reinforcing what? Seems like opp spots for that. Don't recall seeing them on other stocks.
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They're called cross bolts and essentially reinforce the stock directly behind the action screws. Helps distribute the recoil energy over a larger area of the stock which helps to prevent the stock from cracking.
http://www.brownells.com/rifle-parts...prod13113.aspx
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http://www.realguns.com/images/hinmg...platedetal.jpg
They're even standard fair on the Savage Classic Series rifles
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Well I got my stock and fitted the action.............. When I torque it down the safety stops working and the bolt won't close down all the way. Bugger!
I've sent Jen an email but haven't heard back yet.....
Jen, please when you can, get back to me!
Cheers
Jason
Jasta, sorry to hear of the trouble you are having with your stock... bummer.
Is the weight that you listed above for the Classic or the Prarie Hunter stock? What is the weight of your rifle with the stock on it? Thanks and hope all works out with your stock.
Thanks m8
Its the Prairie Hunter stock, I only did the stocks without action so if you weigh your action that should get a idea.
At the moment I'm on notice to vacate my house due to the bushfires that we are having here in Australia, so I'm somewhat on edge.. All my firearms are safe at a mates place so I'm lucky there. Would be nice if Jen gets back to me as fast as she has for others.
Cheers
Jas
Thanks for the reply, Jas. I don't own an Axis yet which is why I am asking about the weight.
Good fortune to you with the fires - may they skip your place altogether. I also live in wildfire country and have been on notice like yourself a few times - no fun..
Jas,
Sorry for the delay in response - you will be receiving an email shortly outlining what will need to be done, unfortunately you did receive one of our prototypes. I will also send you a PM here on SS detailing the next steps. Again, my apologies for the delay in response and we look forward to clearing this up quickly.
Best Regards,
Jen
Unfortunately, we do not offer youth stocks at this time. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Our standard pull I is 13.75". Depending on which model you order, the butt can be shortened by either you or a gunsmith. We do not modify our stocks prior to shipping. Please let me know if we can be of further assistance!
~Wendy
Thanks, Jas.
Wow 8.5 lbs.. with a scope and rings and sling that would make the rig right at 10lbs - like the Ruger M77 I am selling because of .... it's heavy weight.
Boyds, is there any chance of developing a slimmer, lighter weight stock for those of us who want a wood stock but also want a rifle light enough to carry far afield on the hunt?
Not a lot of places you can cut/save weight on a Savage Axis or 110. One just has to face it...they're a bit hefty and you just have to live with it. You can save a few ounces here and there on individual components (plastic trigger guard, aluminum bases and rings, lightweight scope, etc.) but they are what they are. Just look at all the metal that Savage had to machine off the bolt and receiver of the Model 11/111 Lightweight Hunter, and then they still had to usea bunch of plastic bits to get it down to 5.5 pounds naked.
Finally ordered my stock on the 16th (hated having to wait like that). Unfortunately for me, the site even said there would be delays. Still no word on when my stock will be shipping, but I can't wait to get my hands on it. For the Boyds rep on this site, order number 33822 ;)
Hopefully I'll be getting mine soon... looks like I may finally be moving in the next week or 2.
Sent my prototype stock back as requested by Boyds. They said they would overnight a replacement. Sent the stock back Monday and no replacement stock yet.
Arrived and fits perfectly. Very happy with the stock. The butt pad is a little disappointing, in fact it's worse than the one savage put on the stock stock. The rest of it I am VERY happy. The fit was perfect, no adjustment of any sort needed, literally plug and play.
It looks much better in person than the pictures, the red is RED the black more black
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Looks very nice, just recieved my shipping notification a few minutes ago!! Mines on its way WOO HOO!! (: Now to save up for some really good glass in the near future..
How is the reach to the trigger? I don't have mine put together but just holding it I think it may be a bit long for me. I don't have small hands but they are not large either.
no problem for me.
I just got a follow up call from Boyd's to see if I was happy with the stock. AWESOME customer service!
I just got the same call. Could not tell them much since it will be a month before I can swap the stocks.
To bed or not to bed...that is the question...
Couldn't send mine back as USPS wanted me to open an account in Oz and pay.. HELL NO! Boyds came to the party after I sent them an email asking what I can do. All they wanted was photo of the stuffed one cut in 2 as proof of death. New one on its way.
BIG THANKS TO BOYDS
cheers
Jas
Hi fellow Savage Shooters! I'm a newbie here and will update my profile shortly. I just wanted to voice my gratitude to Jen and Wendy for their excellent feedback. I ordered my FT Thumbhole in Pepper on the 11th and after being informed of the few snags that Boyds have experienced with the initial stocks, I have been assured that in their efforts to expedite the order backlog, there will be no compromise on quality. I bought my Axis about a year ago and have been waiting since then for Boyds to address the only real drawback of these rifles. I guess I'll just have to be patient for a week or two longer, which is not a big deal considering I've already waited for a year. Safe shooting and happy hunting to All!
Well, well, what do you know? An hour and five minutes after my post above, I received a shipping notification from USPS with tracking number etcetera. At this point it is just an electronic notification from Boyds to USPS as it still shows "awaiting shipment" on my account information with Boyds. To me it screams: "Your stock is ready and waiting for collection from USPS!!!" Well done Boyds! Two weeks is not at all bad, considering the problems that needed ironing out. Now I can only hope that it will be of similar quality as the other 3 stocks that I bought in the past. Now I remember what it felt like a week or so before Christmas, when the Big Box under the Christmas tree had my name on it and all I had to do was wait, wait and the wait a little more.
Safe shooting and happy hunting to All!
I'm sure it won't be long, I must have got a lucky break or just ordered the next batch made. I didn't get anything custom just the forest camo thumbhole stock. Due to arrive on tuesday and it'll be on tuesday night!! (: (hope my enthusiasm isn't taken as rubbing it in Jhawk60)
Not taken as rubbing it in at all, I would be enthusiastic as well. I just hate the wait.
Mine is just a pepper classic with no custom work. Now at two weeks and one day since ordering and still says awaiting shipment. I'm still hoping to get it in time to install it and sight it in before hunting season but with my track record with ordering stuff online I won't hold my breath.
I hope yours fits like a glove.
Can anyone tell me if these stocks are pillar bedded or just drilled for the action screws ?
well i got my stock today.went to put it on and the barrel is against the right side of the barrel channel.and its so tight that i have to pull hard to get it out of the stock.seems that it isnt right somewhere.any suggestions
good idea but i think i will wait till Monday to get talking to someone from boyds.first time ordering from them but i hope they have good customer service and will provide for a easy problem fix and a happy customer.
Mine is at the post office, get it tomorrow. :eagerness: Please don't let be one of the prototypes...:(
Received the stock and put it to my action tightend the bolts and trigger didn't work, figured out its my Timney Trigger adjustment machine screw. Can either grind about 1/8" off the screw or drill a shallow recess in the trigger guard, After I figured out it wasn't the stock I felt better! I'll post pics tomorrow from my computer.
Just r'cvd the classic camo stock from Boyd's and it was as simple an installation as they had advertised. Popped in the barrel, two screws tightened, magazine placed and she was ready to go. My Savage Edge .270 W looks incredible! The fit and finish we're both worth the wait. Can't wait to get on the range to gauge the handling and recoil. Very pleased!
I'd grind the screw if it won't interfere with the trigger function. Which screw is it?
My stock is still in limbo. Waiting for a return call from Boyds tomorrow (called today but it was just before they closed). Lisa said hopefully it was shipped and they just didn't update the order info. This Thursday makes three weeks since ordering.
So here it is. Boyds classic on Pepper....Fit like a glove :)
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Like a lemming, LOL
I'll post b/4 & after upon receipt
luck,greg
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I got mine last week but It appears that I received a prototype. The bolt release lever can't be pushed down far enough to release the bolt. I think the inlet is too deep at the rear of the action. Other than that the stock looks and fits the barrel perfectly, a great improvement over the plastic stock.
Lol, I just realized that you saw this pic in the pictures thread!
Matt
[IMG]http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/z...psec676483.jpg[/IMG]Well I opted to drill a recess in the trigger guard about 1/8" deep. It was a meaty part towards the front of the trigger guard by where the magazine sits. jhawk60 on the timney trigger there is a set screw to adjust the trigger release depth to the sear? at the front of the trigger assembly that isn't on the stock trigger and sticks down about 1/8" or so with a tiney lock nut and just needed a smidge more room and there was a lot of material where I drilled just a little out to make room for it in the trigger guard. Once back together you can't see it and it didn't affect anythings function or strength. I flipped the strap and bipod after the pic, worked better that way (: Now just need to find a screaming deal on some quality optics for my next feel good purchase, this one works but it's fussy about the eye relief.
Yip, me too. Now picture that Pepper in FT Thumbhole, which what is on its way to me. I'm sticking with the black trigger guard as the scope, rail, mag and suppressor are all black anyway.
My bolt release works fine so all is good..:)
Wahoo, just got my shipping notification from Boyds !