Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
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Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
I put one on my HS Precision stock, and it was a major improvement. Now I can get behind the gun, and get a good sight picture without my head floating above the stock.
I got mine at US Armorment http://usarmorment.com/kydex-adjustable-cheek-rest-the-original-by-karsten-p-134.html
I put one on my HS Precision stock, and it was a major improvement. Now I can get behind the gun, and get a good sight picture without my head floating above the stock.
I got mine at US Armorment http://usarmorment.com/kydex-adjustable-cheek-rest-the-original-by-karsten-p-134.html
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
So if one had to choose between this cheek rest or an Eagle stock pack, which would it be and why?
Got my first bolt gun and i've seen guys using the cheek rests or a stock pack....why go one way or the other?
thanks
So if one had to choose between this cheek rest or an Eagle stock pack, which would it be and why?
Got my first bolt gun and i've seen guys using the cheek rests or a stock pack....why go one way or the other?
thanks
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
Karstan if you need more than 1/2" of elevation.
Eagle if you need less than 1/2"
Both if you need 1/2" or more.
Cheek packs can serve multiple purposes, the saddle solves only one. Both together applied thoughtfully are like a Reese's Peanut Butter cup, they go great together.
Cheers,
Doc
Karstan if you need more than 1/2" of elevation.
Eagle if you need less than 1/2"
Both if you need 1/2" or more.
Cheek packs can serve multiple purposes, the saddle solves only one. Both together applied thoughtfully are like a Reese's Peanut Butter cup, they go great together.
Cheers,
Doc
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: doc76251</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Karstan if you need more than 1/2" of elevation.
Eagle if you need less than 1/2"
Both if you need 1/2" or more.
Cheek packs can serve multiple purposes, the saddle solves only one. Both together applied thoughtfully are like a Reese's Peanut Butter cup, they go great together.
Cheers,
Doc </div></div>
haha u kick ass, thanks
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: doc76251</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Karstan if you need more than 1/2" of elevation.
Eagle if you need less than 1/2"
Both if you need 1/2" or more.
Cheek packs can serve multiple purposes, the saddle solves only one. Both together applied thoughtfully are like a Reese's Peanut Butter cup, they go great together.
Cheers,
Doc </div></div>
haha u kick ass, thanks
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dallas12</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Where did you get it from?</div></div>
Straight from him ....... Karsten Cheek Rest
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dallas12</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Where did you get it from?</div></div>
Straight from him ....... Karsten Cheek Rest
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dallas12</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Where did you get it from? </div></div>
I bought it online for $65 shipped from Tactical Works Inc.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mbrittan308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I put one on my HS Precision stock, and it was a major improvement. Now I can get behind the gun, and get a good sight picture without my head floating above the stock.
I got mine at US Armorment http://usarmorment.com/kydex-adjustable-cheek-rest-the-original-by-karsten-p-134.html
</div></div>
Yea the only problem I had was I drilled one of the holes a smidge higher on one side than the other but even then it makes suck a firm cheek weld. And the off measurement on my part isn't even noticeable.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dallas12</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Where did you get it from? </div></div>
I bought it online for $65 shipped from Tactical Works Inc.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mbrittan308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I put one on my HS Precision stock, and it was a major improvement. Now I can get behind the gun, and get a good sight picture without my head floating above the stock.
I got mine at US Armorment http://usarmorment.com/kydex-adjustable-cheek-rest-the-original-by-karsten-p-134.html
</div></div>
Yea the only problem I had was I drilled one of the holes a smidge higher on one side than the other but even then it makes suck a firm cheek weld. And the off measurement on my part isn't even noticeable.
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HD1911</div><div class="ubbcode-body">So if one had to choose between this cheek rest or an Eagle stock pack, which would it be and why?
Got my first bolt gun and I've seen guys using the cheek rests or a stock pack....why go one way or the other?
thanks </div></div>
I was in the same boat as you were. I love the pocket and round holders on the Eagle and Tac Ops packs but I was kinda not to fond on them being one size fits all what if you get a larger front lens and have to upgrade rings.. That's what made me go with the adjustable cheek piece. But I've been told both do the job and both are trustable. But i had to go with the cheek piece because of the adjustablity and how sick they look when done right. So I say cheek piece all the way.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: doc76251</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Karstan if you need more than 1/2" of elevation.
Eagle if you need less than 1/2"
Both if you need 1/2" or more.
Cheek packs can serve multiple purposes, the saddle solves only one. Both together applied thoughtfully are like a Reese's Peanut Butter cup, they go great together.
Cheers,
Doc </div></div>
+10 to that^^^
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HD1911</div><div class="ubbcode-body">So if one had to choose between this cheek rest or an Eagle stock pack, which would it be and why?
Got my first bolt gun and I've seen guys using the cheek rests or a stock pack....why go one way or the other?
thanks </div></div>
I was in the same boat as you were. I love the pocket and round holders on the Eagle and Tac Ops packs but I was kinda not to fond on them being one size fits all what if you get a larger front lens and have to upgrade rings.. That's what made me go with the adjustable cheek piece. But I've been told both do the job and both are trustable. But i had to go with the cheek piece because of the adjustablity and how sick they look when done right. So I say cheek piece all the way.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: doc76251</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Karstan if you need more than 1/2" of elevation.
Eagle if you need less than 1/2"
Both if you need 1/2" or more.
Cheek packs can serve multiple purposes, the saddle solves only one. Both together applied thoughtfully are like a Reese's Peanut Butter cup, they go great together.
Cheers,
Doc </div></div>
+10 to that^^^
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CK_32</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HD1911</div><div class="ubbcode-body">So if one had to choose between this cheek rest or an Eagle stock pack, which would it be and why?
Got my first bolt gun and I've seen guys using the cheek rests or a stock pack....why go one way or the other?
thanks </div></div>
I was in the same boat as you were. I love the pocket and round holders on the Eagle and Tac Ops packs but I was kinda not to fond on them being one size fits all what if you get a larger front lens and have to upgrade rings.. That's what made me go with the adjustable cheek piece. But I've been told both do the job and both are trustable. But i had to go with the cheek piece because of the adjustablity and how sick they look when done right. So I say cheek piece all the way.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: doc76251</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Karstan if you need more than 1/2" of elevation.
Eagle if you need less than 1/2"
Both if you need 1/2" or more.
Cheek packs can serve multiple purposes, the saddle solves only one. Both together applied thoughtfully are like a Reese's Peanut Butter cup, they go great together.
Cheers,
Doc </div></div>
+10 to that^^^ </div></div>
thanks
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CK_32</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HD1911</div><div class="ubbcode-body">So if one had to choose between this cheek rest or an Eagle stock pack, which would it be and why?
Got my first bolt gun and I've seen guys using the cheek rests or a stock pack....why go one way or the other?
thanks </div></div>
I was in the same boat as you were. I love the pocket and round holders on the Eagle and Tac Ops packs but I was kinda not to fond on them being one size fits all what if you get a larger front lens and have to upgrade rings.. That's what made me go with the adjustable cheek piece. But I've been told both do the job and both are trustable. But i had to go with the cheek piece because of the adjustablity and how sick they look when done right. So I say cheek piece all the way.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: doc76251</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Karstan if you need more than 1/2" of elevation.
Eagle if you need less than 1/2"
Both if you need 1/2" or more.
Cheek packs can serve multiple purposes, the saddle solves only one. Both together applied thoughtfully are like a Reese's Peanut Butter cup, they go great together.
Cheers,
Doc </div></div>
+10 to that^^^ </div></div>
thanks
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Frank Cordrey</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dallas12</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Where did you get it from?</div></div>
Straight from him ....... Karsten Cheek Rest </div></div>
Exactly. Very friendly guy and excellent customer service.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Frank Cordrey</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dallas12</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Where did you get it from?</div></div>
Straight from him ....... Karsten Cheek Rest </div></div>
Exactly. Very friendly guy and excellent customer service.
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
Besides that its just a great product.
I figured it would be flimsy and cheap even when I got it. But it was still a little more rugged than I expected then we put it on and I tightened it just enough to hold it and those thumb wheels this it solid and it doesn't budge at all for me. And it makes a worlds of difference when looking through the scope.
Besides that its just a great product.
I figured it would be flimsy and cheap even when I got it. But it was still a little more rugged than I expected then we put it on and I tightened it just enough to hold it and those thumb wheels this it solid and it doesn't budge at all for me. And it makes a worlds of difference when looking through the scope.
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CK_32</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Besides that its just a great product.
I figured it would be flimsy and cheap even when I got it. But it was still a little more rugged than I expected then we put it on and I tightened it just enough to hold it and those thumb wheels this it solid and it doesn't budge at all for me. And it makes a worlds of difference when looking through the scope. </div></div>
just to keep playing on what we are talking about....what led you to thinking you needed one? I just haven't shot at all yet, still building my first bolt gun. Im a smaller guy (dunno if that has anything to do with it) so before i buy one i would love to know if i, indeed, even needed it.
thanks once again
*rifle is a 10FCP HS Precision
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CK_32</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Besides that its just a great product.
I figured it would be flimsy and cheap even when I got it. But it was still a little more rugged than I expected then we put it on and I tightened it just enough to hold it and those thumb wheels this it solid and it doesn't budge at all for me. And it makes a worlds of difference when looking through the scope. </div></div>
just to keep playing on what we are talking about....what led you to thinking you needed one? I just haven't shot at all yet, still building my first bolt gun. Im a smaller guy (dunno if that has anything to do with it) so before i buy one i would love to know if i, indeed, even needed it.
thanks once again
*rifle is a 10FCP HS Precision
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
here's a stupid question. i assume the black padded piece is supposed to glued to the outside of the cheek rest?
here's a stupid question. i assume the black padded piece is supposed to glued to the outside of the cheek rest?
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
Anyone have a pic of the Karsten on a AR-10? Thanks guys
Anyone have a pic of the Karsten on a AR-10? Thanks guys
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SwatSgt</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Anyone have a pic of the Karsten on a AR-10? Thanks guys </div></div>
THAT would be interesting. Hmmmmmmmm, I may have to try that.
Cheers,
Doc
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SwatSgt</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Anyone have a pic of the Karsten on a AR-10? Thanks guys </div></div>
THAT would be interesting. Hmmmmmmmm, I may have to try that.
Cheers,
Doc
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
I just did a mentoring weekend at Ft. Campbell and because of the severe weather going on we did allot of indoor work. One workshop we do quite often is to have team members make cheek rests for a variety of weapons. I've been doing them for about 15 years now and they are so easy. Another retired SGM printed out this well known walk through from a couple years ago on the web to have at all the work tables;
http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=284834
I brought 25, 12X12 by 3/16" kydex from a source in Nashville (at $9.00 each) and other mentor members brought belt sanders (also can be done by hand with sandpaper and files), cutters and heat guns. It's always fun to show the guy's, even those who say they can't build or fix anything how easy it really is. One of the best things about making one up for a specific weapon is that you can actually make it fit the curvature of the stock. We had one soldier make a great one for an extension stock of an AR.
I just did a mentoring weekend at Ft. Campbell and because of the severe weather going on we did allot of indoor work. One workshop we do quite often is to have team members make cheek rests for a variety of weapons. I've been doing them for about 15 years now and they are so easy. Another retired SGM printed out this well known walk through from a couple years ago on the web to have at all the work tables;
http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=284834
I brought 25, 12X12 by 3/16" kydex from a source in Nashville (at $9.00 each) and other mentor members brought belt sanders (also can be done by hand with sandpaper and files), cutters and heat guns. It's always fun to show the guy's, even those who say they can't build or fix anything how easy it really is. One of the best things about making one up for a specific weapon is that you can actually make it fit the curvature of the stock. We had one soldier make a great one for an extension stock of an AR.
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: daguyfromlv</div><div class="ubbcode-body">here's a stupid question. i assume the black padded piece is supposed to glued to the outside of the cheek rest? </div></div>
That would be correct, sir. And it's not a stupid question if you don't know.
I have a Karsten cheekpiece on my work rifle and I heartily endorse it. And Karsten's a great guy to deal with, too. I don't use the neoprene pad on mine; I didn't need it on the McMillan stock the cheekpiece is mounted to and see no need for it on the cheekrest. I do think a lot of folks will prefer it though. The really nice thing about the cheekrest is its adjustability; you can place it exactly where you need it for a 100% natural hold, which is important if you are going to be on the scope for extended periods of time, but change its height quickly and easily if you need to. My rifle is camouflaged with Krylon, and the paint adheres well to the cheekpiece. It's a great piece of equipment.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: daguyfromlv</div><div class="ubbcode-body">here's a stupid question. i assume the black padded piece is supposed to glued to the outside of the cheek rest? </div></div>
That would be correct, sir. And it's not a stupid question if you don't know.
I have a Karsten cheekpiece on my work rifle and I heartily endorse it. And Karsten's a great guy to deal with, too. I don't use the neoprene pad on mine; I didn't need it on the McMillan stock the cheekpiece is mounted to and see no need for it on the cheekrest. I do think a lot of folks will prefer it though. The really nice thing about the cheekrest is its adjustability; you can place it exactly where you need it for a 100% natural hold, which is important if you are going to be on the scope for extended periods of time, but change its height quickly and easily if you need to. My rifle is camouflaged with Krylon, and the paint adheres well to the cheekpiece. It's a great piece of equipment.
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
I spoke with Karsten about these on SLR's like AR's & FAL's, & he said that several guys had done it. And that the only thing to watch for when installing it was to avoid putting it where the bolts would have an interference fit with the buffer tube. IE; don't drill thru the tube.
The cheekpiece idea's come up a bunch of times in the past, here's another post on it, which contains links to a few other cheekpiece ideas.
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...130#Post1666130
I made comment in that thread as well, & the second link I posted looks like a real neat option. Although I do have a Karsten, & would buy another.
I spoke with Karsten about these on SLR's like AR's & FAL's, & he said that several guys had done it. And that the only thing to watch for when installing it was to avoid putting it where the bolts would have an interference fit with the buffer tube. IE; don't drill thru the tube.
The cheekpiece idea's come up a bunch of times in the past, here's another post on it, which contains links to a few other cheekpiece ideas.
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...130#Post1666130
I made comment in that thread as well, & the second link I posted looks like a real neat option. Although I do have a Karsten, & would buy another.
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: doc76251</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SwatSgt</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Anyone have a pic of the Karsten on a AR-10? Thanks guys </div></div>
THAT would be interesting. Hmmmmmmmm, I may have to try that.
Cheers,
Doc </div></div>
Doc, If you get it done in the next few days and don't mind post a Pic of it please. I would love to put one on my rifle but I am a little worried about having enough room on the cheek piece after I mount it far enough back that it won't intrude with the charging handle. But on a side note the front on the cheek piece could always be groved to allow room for the charging handle to fully cycle. If you have a Karstens already and wouldn't mind just laying it over an AR-10 stock or AR-15 A2 stock I would greatly appreciate it. All I am worried about is the charging handle clearance.
Semper Fi
Tommy
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: doc76251</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SwatSgt</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Anyone have a pic of the Karsten on a AR-10? Thanks guys </div></div>
THAT would be interesting. Hmmmmmmmm, I may have to try that.
Cheers,
Doc </div></div>
Doc, If you get it done in the next few days and don't mind post a Pic of it please. I would love to put one on my rifle but I am a little worried about having enough room on the cheek piece after I mount it far enough back that it won't intrude with the charging handle. But on a side note the front on the cheek piece could always be groved to allow room for the charging handle to fully cycle. If you have a Karstens already and wouldn't mind just laying it over an AR-10 stock or AR-15 A2 stock I would greatly appreciate it. All I am worried about is the charging handle clearance.
Semper Fi
Tommy
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Grounds Keeper</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I spoke with Karsten about these on SLR's like AR's & FAL's, & he said that several guys had done it. And that the only thing to watch for when installing it was to avoid putting it where the bolts would have an interference fit with the buffer tube. IE; don't drill thru the tube.
The cheekpiece idea's come up a bunch of times in the past, here's another post on it, which contains links to a few other cheekpiece ideas.
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...130#Post1666130
I made comment in that thread as well, & the second link I posted looks like a real neat option. Although I do have a Karsten, & would buy another. </div></div>
Grounds Keeper,
I email Karsten a few times the other night and if his product is as good as his business skills he should have one nice product. I emailed him at 2130 eastern time expecting to get a response the next mornig. He answered in less then 5 minutes and then responded to the second email just as quick. My issue is getting a cheek rest high enough on a A2 style AR-10 stock becuase I have a Millett LRS-1 and its mounts are hugh. To top that off the DPMS LR-308 its on has the raised rail so its another 1/4" of height I have to over come.
Karsten advsied if you mount the screw holes directly under the buffer tube it should allow 1.45" of adjustment and if you go a little lower like he first measured he said about 1.35". And thanks for sharing the other links it gave me a few ideas so if they work out I will post some pics and give the measurments if anyone else is in need of them. Thanks again guys and Semper Fi Tommy
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Grounds Keeper</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I spoke with Karsten about these on SLR's like AR's & FAL's, & he said that several guys had done it. And that the only thing to watch for when installing it was to avoid putting it where the bolts would have an interference fit with the buffer tube. IE; don't drill thru the tube.
The cheekpiece idea's come up a bunch of times in the past, here's another post on it, which contains links to a few other cheekpiece ideas.
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...130#Post1666130
I made comment in that thread as well, & the second link I posted looks like a real neat option. Although I do have a Karsten, & would buy another. </div></div>
Grounds Keeper,
I email Karsten a few times the other night and if his product is as good as his business skills he should have one nice product. I emailed him at 2130 eastern time expecting to get a response the next mornig. He answered in less then 5 minutes and then responded to the second email just as quick. My issue is getting a cheek rest high enough on a A2 style AR-10 stock becuase I have a Millett LRS-1 and its mounts are hugh. To top that off the DPMS LR-308 its on has the raised rail so its another 1/4" of height I have to over come.
Karsten advsied if you mount the screw holes directly under the buffer tube it should allow 1.45" of adjustment and if you go a little lower like he first measured he said about 1.35". And thanks for sharing the other links it gave me a few ideas so if they work out I will post some pics and give the measurments if anyone else is in need of them. Thanks again guys and Semper Fi Tommy
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
Karsten's cheekpieces qualify as probably one of the best $50-60 I've ever spent on gun stuff. Both my wife's F/TR rifle and my 12 F/TR have them on there. When someone gets a new 12 F/TR usually my first recommendation is to toss the factory cheekpiece and get one of Karsten's.
YMMV,
Monte
Karsten's cheekpieces qualify as probably one of the best $50-60 I've ever spent on gun stuff. Both my wife's F/TR rifle and my 12 F/TR have them on there. When someone gets a new 12 F/TR usually my first recommendation is to toss the factory cheekpiece and get one of Karsten's.
YMMV,
Monte
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
Yep, lots of guys put stock packs on in addition to Karsten's cheek pieces. Many of us would have to really reorganize our kit if we didn't have said pocket attached to the rifle.
They're real handy for keeping the essentials affixed to the rig, including spare allen wrenches; for the cheek piece. As well as tools for anything else on the rifle. Amongst other copies of essential bits and pieces of gear that is.
Yep, lots of guys put stock packs on in addition to Karsten's cheek pieces. Many of us would have to really reorganize our kit if we didn't have said pocket attached to the rifle.
They're real handy for keeping the essentials affixed to the rig, including spare allen wrenches; for the cheek piece. As well as tools for anything else on the rifle. Amongst other copies of essential bits and pieces of gear that is.
Re: Karsten Kydex Adjustable cheek rest.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HD1911</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CK_32</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Besides that its just a great product.
I figured it would be flimsy and cheap even when I got it. But it was still a little more rugged than I expected then we put it on and I tightened it just enough to hold it and those thumb wheels this it solid and it doesn't budge at all for me. And it makes a worlds of difference when looking through the scope. </div></div>
just to keep playing on what we are talking about....what led you to thinking you needed one? I just haven't shot at all yet, still building my first bolt gun. Im a smaller guy (dunno if that has anything to do with it) so before i buy one i would love to know if i, indeed, even needed it.
thanks once again
*rifle is a 10FCP HS Precision </div></div>
What made me know i needed one was the cheek weld.. When you have to float your head and hope you hold it in the right position to see the cross hairs perfectly instead of having you cheek firm against the stock and getting clear scope picture EVERY TIME is the reason I knew i NEEDED it. And yes if your stock is set to look down the rifle sites rather then for a scope Id suggest highly getting one.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: daguyfromlv</div><div class="ubbcode-body">here's a stupid question. i assume the black padded piece is supposed to glued to the outside of the cheek rest? </div></div>
Yes. Its for grip (If wanted) I have not put mine on because I dont have a need for it yet.. Its meant for sweaty cheeks if its wanted they provide it so there is no bitching or complaining.. Them just thinking ahead which was smart..
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: memilanuk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Karsten's cheekpieces qualify as probably one of the best $50-60 I've ever spent on gun stuff. Both my wife's F/TR rifle and my 12 F/TR have them on there. When someone gets a new 12 F/TR usually my first recommendation is to toss the factory cheekpiece and get one of Karsten's.
YMMV,
Monte </div></div>
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HD1911</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CK_32</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Besides that its just a great product.
I figured it would be flimsy and cheap even when I got it. But it was still a little more rugged than I expected then we put it on and I tightened it just enough to hold it and those thumb wheels this it solid and it doesn't budge at all for me. And it makes a worlds of difference when looking through the scope. </div></div>
just to keep playing on what we are talking about....what led you to thinking you needed one? I just haven't shot at all yet, still building my first bolt gun. Im a smaller guy (dunno if that has anything to do with it) so before i buy one i would love to know if i, indeed, even needed it.
thanks once again
*rifle is a 10FCP HS Precision </div></div>
What made me know i needed one was the cheek weld.. When you have to float your head and hope you hold it in the right position to see the cross hairs perfectly instead of having you cheek firm against the stock and getting clear scope picture EVERY TIME is the reason I knew i NEEDED it. And yes if your stock is set to look down the rifle sites rather then for a scope Id suggest highly getting one.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: daguyfromlv</div><div class="ubbcode-body">here's a stupid question. i assume the black padded piece is supposed to glued to the outside of the cheek rest? </div></div>
Yes. Its for grip (If wanted) I have not put mine on because I dont have a need for it yet.. Its meant for sweaty cheeks if its wanted they provide it so there is no bitching or complaining.. Them just thinking ahead which was smart..
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: memilanuk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Karsten's cheekpieces qualify as probably one of the best $50-60 I've ever spent on gun stuff. Both my wife's F/TR rifle and my 12 F/TR have them on there. When someone gets a new 12 F/TR usually my first recommendation is to toss the factory cheekpiece and get one of Karsten's.
YMMV,
Monte </div></div>
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