Gunsmithing HS Precision Swivel Studs

[HellsCanyonArmory]

A newbie question, but searching through the google search engine and site search features haven't yielded any results nor has contacting HS Precision themselves.

Bought a HS Precision PSS stock here on the hide with the full aluminum bedding block. Finally have my rifle built and shooting and have not found any swivel studs at three different sporting goods stores that fit the stock (Uncle Mike's mostly). Anybody have a source? Thanks

Mike

 

[HellsCanyonArmory]

Re: HS Precision Swivel Studs

Nobody's go nothin huh? I've tried four different sporting goods stores in 3 cities in 2 states and haven't found any studs. Everybody just use the ones that came with their stock from HS or....??

 

[AXEMAN]

Re: HS Precision Swivel Studs

brownells or midway doesnt have what you seek? they come in all types, metal threads and wood threads.

 

[HellsCanyonArmory]

Re: HS Precision Swivel Studs

midway does not have them listed specifically for stocks or specific thread count. I'll try Brownells but was hoping someone here would be able to give me an "easy button" of an answer that came from personal experience. Thanks

Mike

 

[m1k3]

Re: HS Precision Swivel Studs

Hey Mike,
I have run into the same problem. Let me double check my notes on the threads. I was mounting a rail on the front of one of my HS stocks and ran into the exact same problem. Its very close to the wrong thread, I can tell you that.

Also, if I remember right, the stud on the rear was different than the studs in the front.

I'll get back with you.

mike

 

[Brownbear]

Re: HS Precision Swivel Studs

BigJohnson

Call HS Precision directly and they will send you some. Usually free of charge.

 

[m1k3]

Re: HS Precision Swivel Studs

#10-32 for the front studs. I'm not sure on the rear, I'll check in the morning. I removed the studs after I installed some flush cups in the stock.

And that's the same thread pitch used on the Atlas Bi-Pod clamping screws.

FYI, M5-.80 is close but will strip the threads if you force it. Or so I'm told.

Mike

 

[HellsCanyonArmory]

Re: HS Precision Swivel Studs

Thanks for the info fellas, I tried callin HS today but was 1/2 hr after they closed (I'm on Pacific time). I'll keep ya updated!

Mike

 

[tigmaned]

Re: HS Precision Swivel Studs

i need one more for the front of my PSS stock. only have one in front and one in back, but mine seem to be the same thread pitch for front two and back.

 

[m1k3]

Re: HS Precision Swivel Studs

I checked both of my HS Stocks this morning and both take a different stud for the rear. It seems to be 24 threads per inch on the rear stud. This is with the studs they both came with and both are Savage stocks, although that shouldn't make a difference.

mike

 

[HellsCanyonArmory]

Re: HS Precision Swivel Studs

UPDATE:

Called and talked to HS Precision today. It seems that they changed their thread pitch for their swivel studs two years ago. So stocks older than two years require one type, while newer stocks require a different type. I wasn't sure how old my stock was so the representative decided to send me a set of 3 studs for BOTH types of stud inserts for the price of one! Total cost with shipping is $7.50! Should ship out tomorrow! GREAT customer service from HS on this one! Thanks for the help guys. He didn't mention what type of pitch was for each, just that one was coarser and one was finer (I believe the finer pitch is for the newer stocks).

Mike