Bedding boyds stock

[bobcat30]

I have a boyds thumbhole i would like to bed. Since the stock doesnt have pillars installed and dont have the proper equip to install them. Can and will a glass bedding job be just as effective? Do i fill magazine well with modeling clay? stagerfeed by the way.

[Axtell3]

I just glass bedded a classic. I din't use any clay or playdough. just don't pour the epoxy in! Its workable if you get some in, that you can cut or grind it back out.
A little is all it takes. Make sure you use your release agent, I take it you've read the articles about what to do...

[bobcat30]

yes i have read all i can. Its just my first time bedding one guess pictures are worth more than anything to see the exact setup bedded. Wish someone i knew personal knew somethn most smiths in the area would rather make the money than let ya see whats goin on. Oh well whats the worst that can happen get a mechanical lock and not get it apart!!!!

[bobcat30]

Also should i make sure the tang area is floated before i bed the action?

[Axtell3]

Yes, but float the tang with masking tape as you do the barrel, saves a little work with the grinder.

[bobcat30]

today i pillar and glass bed the boyds stock. Was nervous first one and all. Used lamp rod material for pillars and devcon the action. Just waiting for the glass to set up to remove and see how it all turned out! Hopefully everything turn out. Pictures to come.

[mtnkid85]

Is it dry yet? ;)

How did this turn out? Im just looking into this for my Stevens 200 and would be interested in some pictures...

[bobcat30]

sorry sold the gun shortly after to fund another project