Not all the Hogue stocks are rubberized. The rubbery one I did have was always picking up “lint” of some sort and was too grabby on my face. A better cheap choice is the Weatherby Griptonite stock for the Vanguard. It only has textured panels on the grip and forend, and they’re not as sticky. Not a fan of the look with the high comb, but it fits me very well. I bought one for a Howa barreled action and it’s fine; heavy, but so is the rest of the rifle with a rail and 25oz scope.
MtnBoomer, when he’s in the mood, can do wonders with the hard Hogues, reshaping and painting them to look like high-end stuff. I’m very pleased with the one he did for my grandson’s rifle.
I have a new SA Griptonite stock sitting unused if anyone wants it pretty cheap.
