Hunting & Fishing Hunting Rifle Stock

[10generation]

Guys,

Not sure if this should go in this forum or bolt action, but want the opinions of hunters for this question so I put it here.

I'm kicking off a .260 or .308 build on a model 70 action. #2 or #3 contour is what I'm thinking, prob 22-23".

Question is what stock? Don't want a heavy tactical stock but want something nice to shoot.

Been thinking about a sako classic which I here mcmillan will make for a model 70.

Thoughts?

Thanks,

10gen

 

[psinclair]

Manners SL. My favorite hunting stock. Light, ergonomic, and tough as nails.

 

[krw]

I have a custom 260, Rem 700 acction, Manners SL stock, Brux #5 fluted bbl. Very nice rifle and plenty light.

 

[coldboremiracle]

Manners SL. My favorite hunting stock. Light, ergonomic, and tough as nails.

The man has spoken...
I was also going to suggest this, not because I have or use one, but because I see Pat and so many others use and suggest it.
I myself dont mind packing a "heavy rifle" when hunting.

 

[DPMSLR308]

I have not used a Manners SL stock but I just had a 260 built on a McMillan Remington hunter stock that is well balanced and a pleasure to shoot.

 

[ker2222]

+1 for the mcmillan remington hunter…..only thing I have shot that I like better for hunting is the actual mcmillan sako varmint stock which the remington hunter is based on

 

[TSean]

Hi 10gen,

The Manners SL obviously got a strong vote of confidence (and for good reason), so if that shape etc. is something you like then problem solved. If, however, you prefer a higher fixed comb (without any added stockpacks/cheekpieces) while retaining a "hunting" stock shape, then I would also say take a look at the EH2 from Manners, or the Precision Stock Works "Rifleman" stock (made by McMillan, sold through PSW), preferably in "Edge" fill (their 100% carbon lightweight layup comparable to the Manners "Elite" 100% carbon layup).

Of note for the "Rifleman" stock is that while it can be inletted for LH, it is molded with a bias to RH shooters (palm swell, shape of raised comb/cheekpiece, and a few other tweaks). I think the Manners SL is the same story, while the EH2 is ambidextrous/"neutral". So if you are a lefty, my 2 cents would be to definitely go Manners EH2, and if a righty then pick your favorite. I have experience with both the EH2 and PSW "Rifleman" and they are fantastic, but as a lefty my hunting rifles currently have EH2 stocks. Hope that helps (or at least gives you something to mull over), and have fun with the build.

Best regards,
Sean

 

[stealthgoat]

Winchester stocks in general are harder in stock to find than Rem 700.

I would really like a Manners SL that Pat suggested, but suspect a custom order with long lead-time if you need it for this fall?

I have also been thinking about McMillan Hunter (Sako Hunter) which seems to be in in stock for Winchesters.



I have noticed that a M70 featherweight is a lot lighter to carry any distance compared to M70 Laredo LRH Heavy Barrel in a McMillan A5, maybe there is a happy medium

 

[LanceS4803]

I was going to go with a McMillan for my 300WM light weight rifle. I even visited their facility in AZ for final selection, color choice and fitting. But, at $600 and a 6 month+ wait, that was just too much. Beautiful piece of craftsmanship, but just more than I needed for this particular rifle.
I ended up going with a B&C Medalist. Darn near the same weight, less than half the price, great choice of colors and I had it in my hands in a week.

 

[JC Steel]

manners elite hunter EH1 Carbon Fiber

 

[Painless300]

I love my McMillan hunter with edge, this is a 300wm with 26" Bartlein #3 contour, comes in under 8 lbs. with Z6. The McMillian is extremely tough, i got it from Stocky Stocks and it was in stock, I didn't care about color because I was cerakoting it anyway.

 

[jotrot]

mcmillan game scout

 

[Hookturnr]

I currently have 2 Manners EH2's and love them! I also have a Sako fiberclass with the mcmillan sako hunter....decent, but I prefer the manners. I recently parked a model 70 in a B&C Medalist as well....for the price it's alright, probably going to get yet another manners for that as well in the future...so...MANNERS

 

[Brux]

manners elite hunter EH1 Carbon Fiber

This for sure.

 

[psinclair]

SL at work.....

 

[XTREM HTR16]

I am also liking the Manners EH-3


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[EasyGravy]

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SL at work.....<br/>

Awsome night spot, great picture, looks like u layed the hammer down

 

[Fongman]

I am also liking the Manners EH-3

That's what I went with as well. Great stock!

 

[Fongman]

SL at work.....

Nice pics Pat - makes me hate my life a little bit more

Have you gone back to your S&B scope over the LRHS?

 

[psinclair]

Nice pics Pat - makes me hate my life a little bit more

Have you gone back to your S&B scope over the LRHS?

No, those pictures were taken last fall, before I received my LRHS.

 

[knockemdown]

Really like McMillan's Game Scout stock

 

[Sendero_Man]

Manners SL. My favorite hunting stock. Light, ergonomic, and tough as nails.

agree with Pat ! Great from all shooting positions

 

[Elite_KG]

I am a step below running a HS Precision PSV002 with a XLR cheek riser. It's about the ultimate set-up for me at that price point. Maybe a alternative for a more budget build.

 

[R Moran]

About 10 or so years ago, I bought a McMillan Sako classic, for my Sako AV. I went off the fact that it was in stock, and on sale I think. I rarely shot the gun, and never thought much of it. Then I started to look at upgrading it, and the stock was not exactly what I wanted, but I had already had it pillar and glass bedded. I even asked advice here.
I waffled back and forth, and called McMillan about shortening the LOP...it's on it's way now. Then I'll send it to ShortBus for a paint job.

Since I have the original walnut hunter stock, I considered Mcmillan version, but what I really liked was the BDL stock...the nice lady informed me that the BDL stock could not be inletted for the Sako, and I might consider the Sako varmint, as it had a higher cheek piece, and the forearm was only slightly larger, .5" I think, then the BDL. She also noted the narrowness of the hunter forearm, if I was thinking of going to a larger barrel profile.
Just some food for thought, I guess.

For me, it's hard to justify another $6-700 for a new stock, and essentially toss this one aside.

I guess, I'll see how it goes.

Bob

 

[Jason Wells]

I love my McMillan hunter with edge, this is a 300wm with 26" Bartlein #3 contour, comes in under 8 lbs. with Z6. The McMillian is extremely tough, i got it from Stocky Stocks and it was in stock, I didn't care about color because I was cerakoting it anyway.

Not to change subject, but how is the recoil on this rifle with the edge filled stock?

 

[Painless300]

I have a Vias break so it takes the recoil very well. I do take off the break when hunting, I only have very small POI shift not enough to matter 300 yds and in.
i would say the recoil is about like a 270 with the break but it's pretty rough without, however I just shot an elk with it last week and never felt anything which is normal!