Taking a stab at my first stock too. Found a local walnut guy with tons of old blanks. Doing my dads post 64 model 70. Gona have it rebarreled to 6mmAI. Still working on the inletting. Going surprisingly easy. What a joy this dry claro is to work with.
I’m am starting a build in 6mm rem AI. It’s a good fit for a medium action and should have a decent edge on the 243/6 creed. If somebody started making quality brass for the 6mm rem I think it would make a comeback, perfect fit for a tikka. I’ve got an old Winchester m70 I’m using as a donor and...
Anybody know of a red rubber butt pad that comes in extra tall? Like 5.75 or 6”? All the ones I’ve found are 5.5”. Want to make a stock with a higher comb.