I知 going to carve a Benchrest stock.

[Stikkershokk]

I'm so sorry, guys. The project has been stalled. But I have not forgotten it, "dang" I really wanted this to get done. So much for my promise in January.

As to the Maple - The plank had already been kiln dried, I bought it from a local hardwood distributor - and I was still/just dealing with the stresses that had been dried in to the wood.
(The last thing I wanted to do was make the stock, and then have it "potato-chip" on the barrel/action)

I think I'm going to get off my bu++ and take another look at it. If it hasnt moved, it should be flat enough to work. I can take the "centerline" from the best edge. Looks like it might be hand tools now I don't want to give up yet.

Anyone have access to a big milling machine? That would save me an incredible amount of time. (Problem is that I'd need help from the operator, i wouldnt want to break it)          Dont worry, I doubt there is one available, that was more a Socratic rant into the void.

OK, time to practice a little perseverance!

(Ever notice that somehow, life is great, right up until life gets in the way?)

[trackerbuddy]

(Ever notice that somehow, life is great, right up until life gets in the way?)

Ha ha ha

[Stikkershokk]

[rsterne]

Just found this thread.... For benchrest, would not a straight bottom on the back of the buttstock, parallel to the barrel, make it easier to stabilize and straighten the recoil on the bench?....

or, did I miss a sketch somewhere?....

Bob