They're definitely not for everyone or every use. However they're about the same price as a composite stock and give everyone another option from the same ol stuff. I would argue that hunting rifles were always in the rocks and gravel and traditionally nice looking woods. We've gotten away from...
We are currently CNC cutting high end laminate stocks for F-Class, Benchrest and Prone competition using exotic hardwoods and carbon fiber. In the works is a stock we're calling the "Longrange Hunter" for now. The shape is essentially tactical along the lines of a Manners T-4 or Macmillan A-5...