Newbie Stock/bottom metal Selection Advice

[North Island Hunter]

I own a Remington model 700, 270 WIN, A6779639, ILON, NY. (BDL - Hinged floorplate)
Due too the steep terrain, dense brush and wet conditions of where I hunt; I am interested in the following replacing the stock.

1) Can you Recommend a stock (or a couple to narrow my search) that would improve the Rifles performance (accuracy), is water resistant and durable? I use the Rifle for Dear Hunting. I do appreciate the tactical look and the "tunablility" however I do not want to attract the attention that a "sniper" type Rifle sometimes does. I guess I am looking for all the functionality, the ability to shoot accurately standing and prone but want to avoid the "full on Military only sniper" look.

2) I don't like to climb with the Rife loaded; when I come upon game I lose time loading Rifle. Would you recommend converting the Remington 700 to a removable Magazine?

3) Are muzzle breaks only threaded to the barrel? Are they a worthwhile addition? my Rifle barral does not have threads.

I have been looking at alot of stocks and Bottom metal options, so far Mcmillan and HS Precision are on the top of my list but I am inexperienced and don't want to make a costly ineffectual mistake.

Thanks in advance.

 

[DavidS]

Hi,
Welcome here.
Can't recommend a stock, but the forums will have lots of info. Generally seems to be a point of preference only. Some people seem to love the synthetic stocks, others hate them. How the stock interacts with the action and barrel seems to be the most important factor affecting accuracy, but different guns seem to like different things...heavier barrels seem to prefer free floating (not touching the stock near the forend) while some lighter barrels seem to like a little forend pressure, and still others like full length bedding.
Not liking to climb with a loaded rifle it seems smart. I have had guns with hinged floorplates, and would often walk with the rifle loaded, but not having advanced a cartridge into the chamber. That way, there will certainly not be any accidental discharge, but you are not too far away from being ready with a quick (and quiet) cycle of the action.
All of the muzzle breaks I am aware of thread onto the barrel, but I am no expert in that regard. Most people seem to like them for reducing recoil. With a .270 it likely isn't an issue. Any change in accuracy provided by a muzzle break is probably not relevant to deer hunting. Your hearing, however will probably want some protection, as the sound is partially diverted to the sides.

I would say that getting your accuracy up by lots of practice with the existing rig is likely a better use of your money than buying aftermarket stocks and muzzle-breaks. Most of my rifles already shoot much better than I do, and most of them are stock setups.

Good luck with your decision -making.
DavidS.

 

[facemans]

In regards to weather/water resistance a synthetic stock is what you are looking for

 

[Stevebot-7]

There are also some manufacturers who machine muzzle brakes directly into their barrels. Cannot remember any names at the moment.

If you want to spend some money and get some quality you could check out Alberta Tactical Rifle Supply.