Perfect grain flow in the most important area.these two blanks (both thin shell walnut, one plain and one a bit fancier) show good grain layout for a rifle.
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Here is the lower blank after shaping and finishing...
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Two piece stocks are a different prospect to a one piece stock and the lovely stock you show will have no grain impact.I'm not trying to hijack the thread, however on a related topic, what would your opinion of this stock be? It is a Beretta 486 in 12ga. It has a very similar look to me as the OP's photo.
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Thank you, much appreciated!Two piece stocks are a different prospect to a one piece stock and the lovely stock you show will have no grain impact.
Shotgun with a Prince of Whales grip compared to a heavy recoiling rifle??I'm not trying to hijack the thread, however on a related topic, what would your opinion of this stock be? It is a Beretta 486 in 12ga. It has a very similar look to me as the OP's photo.
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Prince of Wales grip? That is an English straight stock.Shotgun with a Prince of Whales grip compared to a heavy recoiling rifle??
Two piece vs one piece?
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Shotguns are different, of course. But they usually fire far more rounds and are carried more than centerfire rifles. And no one but a target shooter would want a heavy 8 lb.+ shotgun. Gameguns are far more lightly built and slimmer than almost any rifle. So, yes, grain layout and direction do count, especially through the vulnerable wrist area.Shotgun with a Prince of Whales grip compared to a heavy recoiling rifle??
Two piece vs one piece?
Chalk and cheese