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McRee vs Rock Solid

stmcelroy

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Considering both stocks for my Remington 700 Varmint in .243 winchester. This gun will mostly be used for range shooting out to 1,000-1,200 yards, but may get used sparingly for coyote hunting from a stand.

Does anybody have experience with both chassis? If so what were your impressions?

Is the Rock Solid worth the extra money($200ish) when you factor in folding stocks for both?

Really want to get this figured out and ordered.

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Mcree is great and about as cheap as you can get. Dont know about the Rock Solid. All of the guys I shoot with are really happy with there mcree's.
 
The Rock Solid folder is not in production yet, to my knowledge, but word is that the folder knuckle WILL be an end-user retrofit for those that want it. I like the simplicity of the Rock Solid, and the appearance.
 
FOr the price, adjustable features, and availability of folder (Must have), I just got a couple McRees. Very Impressed so far.

Also, Scott is a really good guy to deal with. Cant go wrong with Mcree BUT they are very similiarily (wd?) set up with the pistol grip et al.

Like with all stocks, get behind them and feel it out for yourself.

Regards,
DT
 
Getting behind both would be ideal, but nobody I know has a Rock Solid. I know that I prefer the pistol grip when shooting prone, so either stock should be fine.

I prefer the looks of the Rock Solid just not sure if looks are worth the extra money.
 
Take a hard look at the PDC Customs Chassis system too. The Owner Craig is Good to Go and takes care of his Customers. This is what I currently running on my .300 WM. Remington 5R. It's Rock Solid unfolded and folds up nicely too!

http://www.pdccustom.com/

It's another Great Choice FWIW

HOG.
 
I have a Rock Solid stock. I've held a few of the others, AICS, McRee, but not shot them. I can tell you the Rock Solid is a performance oriented stock, everything about it is well thought out and seems to fall into a natural position. The adjustable cheek rest and buttstock pads are easy to adjust, but extremely sturdy (the stock is built like a tank). It might be a tiny bit on the heavy side if you're planning to lug it over an extremely long distance, but ergonomically, its fantastic. You won't be disappointed with a Rock Solid Stock.
 
Rock Solid. If you are shooting comps you want the least amouny of stuff that can mess up. I have seen some other chassis fail in comps (not a mcrees). Both are nice stocks but I like the RS. Built like a tank and narrow to allow you to shoot in hard position s. Also those are some nice rifles in the pic above.
 
I have been shooting the Mcrees for a little over year now, and a lot of the positive comments I am hearing about the Rock Solid sound exactly like my thoughts on the Mcrees.

To me the folding option is really important because I travel a lot. Its been all around Alaska with me and hasn't ever had a single issue. Put a stock pack and a skid pad on it so you don't freeze to it and rock on.

That being said, I doubt you will go wrong with either option. Just pick whichever one appeals to you most.
 
I dropped a Remington 700 Varmint in .243 winchester into a folding McRee and it was good to go. Great chassis, torque it down and go. I ended up liking it so much I bought a few more, can't beat the price. If you are ever in the Willamette valley US Tactical Supply in Albany has them in stock and you can pull one off the wall and see if it works for you. One piece of advice, get the stock pack if you order the McRee chassis.
 
I don't know what specifics you're looking for but over both of the chassis you mention you should look into an XLR. I like the mechanics and the components of Kyle"s XLR so much more than the McRee.
 
I've played with both, and my preference is for Rock Solid, by far. The guy that makes the Rock Solid has been a very active competitor for a very long time, and took that experience into the design of the stock. It's great for positional, prone, and just slim enough to pack around with no issue whatsoever. When the folder is released, I do believe that it will be one of the best designs out there.

The other plus, at least for me, is that Todd (the designer and fabricator) is a hell of a guy, who would drop everything to give you the shirt off of his back. He's good people...among the best... and the Rock Solid is one hell of a stock.
 
What 223ai said....

The Rock Solid was developed by Todd over the course of years of shooting practical precision comps, and it shows when you run one. Its a very simple yet effective setup. I've switched all my R700 style rifles to them, and haven't looked back.
Scott's chassis just didn't do it for me although many like them. I think if you're into the "looks" of a SAGE/Ashbury style rifle, a McRee is cool, but if you're more concerned with pure performance as a tool the Rock Solid is the way to go-everything you need and nothing you don't. At $750 retail I would hardly think that Rock Solid is "expensive". Its the best value to get a rifle into comp form I can think of.
 
DrewinTejas said:
Rock Solid. If you are shooting comps you want the least amouny of stuff that can mess up. I have seen some other chassis fail in comps (not a mcrees). Both are nice stocks but I like the RS. Built like a tank and narrow to allow you to shoot in hard position s. Also those are some nice rifles in the pic above.
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Thought I'd seen that pic before! :)

I want to see your 18 inch build in a Rock Solid...

I'm hoping to have my RS in hand tomorrow or early next week - I'll post detailed pics of it when I do.
 
The 18"er will be in an A1-A3 for now. Need to save some more cash for another RS for it. Rifle parts are being dropped off this weekend at my smiths. Should be done in a few weeks. Plus new can should be here about the same time.
 
I have been running a McRee in comps and having nothing but positive things to say about it. With that said I don't think you can go wrong with either.
 
I am interested in a Rock Solid stock but how can you order one or at least talk to Todd. Anyone have any contact info, No website and I am not facebook. Any help would be appreciated.
 
Rock Solid is the front runner for me right now...however, I need to get eyes on the folding mechanism. A few pictures or a 30 sec. video will be the determining factor for me. If the Rock Solid folder is everything I hope it will be, It will seal the deal.
 
Folding mechanism is still in the works, or so that's what Todd told me about a month ago. Supposed to be able to be installed by the user, we'll see.

Got my Rock Solid stock in last week, hoping to try it out this week.

 
I've got a bone stock Remington 700 sps tac. and I'm having a little trouble getting it to fit into my new rock solid stock. The tigger is cant off to the side and its touching the stock so it won't fuction properly. I was wondering if anybody else had trouble or am I doing something wrong?
 
Faintly remember reading about somebody having that issue. You just need to figure where it's hanging up and file or dremel a little clearance so it fits correctly.

I put a Timney trigger in mine it dropped right in with no fitting required.
 
sobrbiker883 said:
What 223ai said....

The Rock Solid was developed by Todd over the course of years of shooting practical precision comps, and it shows when you run one. Its a very simple yet effective setup. I've switched all my R700 style rifles to them, and haven't looked back.
Scott's chassis just didn't do it for me although many like them. I think if you're into the "looks" of a SAGE/Ashbury style rifle, a McRee is cool, but if you're more concerned with pure performance as a tool the Rock Solid is the way to go-everything you need and nothing you don't. At $750 retail I would hardly think that Rock Solid is "expensive". Its the best value to get a rifle into comp form I can think of.
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Please elaborate on what a Rock Solid does not have (that you don't need) that a McRees does have.

My McRees folder has so far proved very functional; I'm not sure what I could eliminate "because it's not needed".

Joe
 
I prefer the forend of the Rock Solid, being slimmer and having a step at the magwell that I can push into barricades for stability, rather than pushing on the front of the mag. I don't like saddle style cheek pieces, and the McRee grip area feels awkward to me.
Like I said, I've played with the McRee and it just feels "blocky" to me. But it does have places you can bolt pic rails on and hang all the cool doodads you may want (I have no use for such stuff).

It's really a matter of personal preference, and like any stock conversation, I'd recommend a shooter get behind as many different models as they can to decide for themselves.

I did see the Rock Solid folder at the TPRC being put through its paces and its a winner of a design. I look forward to it getting on the market.
 
From another thread...

Lowlight said:
I was finally able to take the Rock Solid Chassis out to distance this weekend and I have to say I am impressed.

It's a very simple design, but comfortable and effective.

I was thrilled when an Older Style Bighhorn Action dropped in and fit without any modification. I used a Huber Trigger so I cannot speak to others, but it had no clearance issues.

I did apply a very tiny about bedding to the rear of the lug, I filled about an 1.25" space with some Brownells Arca Bedding Compound. The results are fantastic. The accuracy on the rifle is top notch.

I moved my Robert Gradous Build in 6.5CM from the milled and modified AICS to the RS Chassis and it was a perfect fit.

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It's smooth, adjustable cheek, well constructed, and accurate. I was really impressed with it.
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