I am about to make a purchase on an AW .308 with a fixed stock. Is there a big advantage with a folding stock asides from portability, cleaning? Is there any movement with the folding stock or is it as solid as the fixed stock? Thanks.
AI Folding stock vs Fixed
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Re: AI Folding stock vs Fixed
Adjustable stock is as stable when firing as the fixed stock--absolutely no movement.
Adjustable stock is as stable when firing as the fixed stock--absolutely no movement.
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I have often wondered the same thing. Over time will it loosen and become a problem? I am definitely no expert but it is a part that will be moving over time. More moving parts often means problems.
I have often wondered the same thing. Over time will it loosen and become a problem? I am definitely no expert but it is a part that will be moving over time. More moving parts often means problems.
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+1 folder is solid as a rock... I had the same concerns when I purchased mine, but I am glad I went with the folder.
+1 folder is solid as a rock... I had the same concerns when I purchased mine, but I am glad I went with the folder.
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Its for the short action..... there is one available with a folding stock, however it has the 20 inch barrel and a but spike which I don't need.
Its for the short action..... there is one available with a folding stock, however it has the 20 inch barrel and a but spike which I don't need.
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personally, i'm buying 2.0's for now on. not having to remove the cheek piece and butt pad when cleaning is worth it to me alone. not having to remove the cheek piece to remove the bolt is also a HUGE reason in my opinion to get the 2.0 in a long action.
personally, i'm buying 2.0's for now on. not having to remove the cheek piece and butt pad when cleaning is worth it to me alone. not having to remove the cheek piece to remove the bolt is also a HUGE reason in my opinion to get the 2.0 in a long action.
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FWIW - if you are one of these strange guys who insists on cleaningxyour rifle (
)you may find the folder a lot easier to work with.....unless you have a LOOONNNGGGGG cleaning rod.
Just a minor point but one I've run into on my fixed stock.
FWIW - if you are one of these strange guys who insists on cleaningxyour rifle (
Just a minor point but one I've run into on my fixed stock.
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Decisions, decisions, decisions...... I would have to wait 3 months to get one with a folding stock. I also need to order an accushot spigot for my atlas bipod.
Decisions, decisions, decisions...... I would have to wait 3 months to get one with a folding stock. I also need to order an accushot spigot for my atlas bipod.
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I prefer the folder. It locks up solid and makes bolt removal very easy.
I prefer the folder. It locks up solid and makes bolt removal very easy.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I prefer the folder. It locks up solid and makes bolt removal very easy. </div></div>
+1
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I prefer the folder. It locks up solid and makes bolt removal very easy. </div></div>
+1
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Even with a short action AW, you will not be able to remove to bolt without removing the cheak piece (or folding).
There is NO functional disadvantage to the folder, only advantages.
Even with a short action AW, you will not be able to remove to bolt without removing the cheak piece (or folding).
There is NO functional disadvantage to the folder, only advantages.
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I have been running a folder for over 6 years now with no issues in stability. It is nice to be able to fold the stock over for cleaning every 12 months or 5,000 rounds. Whichever comes 1st!
I have been running a folder for over 6 years now with no issues in stability. It is nice to be able to fold the stock over for cleaning every 12 months or 5,000 rounds. Whichever comes 1st!
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I also have an AI folder stock on a long action AWSM. I am very happy with it. I personally would only buy an AI with the folder stock, short or long action. Like everyone else says cleaning is easier and it shortens up for the safe and gun case.
I also have an AI folder stock on a long action AWSM. I am very happy with it. I personally would only buy an AI with the folder stock, short or long action. Like everyone else says cleaning is easier and it shortens up for the safe and gun case.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jasonk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Folder for all the reasons above....plus chicks dig them. </div></div>
Can't argue with that. LOL
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jasonk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Folder for all the reasons above....plus chicks dig them. </div></div>
Can't argue with that. LOL
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: goatliver</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am about to make a purchase on an AW .308 with a fixed stock. Is there a big advantage with a folding stock asides from portability, cleaning? Is there any movement with the folding stock or is it as solid as the fixed stock? Thanks. </div></div>Keep in mind that if you decide to sell a folder on here, it will limit the states that you can sell it to.
I wanted a folder but found the right deal on a fixed. Would I appreciate having the folder? Yes. Is it worth the extra $500+? No.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: goatliver</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am about to make a purchase on an AW .308 with a fixed stock. Is there a big advantage with a folding stock asides from portability, cleaning? Is there any movement with the folding stock or is it as solid as the fixed stock? Thanks. </div></div>Keep in mind that if you decide to sell a folder on here, it will limit the states that you can sell it to.
I wanted a folder but found the right deal on a fixed. Would I appreciate having the folder? Yes. Is it worth the extra $500+? No.
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I guess I am the only guy at the other end of the spectrum. I have 3 AIAWs and non of them has the folding stocks. It comes down to personal choice. AI builds solid stock, so you don't have to worry about that. Agree with all the above too. But for the extra money, I can always take off the adj. cheek piece to clean and save my money to buy more reloading components. JMHO.
I guess I am the only guy at the other end of the spectrum. I have 3 AIAWs and non of them has the folding stocks. It comes down to personal choice. AI builds solid stock, so you don't have to worry about that. Agree with all the above too. But for the extra money, I can always take off the adj. cheek piece to clean and save my money to buy more reloading components. JMHO.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: gugubica</div><div class="ubbcode-body">There is NO functional disadvantage to the folder, only advantages.
</div></div>There is one small disadvantage- it does weight a half pound more or so.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: gugubica</div><div class="ubbcode-body">There is NO functional disadvantage to the folder, only advantages.
</div></div>There is one small disadvantage- it does weight a half pound more or so.
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Well fellas, joined the club.
Price was right, went with the AW .308 26inch/brake....tan color....NON folding
. I don't clean enough to worry about taking off the cheek piece. Any comments with the AI scope mount with 18 Moa?
Well fellas, joined the club.
Price was right, went with the AW .308 26inch/brake....tan color....NON folding
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DesertHK</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jasonk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Folder for all the reasons above....plus chicks dig them. </div></div>
Can't argue with that. LOL </div></div>
And all the cool kids are doing it.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DesertHK</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jasonk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Folder for all the reasons above....plus chicks dig them. </div></div>
Can't argue with that. LOL </div></div>
And all the cool kids are doing it.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: goatliver</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Well fellas, joined the club.
Price was right, went with the AW .308 26inch/brake....tan color....NON folding
. I don't clean enough to worry about taking off the cheek piece. Any comments with the AI scope mount with 18 Moa? </div></div>
GTG with that. Pic rail, or dove tail. Had both and both are great.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: goatliver</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Well fellas, joined the club.
Price was right, went with the AW .308 26inch/brake....tan color....NON folding
GTG with that. Pic rail, or dove tail. Had both and both are great.
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