Skid Plate for McM A1-3
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Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Why did you not just buy the A-3 to start with?
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Because the A3 is WAY too small to use on a McMillan A3. I have several A3 size...fit HTG only.
This is an A5 trimmed to fit an A3 stock. A normal A5 is too big(velcro over the barrel), and the A3 size barely covers the bottom of the fore-end, leaving the velcro right around the corners of the bottom of the fore-end.
this is the A3 size on an HTG
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Why did you not just buy the A-3 to start with?
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Because the A3 is WAY too small to use on a McMillan A3. I have several A3 size...fit HTG only.
This is an A5 trimmed to fit an A3 stock. A normal A5 is too big(velcro over the barrel), and the A3 size barely covers the bottom of the fore-end, leaving the velcro right around the corners of the bottom of the fore-end.
this is the A3 size on an HTG
Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
Not intending to sidetrack this thread, but have to make some comments due to a couple already made about using Skid Plates on different stocks.
I have a SO Tech Skid Plate in A5 size mounted on a McMillan A4 stock and it fits and works great.
I have two McRees chassis stocks, one for an FN/SPR, one for a Rem 700 (bought to use for Stiller action build I'm working on). The SO Tech Skid Plate in A5 size that I have does not fit either McRees stock very well in my opinion. I have about 7/16ths inch of excess Skid Plate sticking up on both sides beyond the top edge of the barrel channel area on the McRees stock. It will work, but it just does not look very nice to me.
Bottom line is that I would not recommend using the A5 Skid Plate for a McRees stock. I gave up trying to even find a Skid Plate in a size to fit my McRees stocks.
Not intending to sidetrack this thread, but have to make some comments due to a couple already made about using Skid Plates on different stocks.
I have a SO Tech Skid Plate in A5 size mounted on a McMillan A4 stock and it fits and works great.
I have two McRees chassis stocks, one for an FN/SPR, one for a Rem 700 (bought to use for Stiller action build I'm working on). The SO Tech Skid Plate in A5 size that I have does not fit either McRees stock very well in my opinion. I have about 7/16ths inch of excess Skid Plate sticking up on both sides beyond the top edge of the barrel channel area on the McRees stock. It will work, but it just does not look very nice to me.
Bottom line is that I would not recommend using the A5 Skid Plate for a McRees stock. I gave up trying to even find a Skid Plate in a size to fit my McRees stocks.
Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
I currently run a A-5 on my McRee and it fits great. There was a batch of A-3 which were run small, and they have been corrected. The latest batch are run correctly and should fit very well.
In regards to having another company produce a Skidplate, it is a pattent protected product.
Feel free to contact me at any time regarding any aspect of discussion of the SSP.
Thanks,
Phil Hagoes
I currently run a A-5 on my McRee and it fits great. There was a batch of A-3 which were run small, and they have been corrected. The latest batch are run correctly and should fit very well.
In regards to having another company produce a Skidplate, it is a pattent protected product.
Feel free to contact me at any time regarding any aspect of discussion of the SSP.
Thanks,
Phil Hagoes
Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I will also post pics of the prototype Sniper Skid Plate designed specifically for the McRee Stock.
</div></div> That would be great. I have been contemplating getting one for my Mcree for shooting out of our tree stand. If the fit is right it would be perfect for it.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I will also post pics of the prototype Sniper Skid Plate designed specifically for the McRee Stock.
</div></div> That would be great. I have been contemplating getting one for my Mcree for shooting out of our tree stand. If the fit is right it would be perfect for it.
Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shredder58</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> So, I'm working with a local company that deals in custom tactical nylon products to make some custom fit units that will fit my McRees stocks in a manner and color I am happy with...
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><span style="font-weight: bold">
In regards to having another company produce a Skidplate, it is a pattent protected product. </span>
Phil Hagoes</div></div>
Just in case anyone missed it.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shredder58</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> So, I'm working with a local company that deals in custom tactical nylon products to make some custom fit units that will fit my McRees stocks in a manner and color I am happy with...
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><span style="font-weight: bold">
In regards to having another company produce a Skidplate, it is a pattent protected product. </span>
Phil Hagoes</div></div>
Just in case anyone missed it.
Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body">There was a batch of A-3 which were run small, and they have been corrected. The latest batch are run correctly and should fit very well.
Feel free to contact me at any time regarding any aspect of discussion of the SSP.
Thanks,
Phil Hagoes </div></div>
Phil, what are the measurements for a correctly sized a3? Sounds like I may have my solution.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body">There was a batch of A-3 which were run small, and they have been corrected. The latest batch are run correctly and should fit very well.
Feel free to contact me at any time regarding any aspect of discussion of the SSP.
Thanks,
Phil Hagoes </div></div>
Phil, what are the measurements for a correctly sized a3? Sounds like I may have my solution.
Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
Shibumi any chance of getting an A5 skid plate with a small hole on each side or one in the center for qd swivels?
Shibumi any chance of getting an A5 skid plate with a small hole on each side or one in the center for qd swivels?
Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
So how do these mount? I take it you need to put velcro strips onto the forearm first?
So how do these mount? I take it you need to put velcro strips onto the forearm first?
Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 19Scout77</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body">There was a batch of A-3 which were run small, and they have been corrected. The latest batch are run correctly and should fit very well.
Feel free to contact me at any time regarding any aspect of discussion of the SSP.
Thanks,
Phil Hagoes </div></div>
Phil, what are the measurements for a correctly sized a3? Sounds like I may have my solution. </div></div>
Nevermind, I checked the specs on your site. 4 inches is way too narrow for an a3 fore-end. The modified one pictured above is 5.75x5.75, and as you can see, fits the a3 stock perfectly.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 19Scout77</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body">There was a batch of A-3 which were run small, and they have been corrected. The latest batch are run correctly and should fit very well.
Feel free to contact me at any time regarding any aspect of discussion of the SSP.
Thanks,
Phil Hagoes </div></div>
Phil, what are the measurements for a correctly sized a3? Sounds like I may have my solution. </div></div>
Nevermind, I checked the specs on your site. 4 inches is way too narrow for an a3 fore-end. The modified one pictured above is 5.75x5.75, and as you can see, fits the a3 stock perfectly.
Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
Maelstrom,
Making the modification would be very easy. The simplest way I see is to get one which you are happy with the fit, and then mark exactly where on the SSP you want to have access holes for the sling mounts. Then you can send it back and we can either mount a grommet, or potentially heat cauterize the material.
If you can find someone else out there who deals in the custom arena, they should be able to punch out the grommet holes, or use a leather hole punch of large diameter to punch out a clean hole. Either way, I would be interested in seeing the final product.
If you mark it and send it back, I will take care of it for free. Please contact me first to arrange details to expedite it for you.
Maelstrom,
Making the modification would be very easy. The simplest way I see is to get one which you are happy with the fit, and then mark exactly where on the SSP you want to have access holes for the sling mounts. Then you can send it back and we can either mount a grommet, or potentially heat cauterize the material.
If you can find someone else out there who deals in the custom arena, they should be able to punch out the grommet holes, or use a leather hole punch of large diameter to punch out a clean hole. Either way, I would be interested in seeing the final product.
If you mark it and send it back, I will take care of it for free. Please contact me first to arrange details to expedite it for you.
Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
19Scout77,
If you have the older A-3 which was incorrect and did not fit, you can send it back and get either an A-5 or the correct size A-3. Your choice, but please contact me so I can expedite for you if you decide to go this route.
Excellent work on the sizing, great looking stick!
Thanks for the input and great pics.
19Scout77,
If you have the older A-3 which was incorrect and did not fit, you can send it back and get either an A-5 or the correct size A-3. Your choice, but please contact me so I can expedite for you if you decide to go this route.
Excellent work on the sizing, great looking stick!
Thanks for the input and great pics.
Re: Skid Plate for McM A1-3
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Foxtrotuniform,
The SSP comes with industrial strength velcro which adheres to the sides of your stock.
It does not mar the paint or damage anything and can be removed when desired.
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Sounds good to go, thanks for the response. You mentioned a new style specifically for the Mcree, any info for when that might be available?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Shibumi</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Foxtrotuniform,
The SSP comes with industrial strength velcro which adheres to the sides of your stock.
It does not mar the paint or damage anything and can be removed when desired.
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Sounds good to go, thanks for the response. You mentioned a new style specifically for the Mcree, any info for when that might be available?
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