Model 70 question

[Grizz66]

Hello, I figure this is the place to ask this question, here goes I just purchased a Winchester m-70 in 375h&h it came with a win. factory tupperware stock. i get home and take it out of the stock and see the barrel  recoil lug just hanging in space no contact at all with the stock. The $5 question is should I put some bedding compound in the barrel channel to make contact with the lug or just leave it alone? I know the stock is not original to the action. Any advice?Thanx in advance

[Silvertp]

The rear surface of the recoil lug should contact stock.  Space in front of and under the recoil lug is ok.

Yes, glass bed if you intend to use that stock....or sell it and pickup a better aftermarket stock.

Silvertp

[mannyrock]

  Well, you can just leave it alone, but you will probably be shooting trashcan lid groups.

  Obviously, the wooden stock was destroyed, and somebody just plopped it into any plastic stock they could find, just so they could sell it.  Happens all of the time.

  Oh well, now you have a new project!

Mannyrock

 

[gunnut69]

i HAVE A REAL DISTASTE FOR THE REALLY CHEAP SYNTHETICS BUT THEY CAN USUALLY BE BEDDED. The trick is getting the contact area clean and rough enough to give the polyester bedding compound a chance at sticking. Some even use a propane torch to roughen the surface where the bedding is to go. I would sincerely advise checking into adding a laminated stock for this rifle.

[drdougrx]

Grizzzzz.....is this NEW???   You been cruiz'n KTP again?

[Grizz66]

Gents thanx for confirming what I thought.  Yeah Doug I  did it again, can't be trusted with any free time . See ya on sunday?

[mannyrock]

 Or, you could just send the rifle off to McMillan, with about $750.00, and they would custom fit a new fiberglass stock for you.  In the long run, this would probably be the cheapest thing to do.

Mannyrock

[drdougrx]

nope...ole grizzz'll fugue it out!  See ya sunday Grizz.

[Grizz66]

Well, guys I did a little surfing and found Boyd's gunstocks,what do you think of them? I will probably go with the JRS lam stock. Manny I have 2 mac stocks on other guns I love them, but on this one I think either wood or lam is the way togo. Plus I got it at a rather inexpensive price and would like to keep the cost down, I still have to save some money to go with Dr.Doug bear hunting next fall. Again thanx in advance.

[skyhigh_seller]

I think your 375 should have a stock with dimensions different than other 70's, and that's for a reason.  You should get a safari-type stock for it.  The JRS ain't it.

[Grizz66]

Ok, Skyhigh i don't really understand different dimensions do you mean stock proportions? or action and barrel dimensions. I have had a few other guns in this cal and other than a cz 550 the stocks where rather slim. If you have something in mind please tell. I was thinking of the JRS because it looks like a straight line stock, similar to a factory stock. I don't think I need a heavier stock? I mean the .375's recoil is pretty well mannnered, not like a 416,458,. I not trying tobe combative or anything withya just trying to make a sound decission. Kinda of an afterthought statement I am trying to keep the weight down also the JRS weighs something like 3lbs. so that would keep the rifle down to about 9lbs or so, and I think it will be better than a plastic stock in the same price range. again thanx

[gunnut69]

I much prefer a laminate over the synthetic, especially for a medium or heavy. The style of the stock can greatly influence the effect the recoil can have on you. Generally the Weatherby style stock with it's sloped cheek piece has a moderating effect for me. The straight stocks or clasic styles tend to drive the butt directly to the rear and the muzzle flip causes the top of that straight comb impact the cheek of the shooter. A lot depends on the build of the shooter and the individuals recoil tolerance of course..

[Grizz66]

gunnut thanx for the input, this is one of those choices that will drive me nuts. I had a Weatherby DGR and really liked that stock config. This gun I wanted to keep it kinda that  mean and lean look I guess  it's time to start flipping coins to see wich way to go.
Thanx again gents
Dave

[drdougrx]

ALSO....Grizzz needs to mention that the barrel has a KBI muzzle break installed so this will mitigate some recoil.  We shot the gun on Sunday and it's honey!