AICS 2.0

[NRAShooter]

Is it me or has anyone else found the AICS 2.0 SA is a heavy stock and kinda awkard to use for some positions like offhand and kneeling?

Are there any other good all postion stocks? Had a MM Billy Baker stock which was ok. Have the H&S PST 025 on a H&S HTR which is good, but not quite perfect. Need a good lightweight, rigid all position stock which takes AI mags. I know the tube gun set ups are totally ergo, but want something a little more traditional.

Anyone?

 

[armada]

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Yes, I would have to agree with you on the AICS 2.0. But I grew to like the stock along with the weight of the complete rifle. I actually shoot better with the AICS for some reason. I ended up buying 3 more after my initial purchase.

As far as any other stock good for most hunting positions, I like the stock on my Gap Rock. I think it's a standard hunter or HTG. My A4 and A5, to me, are about as limitedas, comfort wise, as the AICS.

JMHO

 

[SWRichmond]

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Yeah I'm looking for one (700 RH SA) if you don't want it. I don't even care what color it is if you're willing to let it go for a decent discount.

 

[NRAShooter]

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Mines set up for a Surgeon 591 with a GAP No. 7 barrel contour. I am not sure it will be compatible with your action.

 

[dlouie87]

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It is heavy.... but I got used to it. it's a hate it or love it stock... I gave it a chance and I'm learning slowly and adapt to it's ergonomics.

 

[Boogyman]

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Heavy, but I love mine.....

 

[NRAShooter]

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Can anybody shoot all four positions with this stock? Standing is ok, but really tough, kneeling is akward as the full field of view is not there, sitting I can't get the right eye relief without getting cut by the scope and prone is perfect. A one position stock is limited for me.

My AICS looks cooler than shit. I love it for that reason, but start to hate it when I need to shoot it.

Are the stock spacers the solution as thumb screws don't hold shit?

 

[SRT_Supply]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NRAShooter</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Can anybody shoot all four positions with this stock? Standing is ok, but really tough, kneeling is akward as the full field of view is not there, sitting I can't get the right eye relief without getting cut by the scope and prone is perfect. A one position stock is limited for me.

My AICS looks cooler than shit. I love it for that reason, but start to hate it when I need to shoot it.

Are the stock spacers the solution as thumb screws don't hold shit? </div></div>

It sounds like you just need to adjust the stock more specifically to each position. As far as the thumb screws not holding, I'd suggest giving the new AI cheekpiece thumbscrews a shot - they hold extremely well due to the brass inserts on the tip of the screw.

 

[Emouse]

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Its heavy,...one or two shoot these in Civilian Service Rifle competition here and its obvious that on snaps/timed standing and kneeling they struggle. Its a great chassis off the bi-pod, but even extended "sling only" shooting is very tiring.

 

[BasraBoy]

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+1.....IMHO, unless you are using one on Ops and your life and those of others depend on immediate action and doing it otherwise, AW family rifles are best shot off a bipod or front bag/support....even with a sling things can get difficult pretty quickly.

That being said, I've never had any problem with the eye relief on the rare occasions I have used it in other than prone.

If I was in a competition that required the rifle to be shot any other way than off a bipod....I'd probably be looking at using something other than an AW or AICS....maybe something in a McM ADJ HTG or a Manners??

Just my £0.02

P.S...just to avoid any confusion...my AW is still far and away my favourite rifle.

 

[HotrRod308]

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It is heavy, but I really like mine

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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I set the AI up for prone, since that is where you will find the greatest accuracy.

All other positions are a minor compromise.

I don't bother adjusting the rifle for each position since that would be time prohibitive in most cases.

I have shot standing, kneeling, sitting and prone without difficulty. This is with a Razor HD that benefits greatly from proper cheek weld and eye relief.

 

[jayph]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NRAShooter</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Is it me or has anyone else found the AICS 2.0 SA is a heavy stock and kinda awkard to use for some positions like offhand and kneeling?

Are there any other good all postion stocks? Had a MM Billy Baker stock which was ok. Have the H&S PST 025 on a H&S HTR which is good, but not quite perfect. Need a good lightweight, rigid all position stock which takes AI mags. I know the tube gun set ups are totally ergo, but want something a little more traditional.

Anyone? </div></div>

A good compromise for me was the McMillan A-3 or the Manners T2. They work good for me in all positions but YMMV. You can get them fairly light or as heavy as you want.

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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Honestly the best "positional" stocks I have used are standard A2/HTG type.

 

[NRAShooter]

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Lone Wolf

I think you are right. I will look into some of the other stocks you mentioned.

The AICS is incredibly rugged. In the meantime, I'll give SRT a call and look at their brass tiped stock screws. Anyone else try them?

 

[chad3]

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HTG off the bat. However I was very surprised at the way the a4 rode a sling when I ran it off the opp side flush and wrapped below and around the stock. Rode the front hand very well.
Chad

 

[SRT_Supply]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NRAShooter</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Lone Wolf

I think you are right. I will look into some of the other stocks you mentioned.

The AICS is incredibly rugged. In the meantime, I'll give SRT a call and look at their brass tiped stock screws. Anyone else try them?</div></div>

To order the AI cheekpiece thumbscrews, just go here:

http://store.accuracyinternationalsrt.co...humbscrews.html

 

[BCP]

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If you're of average size maybe just get a takeoff HS stock from a factory 700? They are light and stiff although they don't offer any of the adjustments that more custom stocks have. After that, the mcmillan "hunter" / HTG ? stocks are nice as they are a bit heavier and have a cheek rest.

I love the AICS stock but I don't think it's an offhand, hunting stock. More like a target stock for prone/bench shooting.

 

[sr15match]

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I have an AICS 2.0 coming on a new build so can't comment on it yet.

As for the McM HTG and HTG w/adjustable cheek, for me 100% one of the easiest all-around stocks to shoot with no matter the position I was in. When time comes to buy another stock for a build it'll be an HGT adjustable.

Todd