I think your source of information may mean that the 308 or 6.5x55 may be an inherently more accurate cartridge....may or may not be. Every rifle is different, and the Tikkas have a reputation for great accuracy. Go with the 30-06 as you want, for the versatility of that great cartridge.
Posts: 20086 | Location: Very NW NJ up in the Mountains | Registered: 14 June 2009
In theory the .308 and 6.5 may be more accurate then the 30.06. But unless you shooting bench rest rifles, it unlikely you will ever notice the difference.
Posts: 3034 | Location: Colorado | Registered: 01 July 2010
Originally posted by Biebs: Go with the 30-06 as you want, for the versatility of that great cartridge.
I ordered a SS in 30.06 today and will keep my fingers crossed for its accuracy
It was a gunsmith that told me about the problem, but I believe it's some of his costumers that has told him that it could be be a problem with the 30.06, and this will then be based on inherited accuracy
Yesterday I did the first shots with my new T3 Varmint, first I wanted my preferred hunting bullet to go well and the Barnes TTSX 168 grain did well with 57 grain URP behind and gave 878 m/s – 2880 f/s, It was pretty windy yesterday so I’ll do another test when there is no wind
