Why no aluminum block in some stocks?

[Doyputasos]

I just got a Manners T5 in and it's love at first grip. I knew there was no block before buying, and I know about the pricey mini chassis, but why don't some stock makers include an aluminum bedding block like came with my factory HS Prec or my old B&C? Is devcon really going to be as rigid as a chunk of aluminum?

 

[thrusty]

The chassis isn't pricey considering you're getting Badger's M5 bottom metal and a 5-round mag outta the deal. I think it's more personal preference anymore between chassis and traditional bedding....I've not seen any literature specifically saying one is considerably better than the other. I have a McMillian that is devcon bedded and a Manner's mini-chassis..it's a toss up for me.

 

[Doyputasos]

Ya, I guess considering the bottom metal and mag, but I've already got several savage mags and one aftermarket 10rd mag, so I'm kind of committed. Definitely have to consider paying $40-50 for the devcon putty and release agent and the time and effort.

 

[Chiller]

Ya, I guess considering the bottom metal and mag, but I've already got several savage mags and one aftermarket 10rd mag, so I'm kind of committed. Definitely have to consider paying $40-50 for the devcon putty and release agent and the time and effort.

If you are tied at the hip to Savage you are limited.

 

[Doyputasos]

Yes I just realized today that even if I had the budget to get the mini chassis id still be SOL since its for Remmys only.

 

[Black max]

There's a guy on here that you made a deal with in the classifieds that's trying to get his money or whatever it was that you sold him. Sorry for the hijack

 

[Doyputasos]

There's a guy on here that you made a deal with in the classifieds that's trying to get his money or whatever it was that you sold him. Sorry for the hijack

Ya, that was dealt with in such a poor way. It has been completely resolved. It turned out to be a smear campaign in my eyes since I was never notified of the post until several days afterward when a mod sent it to me. I thought we were still in communication.

 

[Black max]

Ya, that was dealt with in such a poor way. It has been completely resolved. It turned out to be a smear campaign in my eyes since I was never notified of the post until several days afterward when a mod sent it to me. I thought we were still in communication.

Good. Just wanted to pass that along. Again sorry for the post hijack. Cheers

 

[swampbuck]

All the bench rest guys still use glass bedding. I think that the glass bedding is just as good but the mini chassis is nice for bolt and go and multi action use.

 

[Doyputasos]

Thanks. I didn't know that about the BR guys. I never hesitate to follow their lead.

 

[Temp9]

All the bench rest guys still use glass bedding. I think that the glass bedding is just as good but the mini chassis is nice for bolt and go and multi action use.

Isn't resale value better on a non-bedded stock, as well?

 

[Doyputasos]

Ooh ya, I'd bet so. I guess it could be dremel'd out and rebedded tho.

 

[TRTAC]

Whats wrong with glass bedding? NOTHING! I wouldnt hesitate to put a barreled action in bedding compound. Benchrest does it all the time. Go for it if its what your budget will allow.

 

[oldfatguy]

A good glass bedding job fits the action exactly. Even the best chassis only contacts the "high spots". Add metal pillars to keep the action screws from crushing the stock and that's about as good as it gets.

OFG