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Originally posted by BIG SAM:
Does anyone have any experience with the Laminated Boyd's stocks for either Remington or Winchester in the "Classic or Sundra styling?

Thanks,

SAM

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The design of the stock, for what it is, isn't too bad, but the inletting is terrible on everyone that I've tried. I've got a Model 70 JRS Classic for a long action here that the ejection port cutout is out of position by as much as 3/8 of an inch. I've had Remington stocks that the inletting on the bottom was over .250" out of centerline with the rest of the stock. Do yourself a big favor and talk to Mel Smart if you want a top notch laminate. Here's is website.

Acra Bond Stocks

The great part about Mel's stocks is the fact that when you look at it, it looks like a real nice piece of Claro or Bastogne, instead of a laminate. Not to mention, they're a helluva lot stronger, more durable, and lighter than the typical Rutland-style laminate that Boyds is using. Dennis Olson is the guy that's doing the duplicating work for him and he's top of line.
Give him a try, you won't regret it.