Onehorse, I hear you, the Tika just doesn't have the history or longevity for US hunters to know about. I can't argue its quality. If I had to go to one rifle, the Mountain rifle is my favorite, and now my son has decided it is his most favorite. The bad part is he didn't buy it!
Next purchase a new equiped "Black Rifle". Ronn, gave me some pointers to look into so I have some shopping to do.