03-25-2021, 09:03 PM
Actions and glass are so subjective in feel, etc. I have handeled Defiance and Stiller actions, and thought they were nothing special compared to a Tikka, or even a well worn older Remington.
However, we know they are "better" b/c they are built with tighter tolerances.
The Tikka action when running the bolt front to back etc. almost feels like it is on glass. Nice bolt open and close as well with the Tikka. You can also get shouldered pre-fit for the Tikkas, and it has (IMO) the best factory trigger available. ( I have owned a CTR and the TAC A1)
The problem? Break something on that Tikka and get it replaced. Beretta's reputation isn't blemish free.
The Origin is nicer than any factory action I have run - Howa, Remington, Ruger, Winchester, Tikka, and Browning - edit - and CZ.
The pro's to the origin - bolt head change for $125, shouldered pre-fit barrels - very easy to do and no guages required, Remington footprint - so any accessory, rail, trigger, etc fits.
Comes with a picatinny rail and pinned lug from factory. The current production actions are stainless instead of chrome moly, but are still salt-bath nitride.
If you find the Grendel in this action doesn't suit you - very easy to convert to a different caliber.
I have a single stage Calvin Elite in mine. I sent the trigger to Zermatt when I ordered the action. They installed it - tuned the trigger and action for zero cock on close - and then removed the trigger prior to shipping for safety.
I have a TriggerTech in a different rifle, and like it much better than the Calvin Elite. If you don't have a preference I strongly recommend TriggerTech.
Instead of buying from a vendor, I also recommend sending your trigger to Zermatt and let them install it (for free) and tune it and the action. I could have a saved a few $$ when I bought mine - from Brownell's - but it was worth it to me to pay the full price and have it tuned by Zermatt.
Hope this helps, and good luck!
However, we know they are "better" b/c they are built with tighter tolerances.
The Tikka action when running the bolt front to back etc. almost feels like it is on glass. Nice bolt open and close as well with the Tikka. You can also get shouldered pre-fit for the Tikkas, and it has (IMO) the best factory trigger available. ( I have owned a CTR and the TAC A1)
The problem? Break something on that Tikka and get it replaced. Beretta's reputation isn't blemish free.
The Origin is nicer than any factory action I have run - Howa, Remington, Ruger, Winchester, Tikka, and Browning - edit - and CZ.
The pro's to the origin - bolt head change for $125, shouldered pre-fit barrels - very easy to do and no guages required, Remington footprint - so any accessory, rail, trigger, etc fits.
Comes with a picatinny rail and pinned lug from factory. The current production actions are stainless instead of chrome moly, but are still salt-bath nitride.
If you find the Grendel in this action doesn't suit you - very easy to convert to a different caliber.
I have a single stage Calvin Elite in mine. I sent the trigger to Zermatt when I ordered the action. They installed it - tuned the trigger and action for zero cock on close - and then removed the trigger prior to shipping for safety.
I have a TriggerTech in a different rifle, and like it much better than the Calvin Elite. If you don't have a preference I strongly recommend TriggerTech.
Instead of buying from a vendor, I also recommend sending your trigger to Zermatt and let them install it (for free) and tune it and the action. I could have a saved a few $$ when I bought mine - from Brownell's - but it was worth it to me to pay the full price and have it tuned by Zermatt.
Hope this helps, and good luck!