MANNERS vs MCMILLAN vs AICS stocks
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Northland</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Buy the one you think looks the best. If you don't like it, sell it and buy your second favorite. Still don't like it buy another etc etc. </div></div>
Problem with that is the wait time. I just called Manners and the turnaround time is currently 15 weeks.
I just shot the AICS yesterday for the first time. The thumb-hole handle is nice. The stock was sturdy and rigid. It was a night and day difference between the stock HS Precision and the AICS stock. What surprised me was the stability I achieved/felt over the stock. I'm thinking that it was due to the crappy add-on cheek riser on my stock HS. I may have to add on a Karsten cheek piece for a better solid cheek weld on the HS. The recoil pad on the AICS is more comfortable than the HS (if you can call it that on the HS). I need to work on my form for recoil control but the padding sure helps. Overall, I really liked the AICS and it is a definite contender in my book.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Northland</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Buy the one you think looks the best. If you don't like it, sell it and buy your second favorite. Still don't like it buy another etc etc. </div></div>
Problem with that is the wait time. I just called Manners and the turnaround time is currently 15 weeks.
I just shot the AICS yesterday for the first time. The thumb-hole handle is nice. The stock was sturdy and rigid. It was a night and day difference between the stock HS Precision and the AICS stock. What surprised me was the stability I achieved/felt over the stock. I'm thinking that it was due to the crappy add-on cheek riser on my stock HS. I may have to add on a Karsten cheek piece for a better solid cheek weld on the HS. The recoil pad on the AICS is more comfortable than the HS (if you can call it that on the HS). I need to work on my form for recoil control but the padding sure helps. Overall, I really liked the AICS and it is a definite contender in my book.
Re: MANNERS vs MCMILLAN vs AICS stocks
UPDATE
So, after handling another HIDE member's AICS, I've decided to order a MCS T5A which is a nice blend of all the features that I am looking for.
Mark Gordon (Short Action Customs) will be handling my build. He's a great guy to talk to and he already had my barrel in stock.
Now it's a waiting game!
UPDATE
So, after handling another HIDE member's AICS, I've decided to order a MCS T5A which is a nice blend of all the features that I am looking for.
Mark Gordon (Short Action Customs) will be handling my build. He's a great guy to talk to and he already had my barrel in stock.
Now it's a waiting game!
Re: MANNERS vs MCMILLAN vs AICS stocks
I own a McMillan A5 and Manners T5 and have owned the AI 1.5. Comparing the three I prefer the McMillan/Manner type stock. I found the AI thumbhole configuration a little restrictive. It all really comes down to what you are conformtable with.
I own a McMillan A5 and Manners T5 and have owned the AI 1.5. Comparing the three I prefer the McMillan/Manner type stock. I found the AI thumbhole configuration a little restrictive. It all really comes down to what you are conformtable with.
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This is a really good discussion and I am glad to be a member here. Problem is I spend too much time here and not enough time on the range.
This is a really good discussion and I am glad to be a member here. Problem is I spend too much time here and not enough time on the range.
Re: MANNERS vs MCMILLAN vs AICS stocks
Most are still having the Manners and McM stocks bedded for their actions correct? AICS from what I have read so far there is no bedding needed.
Is that correct?
Most are still having the Manners and McM stocks bedded for their actions correct? AICS from what I have read so far there is no bedding needed.
Is that correct?
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Manners now has a mini chassis system to where you do not have to bed the action any longer.
Get behind each stock and see how you like them. I find it hard to get comfortable being a thumbhole stock. So no AICS for me.
Manners now has a mini chassis system to where you do not have to bed the action any longer.
Get behind each stock and see how you like them. I find it hard to get comfortable being a thumbhole stock. So no AICS for me.
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I love my AICS. I would love to try out a T5A as I love the thumbhole stocks. The McM A5 I tried out was a bit awkward for me.
I love my AICS. I would love to try out a T5A as I love the thumbhole stocks. The McM A5 I tried out was a bit awkward for me.
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The mcs-gat and mcs-t5 are both great stock options over ai.
The mcs-gat and mcs-t5 are both great stock options over ai.
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I have owned multiple models from all three makers; all are high quality and will serve you well.
In the end it all comes down to what fits you best.
I have owned multiple models from all three makers; all are high quality and will serve you well.
In the end it all comes down to what fits you best.
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I'm a fan of Manners....i have a T5A on order and my wife has a T4A
I'm a fan of Manners....i have a T5A on order and my wife has a T4A
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I went away from Manners when I found out that unlike McM, their pricing was virtually the same for an uninletted unpainted stock as for a finished one. Ordered a flat top unpainted A5 from 24hour campfire for 300 less than what Manners wanted....
I went away from Manners when I found out that unlike McM, their pricing was virtually the same for an uninletted unpainted stock as for a finished one. Ordered a flat top unpainted A5 from 24hour campfire for 300 less than what Manners wanted....
