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I owned my first 708 in 1990 and killed a few elk with it.
Didn't make a big impression on me and I preferred the 280.
Tikka, 708 in a long action.... Might as well get a Super Light in 270.
What's the difference in total length between a long action (.30-06 length) and a short action (.308 length)? P
Obey lawful commands. Video interactions. Hold bad cops accountable. Problem solved.
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Modern Tikkas are just like dennisinaz said. I have a 7-08 on a Sako Forrester action built by Shelby Custom Rifles many years ago. It has performed flawlessly on antelope and deer with various Noslers, Sierras, and Bergers. I have zero complaints about the cartridge but also rarely shoot it beyond 300 yards at game. A neighbor's wife has taken several really good bull elk with her Model 7 Rem actioned rifle in 7-08. She wonders why many of us shoot magnums for the same purpose.
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I've got a few sets of Talley's ready to go if you pull the trigger...
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I've got a few sets of Talley's ready to go if you pull the trigger... I got mine yesterday, thanks! P
Obey lawful commands. Video interactions. Hold bad cops accountable. Problem solved.
~Molɔ̀ːn Labé Skýla~
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Don't have a 7-08 but my tikka 06 is tack driver and the costumer service is excellent.
All of them do something better than the 30-06, but none of them do everything as well.
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I have a sako 85 in 7/08.... my favorite all round all game is my 7mm RM but I love the 7/08... it's a serious "client" for any game up to Dall Sheep at over 300 yds... especially with a 140 gr BT behind a strong load.... go with the Tikka and ad a McMillan when you get enough cash or go with a sako.
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Shot that exact recipe Sunday, most impressive accuracy and my first encounter with the Tikka action left me rethinking a model 700 build. 7mm-08 is a nice choice.
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