I would much perfer a good kevlar or fiberglass based synthetic stock.

Tikka laminated stock vs synthetic. Things are rarely what they seem. The synthetics are better in every way. I know you said you already chose the synthetic and the posters were correct. Synthetic stocks which are plastics of various types do not draw in moisture expand or shrink.

Laminate rifle stocks are more elegant. Synthetic is an imprecise term meaning only fabricated non natural or artificial in common use. Many modern firearms are offered with plastic stocks synthetic stocks or stocks generously called composite these are often advertised as a benefit over walnut stocks or laminated hardwood stocks. Our helmick arms ultra light laminate stocks are actually lighter than the synthetic stock it comes.

Other features include a detachable 10 round mag a stainless steel bolt and a modular synthetic stock. Weather can change in minutes but the accuracy and performance of this rifle stands for years tikka t3x laminated stainless is a weather resistant sharp looking grey stock for the adventurous hunter. Most manufacturers don t accurately list their laminate rifle weights because of variations in wood density used in making a laminate stock. The better synthetic stocks like b and c mcmillan and hs are unaffected by weather and conditions.

The only reason to chose laminate over synthetic is cost. T3 laminated stainless withstands demanding weather conditions with a free floating stainless steel barrel that is cold hammer forged. Provides the adventurous hunter with weather resistance stability and pinpoint accuracy. The receiver bolt and bolt handle are all made of stainless steel providing even the most adventurous hunters with reliable stability and pinpoint accuracy.

Their stability in all conditions of heat cold and humidity ensures constant accuracy once the rifle has been properly zeroed to your chosen load. The only stock that i have ever had break other than an encore rifle stock was a laminated stock on a tikka t3 it split right down a glueline. The newer laminate stocks are better than older models and will resist changes and exposure the worst weather fairly well with minimal dimensional changes to affect poi. Tikka presently offers the t1x in two calibers 22 lr and 17 hmr with the former having a slightly higher twist rate than the latter.

They are typically 12 oz more. The laminates will be a little more weather resistant but not in the same league as even the cheapest tupperware stocks.

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