Axis recoil pad removal

[crest117]

I have a fairly new Axis 308 and would like to add a bit of weight inside the stock to reduce recoil somewhat. My problem is I don't see how to remove the recoil pad to give access to the hollow area of the stock. There are no screws holding it on. So how is it removed?

[SThomas3791]

remove the rear sling swivel stud, then at the top of the stock there is a small clip that needs pushed in and the recoil pad will come right off. be super careful not to break that clip you push in though, they break easily.

[DrThunder88]

They do break easily but are mercifully not too important compared to the swivel stud.

[crest117]

Thank you both for the info. I was as careful as I could be and I still broke off the tab. Luckily I was able to trim and insert a block of wood with some JB Weld and use a screw through the hole left where the tab had been. Will be much easier to remove and replace now.