Quote Originally Posted by SageRat Shooter View Post
In my opinion.... yes, it is noticeably heavier then the plastic POS stock that came on my axis.... With that being said, I like how it feels far better than the original plastic stock. It seems more balanced and "solid" feeling if that makes any sense to you. It is not so much heavier though that I wouldn't pack it around in the woods as a hunting rifle.

What I will say though.... if you are going to use it as a hunter (carrying it), I recommend getting some kind of stippling around the forend and grip areas, as the Boyds stocks can be rather slippery when they get wet.
Clear webbing paint is an option as well. If one were to prefer the clean look, this may be a good option to preserve the appearance while adding some texture. I may give this as shot at some point because my stock gets a bit slippery at times too.