Hi!
Some years ago I managed to get a hold of what seems to be a nicely sporterized 1903, polished and blued, Douglas 30-06 barrel, Timney trigger, period Redfield scope, etc. The stock was damaged in transit, right at the wrist/pistol grip. I sent the gun to some folks who repaired wooden stocks, and they declined the job, saying the stock was not inletted correctly and would not be safe to fire. I am not sure if they meant after their repairs or as made. I have never shot it.
So, I am looking for someone who could make a new stock for it, classic American hunting stock. I would like walnut, not birch, maple or laminated wood, but nothing exhibition grade. Something along the lines of a pre-64 Win 70 standard grade. Perhaps also a grip cap, ebony foreend tip, basic right-handed cheekpiece, and basic checkering.
I got a settlement from Fedex, so I am not into this for a great deal of money. I realize skilled stockmakers probably don't want to waste their time on standard grade work, but I would just like something nicely done that I can finally take out and shoot.
My Google searches for this type of thing never seem to find reputable, quality service providers, and so I am asking for your help in finding someone who might be willing to do this for a reasonable sum. Or, if there is a quality production stockmaker who sells semi-inletted stocks that could be finished by someone competent (not me), any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks! I have attached a pic to give a sense of what I'm dealing with.
Some years ago I managed to get a hold of what seems to be a nicely sporterized 1903, polished and blued, Douglas 30-06 barrel, Timney trigger, period Redfield scope, etc. The stock was damaged in transit, right at the wrist/pistol grip. I sent the gun to some folks who repaired wooden stocks, and they declined the job, saying the stock was not inletted correctly and would not be safe to fire. I am not sure if they meant after their repairs or as made. I have never shot it.
So, I am looking for someone who could make a new stock for it, classic American hunting stock. I would like walnut, not birch, maple or laminated wood, but nothing exhibition grade. Something along the lines of a pre-64 Win 70 standard grade. Perhaps also a grip cap, ebony foreend tip, basic right-handed cheekpiece, and basic checkering.
I got a settlement from Fedex, so I am not into this for a great deal of money. I realize skilled stockmakers probably don't want to waste their time on standard grade work, but I would just like something nicely done that I can finally take out and shoot.
My Google searches for this type of thing never seem to find reputable, quality service providers, and so I am asking for your help in finding someone who might be willing to do this for a reasonable sum. Or, if there is a quality production stockmaker who sells semi-inletted stocks that could be finished by someone competent (not me), any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks! I have attached a pic to give a sense of what I'm dealing with.
