Tikka T3x Superlite 6.5 Creedmoor

[mhazime]

HI, I recently picked up a Tikka T3x Superlite 6.5 Creedmoor that I plan on using for a elk hunt in November in Montana. I have been practicing with and was planning on using a Savage Model 11 Trophy Hunter 6.5 Creedmoor but I have had so many problems with it I decided to upgrade to the Tikka.

I need a recommendation on a good scope for the Tikka. I don't want to spend a arm and a leg (this trip is already costing a ton) but something I can rely on and be comfortable with for a elk hunt in Montana. The Savage has the Nikon BDC 3-9x40 reticle. I thought about just using that and moving it to the Tikka but wasn't sure. So many options on scopes but don't really want to spend more than 500$ on a scope if I need to buy one. Thoughts?

 

[PNWGATOR]

SWFA 6x or 3-9x with Milquad mil/mil reticle in Sportsmatch TO84 rings.

 

[Loper]

If it were me, I’d get some good rings, stick with the Nikon for this season and keep shots within 300 yards. I’d save some more money and buy a really good scope next season.

 

[mhazime]

SWFA 6x or 3-9x with Milquad mil/mil reticle in Sportsmatch TO84 rings.

Just found some info on this on another site specific to the T3x. Thanks for this. Any specific thoughts on the 6x versus 3-9x?

 

[PNWGATOR]

Both of the scopes I recommended above will do everything important a scope must do. Hold zero, dial reliably and return to zero. The reticle is also VERY useable. Both are below your price point. They’re both on ‘back order’, so I recommend back ordering ASAP or find a used one. Neither would require an upgrade down the road.

The 6x is the easy button. Simple. The 3-9x is a fantastic hunting scope as well.

 

[mhazime]

If it were me, I’d get some good rings, stick with the Nikon for this season and keep shots within 300 yards. I’d save some more money and buy a really good scope next season.

I know that probably is the right decision. One of these things where I don't know if I will be able to do another trip like this next year. Hence since I am so invested this year, I want to do everything I can to set myself up for success. Plus I am kind of annoyed with the Savage causing me so many problems, I have now learned not to go cheap so if I have to spend the extra buck I will.

 

[mhazime]

Both of the scopes I recommended above will do everything important a scope must do. Hold zero, dial reliably and return to zero. The reticle is also VERY useable. Both are below your price point. They’re both on ‘back order’, so I recommend back ordering ASAP or find a used one. Neither would require an upgrade down the road.

The 6x is the easy button. Simple. The 3-9x is a fantastic hunting scope as well.

Here is the link for the 6x. https://www.swfa.com/swfa-ss-6x42-tactical-30mm-riflescope-3.html

The link for the 3-9x is showing at 599$?

SWFA 3-9x42 SS HD 30mm Riflescope

SWFA 3-9x42 SS HD 30mm Riflescope Details SKU: SS39X42MQ Finish: Matte Reticle: MIL-Quad Tube Diameter (mm): 30 Elevation Knob: Exposed Target (.1 MIL) Windage Knob: Exposed Target (.1 MIL) Parallax Setting: Fixed Focus Focal Plane: First

www.swfa.com

 

[thinhorn_AK]

SWFA 6x or 3-9x with Milquad mil/mil reticle in Sportsmatch TO84 rings.

That’s what I have….I almost never use it, in fact, I bet I havnt shot it for 2 years.

 

[morgaj1]

What problems have you had with the Savage?


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[mhazime]

That’s what I have….I almost never use it, in fact, I bet I havnt shot it for 2 years.

As you don't like the setup? scope? gun?

 

[Lxhuntinpa]

I have a vx3i 3.5-10x40 plex reticle on my 6.5. For me it’s a 300 yard gun. I don’t need to dial for that

 

[mhazime]

What problems have you had with the Savage?


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Ejection issues, misfire issues. Cant seem to get it to group. Sometimes I do and than I don't know what happens. Had someone I trust look at it and thought it would be good to send to the manufacturer for a look.

 

[SDHNTR]

Meopta Meopro 3-9. Best quality in the sub $500 class.

 

[Firestone]

Your gun love packing that thing in the mountains. It's so nice and light

 

[Tahoe1305]

Amazon.com : Vortex Optics Razor HD LH 2-10x40 SFP Riflescope HSR-4 MOA : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Vortex Optics Razor HD LH 2-10x40 SFP Riflescope HSR-4 MOA : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

find one of these. Can be found under $500. Could also opt for 1.5-8 variant for $450 on Amazon. Light. Good glass. Good reticle.

 

[philcox]

I run a Leupold 4.5-14x40 CDS/ZL with Talley Lightweight Low rings. Upgraded to a Mesa Precision Altitude stock. If I were to keep the standard stock, I would have used the Extra Low Talley Rings.

 

[thinhorn_AK]

As you don't like the setup? scope? gun?

I like it I just have other guns that get used more.

 

[Sadler]

Here is the link for the 6x. https://www.swfa.com/swfa-ss-6x42-tactical-30mm-riflescope-3.html

The link for the 3-9x is showing at 599$?

SWFA 3-9x42 SS HD 30mm Riflescope

SWFA 3-9x42 SS HD 30mm Riflescope Details SKU: SS39X42MQ Finish: Matte Reticle: MIL-Quad Tube Diameter (mm): 30 Elevation Knob: Exposed Target (.1 MIL) Windage Knob: Exposed Target (.1 MIL) Parallax Setting: Fixed Focus Focal Plane: First

www.swfa.com

I got lucky and picked up a used 3-9x42 tactical on eBay the other day for $400ish. I’d recommend checking there everyday in order to get one before fall. I called swfa and backordered another 3-9 and a fixed 6 and was told they wouldn’t be in stock until at least October.

 

[mhazime]

Thanks everyone. I ended up ordering a Vortex Viper 4-14x44 with a BDC. I ordered the sportsmatch rings for mounting.