BPowchak
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- Oct 30, 2016
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I am looking to buy my first hunting rifle and have decided I would like a Tikka. The "Lite" models intimidate me a bit because of the potential recoil factor. I live in AL, so would likely be hunting deer or headed to GA to hunt hogs. I liked the look of the T3X Hunter and it's a little heavier, which I imagine would help a little with recoil. I'm 5'7" and a woman, so I want something I can shoot comfortably, but in the field and at the range. So...my question...which calibers should I reasonably consider? I know whatever I buy, I will have to order, especially being a lefty. Cabelas is having a sale on the "lite" models right now, and I know Academy will match it, minus 5%, but then I started "shopping" again and found the T3X Hunter model, which has a beautiful Walnut stock. Do I need a .308 or a .270 or a .260? I'm trying to consider ammo availability as well. My husband is a gun guy, but this is something I'd like to do "on my own"...sort of. Help! LOL.