Pad it but don't cut the stock so you can put it right back to factory specs. If you have a curve in the butt, toss the pad in some hot water to soften it up and bend to match so your not cutting the stock.

I have several shotguns that I havd added 1/2 inch pads but want to keep as original as possible


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