Stock switch
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B&C polymers are OK, but have nothing over an original wood stock in decent condition.
A well seasoned/well cared for wood stock will perform as well or better than a polymer stock, other than the "cool factor" and of course less maintenance.
B&C stocks aren't bad IMHO, but not worth the money, if the original wood stock works well.
This is just IMHO of course, but I've also gone through the effort to prove it to myself over comparing the performance of such stocks on rifles in the field, under all sorts of conditions. My opinion comes from putting a B&C stock onto a rifle that was in a proven stable, original wood stock, which had been bedded properly. I went back to the original and sold the B&C.
Some B&C stocks will have aluminum pillars or bedding blocks and that helps a lot, so if you can get one of those, it will at the very least be an equivalent.
As mentioned, make sure the barrel channel has lots of room around the barrel. These stocks tend to create issues when used in high heat or low cold conditions.
I guess, like any other stock, if they're set up properly they should work well. But it's a lot of trouble to go through if the stock already on the rifle is working well.
A well seasoned/well cared for wood stock will perform as well or better than a polymer stock, other than the "cool factor" and of course less maintenance.
B&C stocks aren't bad IMHO, but not worth the money, if the original wood stock works well.
This is just IMHO of course, but I've also gone through the effort to prove it to myself over comparing the performance of such stocks on rifles in the field, under all sorts of conditions. My opinion comes from putting a B&C stock onto a rifle that was in a proven stable, original wood stock, which had been bedded properly. I went back to the original and sold the B&C.
Some B&C stocks will have aluminum pillars or bedding blocks and that helps a lot, so if you can get one of those, it will at the very least be an equivalent.
As mentioned, make sure the barrel channel has lots of room around the barrel. These stocks tend to create issues when used in high heat or low cold conditions.
I guess, like any other stock, if they're set up properly they should work well. But it's a lot of trouble to go through if the stock already on the rifle is working well.
Maybe I should look for a replacement wood stock? The reason for the stock switch is the present stock is new and in pristine condition. I want to keep it that way and not use it for hunting. Anyone know where I would find a wood stock for a 1977 model 70 long action?
I have two custom rifles made on the B&C stocks. They are great as any other aftermarket stock. They have an internal aluminum bottom bedding, which mades it most rigid. They are slightly thick in the grip for some people, but fits me fine. In the past, I had HS Precision and Brown Precision that were also good however, the only downfall, they are costly.
You'll be most pleased with the B&C.
You'll be most pleased with the B&C.
All barrels on my rifles, whether custom or factory, are free-floating and fiberglass bedded, they go hand-in-hand. Trigger Tech and Timney triggers is a plus as well. To me, all mentioned, enhances accuracy. Accuracy, function and practice gives confidence in the field.
Del Selins, a small gun shop in Vernon BC, had a couple of stocks that would fit your rifle hanging on the wall, the last time I checked them out.
Just Google Del Selin's Gun Shop Vernon BC and you will get the contact information. He might even have a B&C stock on hand as he does carry a few.
You may want to think about what you intend to do with this rifle. It's from the "push feed era" so it may not be as collectible as earlier models, but in the condition you say it's in, taking it out into the elements, either with or without a different stock, is going to gather a few nicks, bruises, scrapes, and other wear on sharper edges. All of which will devalue the rifle to the same level as it would with a pristine stock in place, should you decide to sell.
The only way to keep the rifle collectible and keep up the value, is to stick it in the safe and leave it there.
Just Google Del Selin's Gun Shop Vernon BC and you will get the contact information. He might even have a B&C stock on hand as he does carry a few.
You may want to think about what you intend to do with this rifle. It's from the "push feed era" so it may not be as collectible as earlier models, but in the condition you say it's in, taking it out into the elements, either with or without a different stock, is going to gather a few nicks, bruises, scrapes, and other wear on sharper edges. All of which will devalue the rifle to the same level as it would with a pristine stock in place, should you decide to sell.
The only way to keep the rifle collectible and keep up the value, is to stick it in the safe and leave it there.
B&C are not polymer and they are not "great as any other aftermarket stock". Absolute pigs. You would do better with almost any stock but a hogue or ram line.
I have had good luck with actions dropping into them though.
McMillan or wildcat if they are in the budget
I have had good luck with actions dropping into them though.
McMillan or wildcat if they are in the budget
Of course B&C doesn't compare to McMillan or Wildcat or Manners, but the price is far less as well. I have McMillan on all of my custom rifles, but I have used B&C on a couple of factory rifles.
