Ruger #3

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how difficult is it to find a pistol grip stock for one of these? I have seen the end product, so apparently it's possible but where would I pick one up? It's apparently a different stock than the #1.
 
The #1 stock fits, the #3. The problem with going to a pistol grip on a #3 is finger clearance with the lever....it should be altered for better clearance. To alter a #3 is a sin, sell it and buy a #1 if you want a pistol grip.
 
I've been thinking about picking up a # 3 in a heavy caliber and was just thinking the stock didn't looks like it would be tremendously recoil friendly. I usually like something to hold on to. Am I way out in left field here?
 
Their butt plate, is where the problem is. Its metal. Again, if you are worried about the stock design, I suggest a #1. The #3's are going for big bucks these days, way to close to a #1 to buy one and alter it in my opinion.
 
It is also possible that, if the recoil is severe enough, and the rifle light enough, the lever design could play havoc with your knuckles. The lever is somewhat similar to the Highwalls/Lowwalls('85s) and the weight of my 85s is such that recoil is not a factor. I'd opt for a #1 or if you insist...#1 wood and lever..IMHO
 
ben hunchak said:
It is also possible that, if the recoil is severe enough, and the rifle light enough, the lever design could play havoc with your knuckles. The lever is somewhat similar to the Highwalls/Lowwalls('85s) and the weight of my 85s is such that recoil is not a factor. I'd opt for a #1 or if you insist...#1 wood and lever..IMHO
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My #3 In 45/70 weighs just over 7 pounds with scope and will drive a 400 grain jacketed bullet to 2110 fps with accuracy ..this is only 300 fps less than a 400 gr. in my .416 Rem Mag. Sako..however off the bags at the range in the #3, any thing above 1800 fps carries a price. As Mr. Hunchak has stated your knuckles will be the limiting factor and not your shoulder as to how much recoil you want to absorb in a shooting session.
 
Aw well I think this made the decision for me. I was thinking of the one in the EE for $575, but its 375 H&H and I don't really know that it would be the best combo for me
 
$575 is a great deal, unless it's been whipped. I picked up a 458 #1 for $600 including dies and 2 boxes of ammo a few years ago and still consider it one of my best gun deals.

But back to the original question. I'd sell it and replace it with a #1 if you're set on altering it to make it essentially into a #1. Or keep it and buy a #1 as well. But to alter it is not going to be a cost-effective way to get what you want. Too much work involved and the #3 is too desireable to chop.
 
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