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    KMW vs McMillan cheek piece?

    I was wondering the weight difference between the KMW cheek piece and the two thumb screw McMillan (not the thumb wheel one)? I know the KMW is steal and the McMillan is aluminum, but wanted to know how much more the KMW weighed? (I would like to keep the rifle as light as possible.) Also if...
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    Manners or McMillan for Finnfire?

    Guys: I've been following the Quad trainer threads etc with interest. I have a Finnfire varmint which I'm considering giving similar treatment. Is the Sako quad inlet sufficiently similar to alter to the Finnfire footprint or do either of the big Ms inet specifically for the Finnfire action? Any...
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    Gunsmithing Replacing gel coat on a mcmillan stock

    What do you guys do when you sand below the gel coat on a mcmillan (fibreglass) stock. Do you need to re-seal it or will it be fine left as is ? Had to sand the bottom metal inlet Any replys appreciated Thanks Jason
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    Problem McMillan A5 Stock on Savage Rifle

    I took my rifle apart today because I thought the accuracy had diminished (but still pretty good). I noticed that the rear screw hole was cracked right down the middle of the rifle from the magazine well back to the trigger area and it’s all the way through. I guess I had over tightened the...
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    McMillan A1-3 for a Savage MK11 .22LR?

    Has anyone ever heard of anyone inletting this stock for a Savage MKII? I have this stock on my Remington 700 in .308 and would love to create a .22LR trainer with a rifle I already own.
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    McMillan stocks

    Hi all, Quick question. Right now I have a 700 5r that needs a new stock. Want to get a MM a5 that is marblized. I've done searches both regular and advanced to look at others combos and haven't come up with a whole lot. So, if you have one please post and include the percent of the colors...
  7. treebasher

    McMillan A-4 Bedding, Pillars, Etc.

    OK guys I figure it is time to pop my cherry here on SH. Next week I am dropping the coin for a new McMillan A-4 and have some questions about bedding. I have three options: 1. Do nothing and screw the action in. 2. Bedding the action. 3. Bedding and pillar the action. In the past I have...
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    Gunsmithing inletting rem700 mcmillan stock for badger action

    Hey guys, Just snagged a badger action and sold my rem700 barreled action. The mcmillan stock is inletted for the SA 700. How involved is the fitting of the badger action to this stock? Any help is appreciated.
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    Gunsmithing Where can I buy the same paint Mcmillan uses?

    Where can I buy the same paint Mcmillan uses to paint their stocks, I am looking for the polyurethane pebble finish.
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    Gunsmithing rear rail for McMillan A4 stock

    I'm considering getting an monopod for the rear of my A4 stock. Any recommendations for a compatible rail and has anyone done this? Thanks.
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    McMillan HTG or HTG adjustable?

    I am building a 700 in .30-06. I will use it about 50% hunting and 50% on the 1000 yard line. (I mainly shoot my .308 at 1K) I am using a scope with a 42mm objective. Is the HTG going to work for this rifle or is there a reason I would need the HTG? (On a side note, my .308 is an A5 without...
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    Gunsmithing McMillan HTG / Wichita Sling Swivel Question

    I have a McMillan HTG stock that's factory equipped with Wichita sling swivels. My question is, can I replace the Wichita's with regular sling studs?
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    SPS-V: AICS or McRee v. McMillan

    I've got an SPS Varmint action in 243 that needs a new stock. I can find a McM A-5 or A3-5 inletted and ready to go for $775 or so. That's using Remmy bottom metal and no bedding. I can get a McRee or AICS 1.5 for something like $800 and not need bedding and get a DM system setup. I like the...
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    Gunsmithing McMillan Decelerator

    Hey Guys, Could anyone tell me how to remove the Decelerator Pad on a McMillan A4 stock? Thanks, Floyd
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    Gunsmithing Mcmillan HTG stock bedding

    I am planning to switch the stock on my PSS to Mcmillan HTG stock soon. Does this stock need to be bedded to get the most out? or can i just use it out of the box? Thanks for your help. 45
  16. malaga2

    Photos Steyr SSG McMillan

    Here are two... one SSG P2K and one PII that has been cut to 21"...
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    McMillan cost

    Just to make sure I'm reading their website right I wanted to check with those that have been there, done that. I'm looking at an A3 or A5 stock with adjustable cheekpiece, light fill. I'd have them inlet it for a Seekins BM and be using a TAC30 action. I would not have them do the bedding...
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    JAE or McMillan for M1a

    I am building an M1a and am wondering what stock to get. the McMillian is lots less expensive. Can the JAE stock deliver the accuracy that a McMillan stock that is bedded can? Which would you choose and why?
  19. trpr154

    Gap (Mcmillan stock painting)

    I talked with GAP today about painting a Mcmillan stock for me. They were glad to do it, and the price seemed reasonalble. I forgot to ask them about their painting process. I know a lot of folks here on the Hide have GAP painted stocks/rifles. 1. How well are they holding up? 2. What...
  20. ker2222

    weight differences: Manners vs McMillan

    I know this goes against the goals of many.....but I am actually looking for a heavy stock....especially in the butt ( ) If going with their heaviest fill and putting an integral adjustable cheekpiece on each......is there much of a difference between a McmIllan A-5 and Manners T4