I have yet to see a wood stock as strong or as light and strong as the better synthetics. Try 18-19 ozs. ready to bolt up to the rifle. Full size classic patterns. Kevlar reinforced. Never have any of mine been noisy or smelled.
As far as laminates go, I'd prefer a stock, factory wood stock over the heavier laminates. By free floating the barrel, there are very few stability issues with plain walnut.
I wouldn't suggest you put that wet rifle up against that wood stove and ignore it very often. Even stainlees will rust if neglected enough. E
