You, the CGN membership, deserve an update on my situation as far as my stocks are concerned.
I already have a preliminary design for a next generation of stock. I have it drawn up in CAD and have spent some time investing in some additional equipment to help me make stocks less expensively. The goal for the next generation isn't necessarily to make anything better, although I've already been experimenting with a few things similar to what you are suggesting. The goal is to make it less expensive while adding a few more features. This will require additional cash and time to see it through, which I don't have, so it will have to wait.
I can't honestly say if this will ever come to fruition. I'm not willing to comment further on this at this time, so please don't ask. It's a long term goal.
Many people have expressed interest in my stocks but when it comes down to actually making a commitment I've only sold a few stocks. I started offering potential customers the option of having their handguards painted for free at the same as their stocks, but I haven't had any positive feedback in response to this. Perhaps this was a failure on my part and I should always be ready to have a stock in the mail instead of offering custom colours and the free painting of handguards, which takes some time to process.
Currently I'm looking for full time employment and have been for some time. My priorities and time commitments are prioritized towards that goal. I can be reached at
xandercustoms@hotmail.ca if anyone is serious about purchasing a stock. I'm not currently responding to private messages on CGN.
Thank-you to everyone who has made a comment in relation to my stocks or has expressed interest.