Yeah, the wood makes a difference, along with stock dimensions and barrel contour. Back when the standard custom rifle, like Jack's, was built on a 98 Mauser or pre-'64 M70 action weighing close to 3 pounds, it was a trick, but could be done.
It's a lot easier with some of today's actions!
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