I have both, the Tikka T1X and new CZ 457 Varmint MTR - both in 17 HMR
- both insanely accurate
- Tikka probably still has an edge for the better trigger. However, many of the comments above regarding triggers apply to the older CZ 452 and 455. The new 457 is fully adjustable and a very nice trigger
- Tikka a touch less expensive
- The CZ feels more robust, has more weight, feels more stable, and the stock is a big step up from the flimsy feeling plastic Tikka stocks.
- The cheap plastic Tikka stock does not seem to affect it's incredible accuracy.
- Bolt throw has traditionally much better on the Tikka vs the old 90 degree CZ's. But, the 457 has also now gone to a 60 degree bolt. No more knuckle bashing on that big target / varmint scope.
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