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orchidman
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A few weeks back I asked opinions on which stock to get........................
orchidman
Posts: 8,415 Senior Member
Here is a link to the thread..... http://forums.gunsandammo.com/showthread.php?22416-If-you-had-to-choose-between-the-3-rifles-in-the-links
The majority of you voted for this one..........
http://www.howarifles.eu/resources/VARMINTER+STAINLESS+NUTMEG.jpg
So..............I ring the LGS just prior to Christmas and he said he is willing to get a couple of different stocks in for me to look at.............
Been a bit busy lately and finally today I had a chance to head over and have a look at what he had...............
He brings this out......................( Its not green btw, the lighting in the shop was terrible)
It didn't float my boat in any way shape or form............
...........and he didn't have the one that is in the first link above......................
But, he then brings out another stock, fits the barrelled action into it and passes it across the counter...............
(Its the top one in the pic)
It was a no brainer decision .............so I give him a deposit and pick.................................. the standard walnut stock.
Got a few things to do before I pick it up......Need to drop the Leupold 6-18 scope in and pick out some rings.......drop my 222 over barrel suppressor in so the gunsmith can make up a rear bush and thread the barrel............find some more money...............but I should have the rifle in a couple of weeks.
Reason I chose the standard stock is that its cheaper, more traditional, lighter, slightly shorter ( fits me better) and will be a lot more friendly as far as a 'walking around rifle......( not necessarily in that order I might add)
As far as the thumbhole stock goes, I have been blessed with oversize hands and the top of my thumb knuckle sits hard up against the top of the thumbhole.
Thanks for all your input guys.
As far as the Howa action goes, its not quite as smooth as my Tikka's but is close. The trigger is superb, light, no creep and very crisp. I am looking forward to seeing what she will do..............
Now all I have to do is figure out whether to get stainless rings to match the barrel, or black rings to match the scope.......
The majority of you voted for this one..........
http://www.howarifles.eu/resources/VARMINTER+STAINLESS+NUTMEG.jpg
So..............I ring the LGS just prior to Christmas and he said he is willing to get a couple of different stocks in for me to look at.............
Been a bit busy lately and finally today I had a chance to head over and have a look at what he had...............
He brings this out......................( Its not green btw, the lighting in the shop was terrible)
It didn't float my boat in any way shape or form............
...........and he didn't have the one that is in the first link above......................
But, he then brings out another stock, fits the barrelled action into it and passes it across the counter...............
(Its the top one in the pic)
It was a no brainer decision .............so I give him a deposit and pick.................................. the standard walnut stock.
Got a few things to do before I pick it up......Need to drop the Leupold 6-18 scope in and pick out some rings.......drop my 222 over barrel suppressor in so the gunsmith can make up a rear bush and thread the barrel............find some more money...............but I should have the rifle in a couple of weeks.
Reason I chose the standard stock is that its cheaper, more traditional, lighter, slightly shorter ( fits me better) and will be a lot more friendly as far as a 'walking around rifle......( not necessarily in that order I might add)
As far as the thumbhole stock goes, I have been blessed with oversize hands and the top of my thumb knuckle sits hard up against the top of the thumbhole.
Thanks for all your input guys.
As far as the Howa action goes, its not quite as smooth as my Tikka's but is close. The trigger is superb, light, no creep and very crisp. I am looking forward to seeing what she will do..............
Now all I have to do is figure out whether to get stainless rings to match the barrel, or black rings to match the scope.......
Still enjoying the trip of a lifetime and making the best of what I have.....
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Yep. The photo doesn't do it justice, it looks much better in the 'flesh' so to speak.
You suck.
What caliber again? I guess I could go back and read the old thread and see .204.
Dad 5-31-13
Thanks...............and its in .204.
Am leaning towards black rings at this stage........
I'd order a suppressor but the wait time is running 6 months from time of application to approval (or denial). I'm at the point that I don't plan that far ahead! :rotflmao:
― Douglas Adams
Yes, you SUCK. I've been waiting for my paperwork for over 6 months, for my 22 suppressor.
:up:
“When guns are outlawed, only patriots will have guns.”
Words of wisdom from Big Chief: Flush twice, it's a long way to the Mess Hall
I'd rather have my sister work in a whorehouse than own another Taurus!
Words of wisdom from Big Chief: Flush twice, it's a long way to the Mess Hall
I'd rather have my sister work in a whorehouse than own another Taurus!
About 2K cycles of the bolt will solve that little problem- - - - -get busy!
:tooth:
Jerry
And if stainless rings are "gay" what are aluminum rings?
For a person that will redneck a solution instead of paying money, you surprise me Chris. Why pay extra money for a hole/empty space..........? :devil:
( I guess women are an exception to the rule)
Except for dinner, cocktails and maybe a rose, you "pay" for women down there? :devil:
“When guns are outlawed, only patriots will have guns.”
Anything to do with a woman involves paying.....................either directly or indirectly..
True story: Buddy of mine who got badly burned in 2 divorces now resorts to 'paid women' for pleasure. Not your 'Hang around the street corner types' but a more exclusive class of lady. He argues that he isn't paying for the sex, what he is paying for is the ability to put his clothes back on and walk out the door without looking back, or making promises to 'Yes, I will call you in the morning dear'.............or buy them a house...............
Dad 5-31-13
Well you could play Switcharoo with one..........................:jester:
Words of wisdom from Big Chief: Flush twice, it's a long way to the Mess Hall
I'd rather have my sister work in a whorehouse than own another Taurus!