I don't have a camera to speak of just yet, but if you have photos to share that would make for a nice thread. I have a H&R USGI stock (It walnut). I know because of the "H" under the aluminium buttplate, at least I think any way.
My stock has a strait forend one it that does not have the same look like others I have seen. (Different manufacturers?) I was looking for the other look, and it seems they have subtle differences.
What is your favorite wooden GI stock maker, and why do you like/ disslike about the differences.?
If I could have chosen, I would have picked one with a thinner fore grip. If you could, please post picks of them, and do. Tell what the differences are and why you like them.
Winchester's back porch is distinctly smaller than the other makers of USGI M14 walnut stocks. That however does not include the Winchester stocks known as the "Big Red" with the W-W stamped in the butt end.
This was a great thread that gave detailed pictures and descriptions, but I'm afraid the time and energy to find the pictures is at least for me too great.
If you have a question about a particular stock, post a few pictures and ask away. Many here would be just too happy to help you out.
Some pics of a stock I've had for awhile, that I can't identify. The proof mark is unlike those previously posted. The selector cutout was filled at one time and the material removed. The front end of op rod channel still has filler.
I'm trying to copy my pictures and just finding the stuff on the old site is ridiculous .can't log onto photo bum anymore have over 3000 pictures there. Anyway I'll start by adding one stock from each maker First will be SA , Generally high arch DAS stamp with firing proof (P) with serifs...
HRA forend radius /cutter profile on toward edge of ferule end resembles more Garand era stocks.
Notice SA radius profile is taken further toward ferule leaving less wood .
Going back and looking through my past and current stock this is consistent.
These cuts are machine done so most reliable distinction. Any external contours can and will fluctuate due to operator changes on the belt sanding equipment.
Earlly and late stocks are shown here.
Yep, this is one of my favorite threads on the the M14 Forum and one of my bookmarks.
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