Re-Barreling a Model 11 Trophy Hunter XP - What stock?
Hey all,
Been reading a lot and trying to figure out exactly what type of stock I need.
I'm replacing the stock .308 sporter profile barrel with a mcgowen 6.5 Creedmoor 'savage varmint' profile barrel. I'd like to replace the factory stock as well. With the change in barrel profile, would I need a stock designed for a model 12? Seems to fit most of the characteristics of the rifle. It's stagger fed with detachable box magazine and varmint profile barrel. That seems to be correct to me but I would like to be sure.
Does anyone have any suggestions for a stocks? I haven't made up my mind on what type of stock I'd like. I like the look of wood and am leaning towards a boyds classic, but my buddy keeps chatting my ear off about his bell & carlson.
Merry Christmas!
CottageCheese
Re-Barreling a Model 11 Trophy Hunter XP - What stock?
Hi Captain.. Merry Christmas too!
I have the 11TH in 223 sporter, bottom bolt release. I found a 12FV stock so I could swap in a heavy bbl 204 ruger or varmint 223. Barrels fit fine but I have issues getting the plastic magazine to feed in the FV stock. Some trimming required but it won't sit high enough and the bolt slips over the next round.
I wonder if I should have purchased the Boyd's for varmint and bench work. Just sharing some experience with mine. YMMV though..