I have stuck in my head the following option. Mainly due to the aftermarket support, the stainless option for a kid, and such. I know it's the more expensive option that I have in mind though.
I know there are other options and ideas, but I would like feedback on this specific idea.
I have it narrowed down to either the above or a Tikka T3 Compact .243. The Tikka isn't stainless, but I wouldn't have any additional work required other than mounting a scope. I looked at the Ruger American Stainless compact .243 but the barrel is 18" and that is shorter that i would like to get.
Would like input on my idea/questions above as well as input on the Tikka T3 Compact.
Thanks.
I know there are other options and ideas, but I would like feedback on this specific idea.
- Remington 700 SPS stainless .243. I may be able to get it from a friend at costs $600.
- Drop it into a Boyds wood thumbhole stock $100. i know there are better, but this will work for he money.
- Does anybody know if the factory Remington SPS stock can be cut down 1" or will the makeup/structure of it now allow for it.
- Is the an adjustable recoil pad that could be ordered and installed onto a wooden stock which would allow for adjustability? If so, can anyone provide a link to one?
- My gunsmith would then charge me about $50 to cut teh barrel down to 22" and cut the stock LOP down and put a new recoil pad on.
- I've already got a scope for it.
- Total would be $750.
I have it narrowed down to either the above or a Tikka T3 Compact .243. The Tikka isn't stainless, but I wouldn't have any additional work required other than mounting a scope. I looked at the Ruger American Stainless compact .243 but the barrel is 18" and that is shorter that i would like to get.
Would like input on my idea/questions above as well as input on the Tikka T3 Compact.
Thanks.