[oldbrass]

This is my early 60s model 30-06 lefty featherweight that kicks like a mule. I`ve come to the conclusion that the stock is to long for my short arms. I gotta really stretch to get the proper scope eye relief (yes its set back) I`m catching the corner of the butt plate instead of it resting flat in the pocket.
Should I trim this short and pad it or get an aftermarket stock.

 

[SWO1]

Being light AND having an ill fitting stock...... I would get a stock made for your proportions. It's probley gonna be hard to get that one to come out right. Might I also suggest a Muzzle Break.... We all have to adapt to lifes changes.

 

[greyhawk50]

Being light AND having an ill fitting stock...... I would get a stock made for your proportions. It's probley gonna be hard to get that one to come out right. Might I also suggest a Muzzle Break.... We all have to adapt to lifes changes.

I agree with SWO1.
I would keep the current stock original (collector / resale value) and buy an after market stock that is or can be modified to fit. JMHO.
Who made the rifle???

 

[oldbrass]

its a savage 110L 30-06, Left-hand bolt action

 

[tCan]

I'd go the do it yourself route. Here's a video: http://www.midwayusa.com/General.mv...tent-_-youtube_video_description-_-1_60iv6wvp

 

[Spoon]

The only thing I see that's wrong is the bolts put in backwards or something. Darn...It's a southpaw's tool!

PRAIRIE HUNTER SAVAGE® 110 BLIND MAG LONG ACTION CENTERFEED LEFT HAND STOCK LEFT HAND ACTION FACTORY BARREL CHANNEL PEPPER LAMINATE (FINISHED) Got the NUTMEG, too
FACTORY DIRECT PRICING: $107.00USD IN STOCK for BLIND MAGAZINE...Out of Stock" for rifle with detachable magazine.

CLASSIC SAVAGE® 110 DETACHABLE BOX MAGAZINE LONG ACTION LEFT HAND STOCK LEFT HAND ACTION FACTORY BARREL CHANNEL NUTMEG LAMINATE (FINISHED) Also in PEPPER & WALNUT...This model Out of Stock in all "colors".
FACTORY DIRECT PRICING: $102.00USD

Looks like Boyd's is busy too! Just figured I'd research for you but it'll have to be another maker's stock in the short term availability. I wonder if Boyd's or any other outfit would cut to fit your length of pull for little or nothing?

Good luck in finding a new nest for your Savage Recoiling Savage!

 

[oldbrass]

That guy makes stuff look so easy..He`s quite a craftsman. I`d try it and see myself destroying a good stock HAHA

 

[oldbrass]

The only thing I see that's wrong is the bolts put in backwards or something. Darn...It's a southpaw's tool!

PRAIRIE HUNTER SAVAGE® 110 BLIND MAG LONG ACTION CENTERFEED LEFT HAND STOCK LEFT HAND ACTION FACTORY BARREL CHANNEL PEPPER LAMINATE (FINISHED) Got the NUTMEG, too
FACTORY DIRECT PRICING: $107.00USD IN STOCK for BLIND MAGAZINE...Out of Stock" for rifle with detachable magazine.

CLASSIC SAVAGE® 110 DETACHABLE BOX MAGAZINE LONG ACTION LEFT HAND STOCK LEFT HAND ACTION FACTORY BARREL CHANNEL NUTMEG LAMINATE (FINISHED) Also in PEPPER & WALNUT...This model Out of Stock in all "colors".
FACTORY DIRECT PRICING: $102.00USD

Looks like Boyd's is busy too! Just figured I'd research for you but it'll have to be another maker's stock in the short term availability. I wonder if Boyd's or any other outfit would cut to fit your length of pull for little or nothing?

Good luck in finding a new nest for your Savage Recoiling Savage!

Thanx spoon, yep its a bad day to be a lefty..I`m bound and determined to make this "MY RIFLE" I could just trade or sell it but that wouldn`t be any fun

 

[tahoe2]

replace the stock

Boyd's do a great job for the money, I have two, love em !

 

[oldbrass]

I contacted Boyds, I requested an "unfinished" stock since I`m going to have to chop and re-work..they said call back in 2 months for custom options.

 

[tahoe2]

old brass

both of mine were unfinished, I did a little shaping, & sanding, and Tru-Oiled them, 10 coats on the walnut and 6 coats on the laminate.
No checkering on either one, smooth and comfortable.

 

[oldbrass]

No lefty stocks, I`m in progress of shotening it, due to the rise in front of the butt plate it would be difficult to shape..I`m using a pad for a synthetic stock and an O-ring off a humvee fuel filter to make it fit.

 

[oldbrass]

A limbsaver and the length of pull shortened 1 3/4 " ..fits good

 

[SWO1]

Looks good oldbrass. Hope it tames it down for ya.

 

[greyhawk50]

You done good, oldbrass.

 

[FOUR4D4]

I like that a pre64 model70

 

[tahoe2]

your gonna like that Limbsaver, those are good pads.

 

[Spoon]

Looks fine! Please make a range report and pictures of your bruised left check and shoulder should this modification with the LS pad doesn't pay dividends. That way we can feel your pain One thing I did notice, you might re-set the time/date function on the camera. This pic says "6 June 2011"

Now I have a Boyd's stock you can trim since you did such a good job here! Need about 3/4 in off to accommodate hunting clothes.