Drilling into a HS Precision stock???

**nathantc** · 06-29-2021, 04:07 PM

Ok So im finally starting my rifle project. Im $1900 invested up to this point, so i don't want to ruin the stock. My issue is i want to install this

150-108 Stock Embedding Spigot Versa-Pod Bipod Adapter

So has anyone here modified a HS Precision stock? I'll need to drill a hole about 8" deep into the forearm, and then decide what to use to epoxy/glue the spigot into place. I know there is other ways of attaching my Fortmeier bipod but this is how i want my end results to look, feel, and function.

Below is a photo of my rifle (Savage 110 FCP HS Precision in 300 PRC, SKU Number. 22088) using the dual swivel stud mounting holes with a picatinny rail i had, that just happened to fit perfectly, and the rail to spigot adaptor that came with the bipod

And this is how i want my finished bipod set up to look, feel, and function. This is just sitting in place for a mockup to give a better understanding.

**Dave Hoback** · 06-29-2021, 09:39 PM

8” into the stock?? For a bipod adapter? Overkill much...

What diameter is the adapter rod? Looks about 1/2”? Well, you’ll need an extra long drill & some way to keep it straight. Doing this with a hand drill is NOT recommended. Probably need set up in a lathe with a custom jig. But don’t see how that would even work.

And this is just for a bipod you say? Does it like.... DO something else? Cook breakfast..or babysit the kids??

**Robinhood** · 06-29-2021, 11:18 PM

Originally Posted by Dave Hoback

Probably need set up in a lathe with a custom jig. But don’t see how that would even work.

I agree with Dave. You could put the drill bit in the chuck and tie the stock down to some cribbing on the carriage. Or a tall drill press maybe. Indicate the best horizontal surface and the center line of the barrel channel. Shift it off center to put the hole in center of forearm mass. That is a ton of setup time though and a Real Gunsmith or stock finisher may have a way better idea.

Or you could strap it in, get someone with a precision eye to watch the axis you cant see. Possibly two people. Drill a little oversize. Take it slow. Grind the bit cutting edges flat on the flute so it does not get away from you. Adjust it in the epoxy before it sets. You got this!

Nice looking rig BTW

**nathantc** · 06-29-2021, 11:44 PM

decided to take it to a smith that i know, and have him do it on a lathe. Not sure when i'll have the time to do so, but that is now the plan, and yes its a full aluminum block all the way except for the first half inch or so. So the spigot will be embedded into the aluminum making a very sable bipod mount.
the reason i want this setup is, well, i love the looks and stability of the Fortmeier Bipod, and i want a spigot mount directly embedded into the stock. This does 3 things
1 moves the bipod about as far forward as reasonably possible
2 stows inline with the stock when folded so its a bit more compact
3 is extremely quick to remove and reattach the bipod for times you just don't need/want it there without anything on the forearm when removed.

On another note there is no stronger way to attach a bipod. A swivel stud is ok for a range gun. This rifle is going to be my deadicated hunting rig that i plan to travel with. Wanting to do some trophy hunting as well as culling. I also plan on going to west texas where there is a bit of a hog problem and wide open range to try my hand at extended ranges. Popping balloons in the wind on my property at 500 yards is fun and all, but i want to do more before i'm to old to have the chance. So im building a rifle that is very capable yet extremely durable. Optics are still up in the air but im leaning towards biting the bullet for a schmidt & bender, overkill i'm sure but im wanting this to be my "forever" rifle.

I know that is a lot of info, but it should better explain why i like the bipod set up im going with.

**nathantc** · 06-29-2021, 11:59 PM

The item description was a bit incorrect. So i will not need to go 8" into the forearm. This should be very doable. Also, for anyone interested, YES the Fortmeier Bipod does 100% fit the Versa Pod spigot. It actually fits a bit better than it does on the oem spigot.

**Robinhood** · 06-30-2021, 06:17 PM

and 10mm it is

**nathantc** · 06-30-2021, 06:21 PM

yup. that would give it about .4mm wiggle room.

**nathantc** · 07-01-2021, 07:36 PM

i might be abandoning the HS Precision stock. The aluminum bar is actually thinner than the spigot i want to instal. There is just no practical way to get what i want.
The GRS Bifrost is already set up to instal the spigot like i want. Though im not so sure the stock would be idea being only fiberglass with no aluminum bedding or reinforcement. I know there are a lot of chassis out there. They are neat, just not honestly comfortable to me. so idk where to go from here. kinda bummed about the stock. Seems like an ok stock and there is not exactly a lot of options for a savage long action.

**Dave Hoback** · 07-01-2021, 09:27 PM

Any Fiberglass stock you go with SHOULD be bedded. I would do Pillar bedding actually That’s kinda understood when choosing a Glass/Carbon stock.

But going back....why worry about the aluminum in the HS stock? Just have the hole bored & epoxy the spigot in. It wouldn’t hurt the strength of the stock or sacrifice strength of the bipod attachment. Won’t be a cosmetic issue, as it’s inside the forearm. Just go for it!