My only experience with one was a very early Rem KS 375 H&H that, upon receipt used, I discovered a crack in the area ahead of the trigger. I called Remington (this was '96) and they requested I send it back for their custom shop to take a look. About a month later the rifle arrived with a new McM KS stock gratis. Good job.

I just purchased a Win M70 375 H&H from Erich here that has a Brown Precision stock. I note that the stock (and rifle too) feels great in hand. I also notice that the area ahead of the trigger has a layer of woven fabric (I am assuming Kevlar?) molded in. The very lean forearm has about zero flexibility. Overall I am impressed with how the stock feels in hand with a lean forend and a just right open grip. The stock weighs, all up with a 1" Limbsaver pad, just 22 oz. A solid product without question. By the way, Erich was great to deal with on this transaction.

Ed,

I am glad a good guy picked up that rifle - I had it before Erich did! It is one sweet feeling rig, to be sure.

I have had Brown's (only 3) both with and w/o cheekpieces and like them both. I am unable to dig up the contact info on the chap who put that rifle together, so I can't tell you what that cloth is, but I had the same question when I saw it. It is by far the most rigid stock I have held - that is for sure.
Enjoy!

Ed the Brown fiberglass stocks can be ordered with graphite reinforcement to the grip and fore end which will make the affected area very stiff.The Pound'R is made entirely of graphite but I don't think that's what you have.

The Brown has always been a comfortable stock to shoot regardless of caliber.My old 375H&H on a M70 has a Brown that dates back to the 80's and was always a pretty easy rifle to shoot despite weight 8 pounds ,scope included.

I got my first of several, still have 4-5 on various rifles, in 1985 and like most aspects of them. I would like a Poundèr or two for building on two pristine Brno 21-22 actions I have, but, doubt that this will ever materialize due to age and costs of smithing and components.

That area in from of the trigger isn't a big deal. It's akin to taking out a NON load bearing wall.

A 22oz stock on a 375? No thanks!

Browns can be made with plain fiberglass, kevlar, or graphite-reinforcement.

Agree but curious as to why I have seen them crack. The stock does expand/bend laterally during recoil hence the use of crossbolts.

The rifle will weigh about 8 1/2# scoped, slung and loaded. About ideal I believe.

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And more importantly, it balances and points like a dream.

Balance is critical with all of my rifles and my hunting style. I wouldn't have a problem with a 8.5 pound 375 H&H if it is properly stocked in a good ol Brown Precision. My 338 win mag only weighs 8 pounds all up (loaded w/5 cartridges and scoped). Suits me just fine. The key piece of that build is the Brown Precision stock: That stock really helps to mitigate recoil because of it's excellent ergos..

Never shot one? You might be surprised.

That is a fact.

I like Bob have two Brown's from the late 80's. Both of mine are on relatively light kickers but what I like about them is they're so easy to get behind. They're my favorite stock outside the Borden Rimrock. powdr

Powdr, I'm in the same boat.

I have my Brown stock from 1985. I think it's my favorite stock.

I have no faults with it.

It has been many years since the original Rimrocks.

I have two Brown's with 700's in them. One in .30/.338 and the other in 7-08. I have enjoyed both for many years now. No flies on Brown's in my estimation.

twofish

I have one on my .35 Whelen AI, and I have to concur with the posts about its being VERY user friendly in the handling and pointing qualities, and balance is also very good. I love mine. Couldn't have chosen a nicer stock for its uses in the hunting fields. Many stocks make their reputation in the match shooting area, and count on that carrying them over to the hunters' field, but Brown obviously knew a thing or two about what makes a stock handle, balance and point well in the hunting field, and they really excel at that.

Pictures, we want pictures

Mike

I have 2 Browns and like them both. One on a Springfield 03 in 30-338 and one 700 in 375-300 Win.

Pretty good stocks.

We have four from the late 80's and early 90-91, 250 Savage, 7 X 57, 270 Win and 416 Rem custom on a 1917. All have been great for a long time never a hiccup. I kind of outgrew my "ugly gun" fetish in the last 10 years but those puppies can shoot. That .270 has still taken more big game than any of it's safe-mates by far. I won't mention what I paid back in the day but "DANG" Mark sure isn't bashful these days.

Talked to Mark Brown today. When I get off my duff and chamber my light contour barrel in 280AI, it will be headed their way. Hopefully this spring.

I have 2 Brown's from the early 90's. A Kevlar poundr on a M7-308 and a fiberglass on a 700 - 300 mag. Love them both.

Also have two-one on a Model 7 7mm-08 and an original KS in 375H&H. To me they feel and point better than McMillans.