I have a real nice older wood stocked tang safety Mod 77 in 338WM. Someone did a great job of slenderizing the stock & recheckering it. I once had a MKII that split its stock in the inletted action part so want to (a) strengthen this one and (b) ensure I get the best accuracy from it. I have read that the older Mod 77s tend to shoot better full length bedded or a pad near the fore end tip & just the recoil lug area. This was bedded in the recoil lug area and a pad near the tip. Its not a pretty job Bubba did, just a big dollop in both areas. I haven't even shot it yet, but I want to make sure its stout. I am taking it to a new to me gunsmith tomorrow and want some options to talk over. Any help/opinions are welcomed!
