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Stopped by the LG on the way home today and they had a Tikka M595 whitetail hunter--blued metal--plastic stock--Swift 4-12 scope and original box. It is a 7-08. Looks nearly new. Had it priced $550 out the door. Good rifle? Good deal? don't really need a 7-08 but could be talked into it.
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They are very good rifles. IMO better than the current offering from Tikka. I have a 695 in .25-06 that I love. They ARE heavier than the current offering but, I believe they are better quality. That's not a bad price either.
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595 SA...695 LA precedes the T3's
About 1# heavier...same Sako barrel...
Same great trigger..magazines will not exchange with T3
595/695 mags are scarce & pricey....if its still there..
buy it...put a better scope & rings & use it..great rifle !
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Much prefer these to the T3 strictly on feel and aesthetics. That's a good all around gun that you can use for nearly anything in the lower 48 and not feel bad about beating it up.
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Stopped by the LG on the way home today and they had a Tikka M595 whitetail hunter--blued metal--plastic stock--Swift 4-12 scope and original box. It is a 7-08. Looks nearly new. Had it priced $550 out the door. Good rifle? Good deal? don't really need a 7-08 but could be talked into it.
Coach Coach, if you decide you do not want it, I would appreciate a shot at it. Thanks, and good luck. Great rifles.
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Had one - sold it. Handled and shot pretty good, but is noticeably heavier than the T3 I replaced it with.
Had the LA version as well, in 280 Rem. Sold it, too....
Still have a 595 wood stocked walking varminter in 22-250. Shoots great.
The 595/695 series rifles are wonderful quality - the bolt action is smoother than most any other standard rifle you will run across.
I'd suggest handling it a bit before you plunk down the cash for it. If you can get past the weight, they are a nice rifle.
Regards,
Tom
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