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Offline grodon of the north

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Appalachian carbine stock
« on: October 08, 2004, 09:41:50 PM »
:D Howdy all,
Wondering if anybody has used the Appalachin Contender carbine stock from Fox River Outfitters? If so how is comb height for sighting thru a scope? How about the general "feel"?
I am currently using the factory Rynite stock and find the comb height low even with a raised pad. Also, with a carbine length bull barrel, the rig is seriously muzzle heavy. Is the Appalachian Stock any heavier than the rynite mdl.? It certainly could be made so, stuffed with extra ammo, ect.
I could also envision filling the cavity with a bag of lead shot for range work with the likes of a 45-70 bbl. (Don't have one yet, but one can always wish :grin: ) Thanks for everything, G.
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« Reply #1 on: October 11, 2004, 07:14:12 PM »
Chris,
They are a composite stock w/ storage in the butt form Fox Ridge Outfitters (TC Custom shop?) http://www.foxridgeoutfitters.com/detail.cfmsection=16&subsection=148,167&product=3316
I'm looking for better balance w/ heavy 24" barrel and thought it might be a cost effective and also a space saving option.
G.
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« Reply #2 on: October 22, 2004, 03:49:55 PM »
I have one on a 17 HRM barrel and love it. I wouldn't recomend it for hard recoiling calibers. The stock is like a rectangular box coming straight back off the pistol grip and can't deliver the recoil comfortably. I like it for storing items but they must be packed tightly for stealth, otherwise they jingle and rattle inside. I got mine off an auction site and am really pleased with it.
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