I picked up a rem 700 in a Bell and Carlson Medalist from a local hide member and decided to convert the rifle a bit. I was not crazy about the stock so some modifying was in order. I must apologize as I forgot my camera at home so I have no pics of the work phase but it really is rather easy. If anyone is contemplating doing this do not hesitate...there is nothing to it. Grab a sander and go to work. You might hit some small voids but they can be filled with whatever you use to texture. I use marine tex but many other options work just as well. Shape it until happy then texture to your liking and really thats all there is to it. Here are some before and after pics. As for paint..I base coat with tan then sponge paint with OD, black and tan until I like it. Next week the rifle goes to STR and Ozzie will be cutting it down and threading it for my can- then the barrel and action get paint.
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