Minor tweaks in the wood to metal fit can change the stock dimensions dramatically. I often slip a piece of old credit card in the joint to test shoot it. Then it can be jigged up to hold it for glassing if it proves worthwhile (they always do).
Cast and drop can be changed easily this way...
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Mark Begich, Joaquin Jackson, and Heller resistance... Three huge reasons to worry about the NRA.
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