Tikka vs. Sako; caliber questions...

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My question is, are the Sako's worth the extra $$$ over the Tikka's? Same Factory, same match barrels. What am I getting from Sako that I don't get from Tikka? Is the integrated key really worth the 50% price hike?

The other part is a caliber question.

Is there an all inclusive caliber that does everything? I'm trying to find a caliber that I'm happy with, I'm all but settled in on the .243, but it's not enough to do Elk. Should I forget the concept of 1 rifle fits all, and just get a light caliber (.243) and a heavy caliber (something along the lines of 300Win)... Or Should I get a 30-06 and call it a day?

I like the 243 because it's flat, little recoil, and if you shoot something relatively small, it won't make it into a red mist, there will be still something left to eat. But the downside is that Bambi better not be too big, or else you'll have problems taking it down.

The 308 is great, but it doesn't have the versatility of a 30-06. Also, I don't see it making the grade for something the size of Elk either, and so the games it can take, I'm thinking a .243 can as well.

The .270 seems to be getting my attention. Thoughts?? Big enough for big game or no?

Feedback Please!!
Thanks!
Albert
 
A few weeks ago I traded in a Tikka Whitetail Hunter in .223 and bought a Sako 75 in the same caliber. I decided to go get the Sako because unlike Tikka it offers an action size specific to the smaller caliber. Or at least that's what I told myself, the real reason is probably the spectacular piece of figured walnut on the Sako. Always a sucker for a pretty piece of wood.

Here are the advantages of the Sako over the Tikka IMHO

-all metal,
-five action sizes instead of two
-larger magazine,
-ability to top feed single rounds,
-ability to open action while safety is on
-better trigger system but only slightly,
-better metal and wood finish,
-more streamlined reciever.

I have no experience with the Key Concept because it does not come on the A1 receiver.

Unfortunately, weather and business commitments have kept me from getting this rifle out to the range so I can't provide accuracy comparisions. The Tikka was very good keeping factory loads under an inch and handloads under 3/4"s.

Check out both rifles and determine whether these advantages are worth the extra price. I think Sako is making the best production rifles on the market today and that Tikka is the best value -- heads and shoulders above current American production in the same price ranges.
 
I haven't tried a Sako, the local guy here only has Tikka's but maybe I'll ask. I will go ahead and assume that all the goodies that Tikka has like the Land O' Lake buttered action carries over to the Sako? The opening of the action when the safety is on, is worth the money I think. I'd like th have the safety on and still be able to check the action. Top loading is a great feature also...

Thanks. Let us know when you take the Sako out for a spin.

Albert
 
Does anyone know of any aftermarker work that would allow the Tikka action to be cycled while safe? Sounds like the only down side to a very buyable arm... Also - are their scope rings rediculously expensive?

Thanks,
 
Trying to pick one caliber for "all purpose" is like trying to pick one utinsil for all you meals. Any one may work but it will never be ideal. Personally I would get a .243 (maybe .260 Remington) and a 300 Win Mag. If I could pick 3 then it would be .243, 308Win and 338 Win Mag.
 
Found this information on the Beretta USA website. They now own Sako.

Main differences between the Sako and Tikka actions.......

Sako:
3 locking lugs
Bolt opening angle: 70 degrees
Mechanical ejector
Tapered dovetails for scope bases
4 action sizes


Tikka:
2 locking lugs
Bolt opening angle: 75 degree s
Active plunger ejector
Parallel integral dovetails for scope base s
2 action sizes
 
I'm also considering the Sako 75 in 30-06, I believe that this is the ideal all around caliber for most North American game. Certainly it is not always the perfect tool for the job but if the shot placement is there and you are using high quality bullets, the game should go down reliably. I like the fact that the Sako has a 3 locking lug bolt and a mechanical ejector over the Tikka.
 
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