I have a 5R in .308. Shoots really well. I've never liked the HS stock much. Thinking I'd like something "tactical". Adjustable LOP and cheek weld. Reasonably light. Any suggestions. Money, as always, is a consideration. Thanks for any advice.
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I've got a B&C A5 that I like but it's not light. You might look at an AI chassis...and you get detachable bottom metal too.
FH
FH
Call me when you "get done". I'll take the old stock, from you.
Maybe "offset the costs"., for ya. I've got a 5R, that some guy put a weird stock on. Would like to bring her back to original.
Maybe "offset the costs"., for ya. I've got a 5R, that some guy put a weird stock on. Would like to bring her back to original.
Thanks but I should have mentioned that I fitted an HS detachable mag system. Despite being billed as a drop in, I had to shave just the tiniest bit. I assume the original bottom metal will fit. I should check it before I go too far.
What does your stock look like?
I have read they are heavy. Actually I think I read very heavy. Any idea what the B&B weighs.
If you want light go Manners T2A
It will need to be bedded to keep light though. If you get a mini chassis it's heavier.
Right around Christmas I found a Manners T4A molded in Desert Camo on their ready to ship list. Was the correct inlet up top and was setup for the M5 on the bottom. Best money spent on the gun so far.
Some people have all the luck!
You can still get the adjustable cheek piece put in. Just call up Manners.
I have standard models and A type. YOu get a little more weight with the adjustability but might be worth it. I chose for some rifles to have it and some to not.
I'll have to check on that. I thought I read somewhere that they wouldn't retrofit it. Thanks
I think to get a proper cheek weld it's worth it, unless you make your own with foam or mouse pad and duct tape. As long as you can get a proper consistant cheek weld it doesn't matter.
Second that. That's what I did, and I'm quite pleased so far. I think you can actually find them too.
My personal favorite's are Mcmillan A4 and A5. I actually prefer the A4 over the A5 but both are amazing. Can't go wrong with a Manners vertical grip either.
I don't recall but I'm sure the B&C website will have the weight. The whole rifle/scope combo is >15 lbs...it's a range queen. My next rifle will have a shorter barrel and lighter chassis.
Cheers,
FH
McMillan A4/5 if you can wait, or a HS Precision PST013
W8d4it,
I was going through this most recently and ended up with a Manners. They are not the least expensive option however I would say they are very much worth the investment. Go to their site and look at the options. You can also give them a call with your details and they can make a recommendation.
I am very impressed with the stock I bought and also extremely impressed with their superior customer service. I dont think you can go wrong with them.
Best of luck.....
I was going through this most recently and ended up with a Manners. They are not the least expensive option however I would say they are very much worth the investment. Go to their site and look at the options. You can also give them a call with your details and they can make a recommendation.
I am very impressed with the stock I bought and also extremely impressed with their superior customer service. I dont think you can go wrong with them.
Best of luck.....
just sold my manners OD few days ago here
http://www.snipershide.com/shooting/options-accessories-sale/181373-wts-t2-manners-stock.html
for A5 mcmillan this:
A5 RH REM 700 SURGEON DBM SA LIGHT TAN/OLIVE/BLACK
the only diff on both stock are.A5 molded color vs paint on manners.and in my IMO and my smith agree aswell the mcm bit better quality and packing.i also tried aics on my 5r but kept going back to mcm..(personal pref.)
adjustable? with the .925 ring needed to trim bikini to make it work. low enough that for me i dont need adjustable cheek for extra couple $.
i keep seing a lot of shooter equiped with adjustable cheek piece but never use it.on a varmint barrel get the lowest ring and a stock pack and its more than enough for cheek raised.unless your like everyone that has ectra buck to burn.
you can never go wrong on manners mcm or chasis for an upgrade..get what comfort you better NOT because everyone has it..
http://www.snipershide.com/shooting/options-accessories-sale/181373-wts-t2-manners-stock.html
for A5 mcmillan this:
A5 RH REM 700 SURGEON DBM SA LIGHT TAN/OLIVE/BLACK
the only diff on both stock are.A5 molded color vs paint on manners.and in my IMO and my smith agree aswell the mcm bit better quality and packing.i also tried aics on my 5r but kept going back to mcm..(personal pref.)
adjustable? with the .925 ring needed to trim bikini to make it work. low enough that for me i dont need adjustable cheek for extra couple $.
i keep seing a lot of shooter equiped with adjustable cheek piece but never use it.on a varmint barrel get the lowest ring and a stock pack and its more than enough for cheek raised.unless your like everyone that has ectra buck to burn.
you can never go wrong on manners mcm or chasis for an upgrade..get what comfort you better NOT because everyone has it..
Stocky's New Rifle Stocks - America's Gunstock Specialist! Manners, Mcmillan, B&C, or AICS. Pick a flavor, they all work great. Stockys is a great place to compare, and evaluate.
(FYI, I am unaffiliated with the site)
(FYI, I am unaffiliated with the site)
Which profile are you getting? M24 or varmint?
