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<blockquote data-quote="azsugarbear" data-source="post: 1084229" data-attributes="member: 4809"><p>I have found that shooting and golf have at least one thing in common: both are "mind games". To excel in either sport, your mind has to be taken out of the equation so that you can make the shot. You cannot be concerned or have any doubts about yourself or the ability of your equipment. To that end, choose the stock that 'fits' you best.</p><p></p><p>Both of my big rigs, a 338 Lapua Improved and a 300 RUM, wear tactical stocks. I could care less what they look like or whether others think they are traditional hunting stocks or not. I put up with the extra weight because they make me feel rock solid and completely locked up when I am on target. In my mind, I have complete confidence in my set up. This allows me to stop worrying about my equipment and myself and to focus only on the variables for calculating a firing solution and making the shot.</p><p></p><p>I also have a 6.5-06 AI hunting rig with a stock made of 90% carbon by Manners in a more traditional hunting style. While it is a great, medium weight hunting rifle, I do not feel quite as solid with it as I do with a tactical stock. This is what I have to sacrifice in order to realize some weight savings and quick handling abilities. My shooting distances are more limited because my 'lock up" just doesn't quite feel the same. Having said that, I still have no problem going out 800 - 1000 yds with this set up.</p><p></p><p>Choose the stock that fits you the best and everything else will fall into place.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="azsugarbear, post: 1084229, member: 4809"] I have found that shooting and golf have at least one thing in common: both are "mind games". To excel in either sport, your mind has to be taken out of the equation so that you can make the shot. You cannot be concerned or have any doubts about yourself or the ability of your equipment. To that end, choose the stock that 'fits' you best. Both of my big rigs, a 338 Lapua Improved and a 300 RUM, wear tactical stocks. I could care less what they look like or whether others think they are traditional hunting stocks or not. I put up with the extra weight because they make me feel rock solid and completely locked up when I am on target. In my mind, I have complete confidence in my set up. This allows me to stop worrying about my equipment and myself and to focus only on the variables for calculating a firing solution and making the shot. I also have a 6.5-06 AI hunting rig with a stock made of 90% carbon by Manners in a more traditional hunting style. While it is a great, medium weight hunting rifle, I do not feel quite as solid with it as I do with a tactical stock. This is what I have to sacrifice in order to realize some weight savings and quick handling abilities. My shooting distances are more limited because my 'lock up" just doesn't quite feel the same. Having said that, I still have no problem going out 800 - 1000 yds with this set up. Choose the stock that fits you the best and everything else will fall into place. [/QUOTE]
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