Wood stock is usually treated wood, which is more stable and heavy than simple wood. It won't get hurt by the rain or any water source. Synthetic need some metal inside, for weight. This makes better aim, but Wood doesn't needs that. So wood is better
I used to live & hunt in the jungles of southeast Alaska ( Rainforest ) My Ruger m77 wood stock wasn't treated with anything. One black bear hunt and it became swollen to twice the normal size absorbing the constant downpour. It was synthetic stocks for me after that. In fact stainless/synthetic....
I love woodstocks too on a gun. If I were getting a gun to look at or for resale yrs down the road then I would get a woodstock gun. To me, a gun is a tool, I use it like a mechanic uses his tools, it will get scratched up and ding, its the barrel that matters most to me.
Wood stocks look nice, but not as practical in a rainy environment like the pacific northwest. Where I lived and hunted, and switched to stainless/synthetic rifles only...
The Winchester model 70 cost around $800, that's why people opt for more affordable rifles. Since then all I want is a Winchester model 70 in 270 cal. But now I like Weatherby more.
sweet Adirondack shirt bro. But i am confused as to why people think rain is going to hurt a wood stock... If you aren't leaving it outdoors in the elements for weeks at a time, i don't see how a few hours of rain could hurt it. You live in the Adirondacks like me, you should also know how long it takes for wood to weather and crack... weeks at least, fully exposed. At that point i would have to say rust would be just as much a problem. Do you agree? The only real difference in my opinion is weight, synthetics are about 1 pound less then wood. As long as you oil your wood and bring it inside to slowly air dry after a day in the rain, it shouldn't cause any damage. and as for scratches, i think it just gives it character.
Thanks for watching. I actually live in PA, but canoe in the Adirondacks. The only problem I ever had with a wood stock in the rain was an old gun that the finish was basically worn off. The grain started to raise on the wood from moisture. Not a big deal, though. Let the gun dry and I stripped and re-finished the gun. No problems anymore. I also agree that synthetics due tend to be lighter, however the two guns in my video don't hold true to this. The Remington 783 (synthetic) is actually heavier than the Winchester (wood) by a noticeable amount. You have to account for barrel diameter, length, etc... when looking into weight too.
ya i enjoyed the video i really believe you just the way i feel i was wondering im gonna buy a mossberg patriot in 270 win but there is one for $386 with a synthetic stock and a vortex scope with it and one with a wood stock with a off brand scope for $424 what should i get.
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Excellent analysis of the pros and cons of each style of stock.
I love wood stocks and beautiful checkering even most of mine are plastic hunting in Florida is hard on wood hate to scratch beautiful wood
Wood stock is usually treated wood, which is more stable and heavy than simple wood. It won't get hurt by the rain or any water source. Synthetic need some metal inside, for weight. This makes better aim, but Wood
doesn't needs that. So wood is better
I used to live & hunt in the jungles of southeast Alaska ( Rainforest ) My Ruger m77 wood stock wasn't treated with anything. One black bear hunt and it became swollen to twice the normal size absorbing the constant downpour. It was synthetic stocks for me after that. In fact stainless/synthetic....
I love woodstocks too on a gun. If I were getting a gun to look at or for resale yrs down the road then I would get a woodstock gun. To me, a gun is a tool, I use it like a mechanic uses his tools, it will get scratched up and ding, its the barrel that matters most to me.
I always prefer wood stocks.
Wood stocks look nice, but not as practical in a rainy environment like the pacific northwest. Where I lived and hunted, and switched to stainless/synthetic rifles only...
Perfect video.
Exactly how I feel.
But every gun has it's place and I understand why an avid hunter would want a synthetic (As you point out).
The Winchester model 70 cost around $800, that's why people opt for more affordable rifles. Since then all I want is a Winchester model 70 in 270 cal. But now I like Weatherby more.
sweet Adirondack shirt bro. But i am confused as to why people think rain is going to hurt a wood stock... If you aren't leaving it outdoors in the elements for weeks at a time, i don't see how a few hours of rain could hurt it. You live in the Adirondacks like me, you should also know how long it takes for wood to weather and crack... weeks at least, fully exposed. At that point i would have to say rust would be just as much a problem. Do you agree?
The only real difference in my opinion is weight, synthetics are about 1 pound less then wood.
As long as you oil your wood and bring it inside to slowly air dry after a day in the rain, it shouldn't cause any damage.
and as for scratches, i think it just gives it character.
Thanks for watching. I actually live in PA, but canoe in the Adirondacks. The only problem I ever had with a wood stock in the rain was an old gun that the finish was basically worn off. The grain started to raise on the wood from moisture. Not a big deal, though. Let the gun dry and I stripped and re-finished the gun. No problems anymore. I also agree that synthetics due tend to be lighter, however the two guns in my video don't hold true to this. The Remington 783 (synthetic) is actually heavier than the Winchester (wood) by a noticeable amount. You have to account for barrel diameter, length, etc... when looking into weight too.
ya i enjoyed the video i really believe you just the way i feel i was wondering im gonna buy a mossberg patriot in 270 win but there is one for $386 with a synthetic stock and a vortex scope with it and one with a wood stock with a off brand scope for $424 what should i get.
I have the same gun in .243 with the Schnable front end.
Craftsmanship? They are mass produced unless you actually get one made for you.
Yep! Especially if you were to own a Win M70 SUPERGRADE........That is craftsmanship.
theres a reason why they spend 10-30 hours putting a finish on wood stocks. rain dont mean shit. -hunter for 20+ years
I have the same gun in .243. It is pretty.
I decided on a wood stock before the video started because adding the 2 words together = Woodstock!!!!!
I couldn't agree more.
Right there with you, and I might add, you wont find a better rifle than that Winchester featherweight. I'm envious.
Wood wood wood. Just wood. Synthetic is more tactical but wood just feels like you are holding a hunting tool, not a competition rifle.
I dont give a shit what the gun looks like. As long as it shoots well. It can be pink for all i care
Can't get my eyes off of the wooden stock
Dark Hollow..........So do you own a Win M70 Supergrade yet???
I love wood guns but your reasoning against polymer is really Fuddy.
looks mean nothing
Wood!!!