Tikka M55 rifles

[micksis86]

Im looking at buying a Tikka M55 in 222 Remington and I'm wondering what these rifles are like is it a good action?
Any information or experience would be appreciated.

[PetahW]

Those early Tikka's are VERY good rifles, if they didn't have a hard life since - some foreign armed forces used to use them as dedicated sniper/marksman rifles.

They were designed for cold climates and had a large, plastic-covered bolt handle, which can strike a wide, low-mounted scope, so beware - It's fine with a 4x32 - 6x42 etc.

They are very well made indeed, very accurate and reliable in the most extreme conditions, which is what they were built for.

BUT - be warned that magazines are as rare as hens' teeth!

If it's a good one, I'd recommend you go for it !

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