Pros and Cons of the new chassis type systems

[Jeff in TX]

I'm seeing on this board a lot of shooters moving to a aluminum chassis system for their long range rifles. Sorry folks I've haven't seen one in action nor have I had the opportunity to shoot one.

My question is what's driving all the change? How much better are these systems over the McMillans and Manners stocks to name only a few?

Does the recoil lug area need to be bedded?

My guess is that they are much heavier than a fiberglass stock and very cold to handle in the winter. However they’re much more rigid and if CNC correctly could provide a much better fit. Ergonomically, once behind one how are they to shoot? Have you seen better grouping since moving to one.

 

[Tyler Kemp]

Re: Pros and Cons of the new chassis type systems

Ergonomically, I much prefer them. Different brands have different levels of adjustability, and you need to find one that suits you.

Whether prone, sitting, offhand, the stocks can be set for whatever use you may need.

I have shot rifles that have the lug bedded, and some that don't. I would say I don't notice a difference in accuracy.

Cold in the winter, hot in the summer, yeah, if you don't put something over the cheekpiece. I got a piece of kick-eez pad and it works great and adds a good looking contrast. Some makers offer covers for the forward end of the rifle too.

There are a few small tradeoffs with either style stock, bottom line they both work.

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

Re: Pros and Cons of the new chassis type systems

There are a lot of different chassis systems out there now. You really can't paint them all with the same brush.

They are both lighter and heavier than fiberglass stocks. They are both cheaper and more expensive.

See what I am getting at.

The main benefit they provide is adjustability and modularity. How well they do this depends on the individual design.

I have fiberglass stocks and I have chassis systems. Each play to their own strengths. If I was just taking a rifle to go tromp in the woods a light fiberglass stock with an internal box magazine is better suited than the 19 Lb. rifle I use for competition.

 

[Rob01]

Re: Pros and Cons of the new chassis type systems

<------Here's one guy you won't see making that move. I have tried a few of the aluminum chassis and don't like them. Don't like the feel. Can they shoot as accurate as standard stocks? Sure they can but if the shooter isn't comfortable then it's not going to work for him.

Also I think most every one is ugly as sin.

I am not immune to change though as my newest build will have a chassis system but it will be in a Manner T3 stock. Best of both worlds.

 

[YAOG]

Re: Pros and Cons of the new chassis type systems

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Jeff in TX</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm seeing on this board a lot of shooters moving to a aluminum chassis system for their long range rifles. Sorry folks I've haven't seen one in action nor have I had the opportunity to shoot one.

My question is what's driving all the change? How much better are these systems over the McMillans and Manners stocks to name only a few?

Does the recoil lug area need to be bedded?

My guess is that they are much heavier than a fiberglass stock and very cold to handle in the winter. However they’re much more rigid and if CNC correctly could provide a much better fit. Ergonomically, once behind one how are they to shoot? Have you seen better grouping since moving to one.
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