ones and that is the nicer more expensive version. I have the cheaper one too… the nicer one is definitely worth the extra money. Thanks for watching. -Gary

[@NUKAxXxCOLA]

@@paramounttactical Cheers. Looks really robust, that's why it caught my eye. Thank you for the reply.

[@paramounttactical]

@@NUKAxXxCOLA it is and has a lot of well engineered and useful features. I’ve owned several different types and brands over the years and it by far is the best. Thanks, Gary

[@Bourbon-Canted-Ky-Windage]

So, if you fold the stock and have a 24" barrel, does that make a snub nose rifle?.....................................................................J/K!!

[@paramounttactical]

It does

[@ddw63]

No tooling marks cause the barrel is cold hammered with mandrel.

[@paramounttactical]

Ok… you do realize that a cold hammer forged barrel is machined extensively? It is drilled and reemed prior to the cold forging. Tooling marks can and often are introduced to the bore by the hammer forging process and if the mandrel either has foreign material on it, is worn, or defective can also produce tooling marks. Forged barrels are neither free of tooling or tooling marks. The chamber is also machined…

[@MemoryLaneCinema]

Only one mag in my country :/.

[@paramounttactical]

Which country is that?

[@MemoryLaneCinema]

@@paramounttactical Norway. Have to pay for an extra mag. Nor did we get a two stage trigger. Many others did.

[@paramounttactical]

@@MemoryLaneCinema ridiculous. I'm in Australia right now and they have similar asinine gun laws. I feel for ya. I appreciate you watching. If you make it to the DC area you'll have to come do some shooting with us! Cheers, Gary

[@MemoryLaneCinema]

@@paramounttactical Thanks Gary. Well. I am one of those who are pro strict gun laws ;). In Norway most men have military background cause it is mandatory. Then we have knowledge and respect when it comes to weapons. To get a weapon here you must either be a hunter or sport shooter. Even then it is hard to obtain a weapon. Takes ages to get an application approved due to checks. Bolt rifles are allowed. Not even semis. You are shaking your head now :). Just different cultures. I know that this is a hot and sensitive topic in the US.

[@silentbob7984]

Canadians get hosed, we only get 1 mag.

[@paramounttactical]

It’s worse than that… you have Trudeau. 😂 Thanks for watching. Hopefully you subscribed and I hope to see you in the comments often! -Gary

[@Jaygorski]

Take your wedding ring off when you're handling someone's brand new rifle.

[@paramounttactical]

How about no. What a fucking dumb comment.

[@Jaygorski]

@@paramounttactical that's the problem with people like you, no respect for other people's property.

[@Jaygorski]

Or wear gloves.

[@paramounttactical]

🙄😂 just so you know... you’re “that guy”. You just won the YT stupidest comment award. Thanks for stopping by.

[@Jaygorski]

@@paramounttactical so what's wrong with protecting a customers rifle finish by covering your rings while handling their rifle?

[@paramounttactical]

@@Jaygorski oh there’s nothing wrong with it. I’ve just been handling rifles at professional level for almost 20 yrs and not once have I marred a finish with my wedding ring. I just love having complete novices like you providing solutions to problems that don’t exist🤡. Don’t you think if that was a problem that it would be a self-remedying one? Don’t you think if i marred a client’s gun with a ring that I would not wear it going forward? Or do think I mar client’s guns all the time or intermittently with my ring but my response is “fuck it... it ain’t mine”? I just find it hilarious how people with little or no experience suddenly have life changing epiphanies while watching a YT video on how to do something that the video creator does for a living day in and day out and feel an irresistible need to provide coaching tips. How do I know that you’re a novice? Because a professional with real experience wouldn’t point to a problem that isn’t there. Next time take advantage of experience and simply ask “why do you wear a ring, couldn’t it mar a gun?”. You’ll learn a lot more and generally be more successful by not going through life as a know-it-all. Instead of being humble or intentionally receptive while watching my videos (or other professionals in a field), feel free to parse through them and sharpshoot any and everything else you can find that you disagree with. I’m sure we’ll both be better for it. 🙄

[@Hellvoisin]

Shittttty expensive Sako mag

[@paramounttactical]

They are expensive but there was nothing shitty about them. And... they give you two. I was shocked at their price tag though. But they fed well and ran like butter. I do appreciate you watching and hope to see your colorful impressions in the comments often! Thanks, Gary

[@Hellvoisin]

@@paramounttactical Wait till you use them extensively. Weak spring, the bullet will start dipping down. I have a trg 6.5 and a tac a1 and the mags are the weak point on those platform...

[@paramounttactical]

@@Hellvoisin that’s fair as I don’t have long term experience with them. I appreciate you sharing that info and will look into it further! 🇺🇸

[@ridetillidieharleyyamaha4063]

Just got mine in 308 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽and it come with picatinny on the bottom, im in australia though 🤷‍♂️