Rank factory sythetic stocks.. any worthy?

[Hawk45]

Looking at a new rifle and want to keep it light so synthetic seems the only way to go. Have a few in mind but don't have much experience with factory synthetics other than Savage/Stevens.

How do Tikka, Remington SPS and Savage rank among factory synthetics?

 

[patrol120]

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The stocks on the Browning X-Bolts really arent bad. I dont mind the TC Icon stocks, for a hunting rifle.

 

[chris223]

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My stock on my 700 was garbage .

 

[vman]

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The HS precision stocks arent too bad. They are rigid which I like. The worst thing in some synthetic stocks is inherent flex. I have seen this on a few Steyr rifles where the stock would rub the barrel on occasion.

 

[ORD]

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With the exception of some of the HS Precision stocks offered on "factory" rifles, all of the factory synthetic stocks are pretty "RANK."

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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"Synthetic" covers a pretty broad spectrum. Are you talking about plastic or fiberglass?

I have not found any plastic stocks that I would consider satisfactory. If I was going for a lightweight synthetic stock I would look at a Manners or McMillan composite stock. McMillan offers their "edge" lightweight stocks and I believe Manners offers a lightweigt as well.

 

[6BR_Sniper]

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As far as injection molded stock they are all about the same. Savages are probably the worst.

 

[jimi]

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try to get your hands on one of the oldr model howas, just before they made them with the hogue they come with now....the synthetic stock i have is not too bad at all....

has a right handed palm swell, and nice wide beavertail forend, give it a skim bedding job and it shoots REAL one hole groups at 100. they are a couple of years old though so you might have to search through the back room of some gun shops... i did... but it was cheaper as it was an older model........still brand new though..... best purchase i have made from a local gunshop...ever....shot a whole family of foxes last night with it...

jim

 

[45.308]

Re: Rank factory sythetic stocks.. any worthy?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hawk45</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looking at a new rifle and want to keep it light so synthetic seems the only way to go. Have a few in mind but don't have much experience with factory synthetics other than Savage/Stevens.

How do Tikka, Remington SPS and Savage rank among factory synthetics? </div></div>

Tikka is good and I would not swap out. The flutted barrel series hover just under 5.5 pounds for short action with 1moa guarantee. Around $200 more than SPS or standard Savage but I think worth the extra coin. Down side is the detachable mag, for the price they could offer a better mag.

SPS pretty flimsy but work.

New Savage with alloy block is quite stiff but slick. Their weather guard series did the trick for off the shelf.

I agree the Browning is one of the best as long as you stay away from some of their ti series that require special scope bases.

I like the new Winchester too if you can find one.

 

[Yasherka]

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Remington SPS (T) was garbage (now has XLR)

PSS was OK, but nothing spectacular. It was replaced with a McMillan A3 (but this was some time ago).

OTOH, Sako TRG stocks are excellent! I have no intention. of replacing mine, although I'm not sure there is even an aftermarket stock available for them. Very ergonomic, adjustable, and rigid.

Personal opinion: if you go with the SPS, you are probably going to want to replace the stock.

 

[Hawk45]

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Actually really leaning towards the Tikka.. just can't decide on the 20" or 24" in .223.

 

[Yasherka]

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I have no experience with a Tikka, but I haven't heard anything bad about them...quite the contrary.

As for the barrel length, I suppose that will depend on the intended use; if maneuverability or weight are issues, go with the shorter one. My .223 varmint gun wears a 26", but it's not like I'm humping it through the woods up and down the mountains.

 

[PatrickChewing]

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Hawk, I have a Tikka in .223 and it is a blast to shoot. Its alot of bang for the buck too!

Also I have a Winchester 300WSM for my hunting rifle and I have been very pleased the factory stock.

PC

 

[hackit2]

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I have a Remington 700 Var. SPS. Factory synthetic stock was a step above Ramline. I choose Bell & Carlson Medalist Target A5,
VERY HAPPY ! Buddies have McMillian, Manners, and HS Precision,
and are All Happy with their choices !
Different Strokes For Different Folks !!
To Each Their Own !!!