I have a couple of short action V2s bedded in McM Hunter stocks, a couple of long action 1500s in V2 stocks, and a couple short action 1500s in B&C "Weatherby style" stocks.
For me, the installation of the McM Hunter stocks on the V2s in 223 and 6.5 Creedmoor made good rifles a whole lot better in terms of balance and handling. I think that the current V2 injection molded stocks are among the best, if not the best, factory installed stocks. I like them as well as the B&C stocks that run about twice the $130 price that Weatherby charges for them. If you're in the market for a short action walnut 1500 stock, GPC still has some NOS S&W 1500/1700 stocks for under $190 on their site, part numbers 1772680, 58444OC, 58447OC, and 58448OC.
