thejollypirate
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I was looking to get a Howa in .223 1 in 8 twist as a couple of friends have them and they're all proving to be very accurate, but at the time I'd have had to wait on one in the longer barrel (Duel field and targe use)
I ended up getting a custom build rifle from a forum member based on a Tikka T3 action and it's been a fantastic rifle. 1 in 7 twist but very accurate with both heavier 77grn home loads and also factory 55grn loads.
I'd have either the Howa or the Tikka with the varmint 1 in 8, the Howa would leave a little more change in your pocket for kitting it out!
I ended up getting a custom build rifle from a forum member based on a Tikka T3 action and it's been a fantastic rifle. 1 in 7 twist but very accurate with both heavier 77grn home loads and also factory 55grn loads.
I'd have either the Howa or the Tikka with the varmint 1 in 8, the Howa would leave a little more change in your pocket for kitting it out!