ltdmstr Posted May 20, 2020 Share Posted May 20, 2020 I'm thinking of getting a Foundation micarta stock for my Defiance Deviant-based bolt gun. Anyone familiar with them that can comment, good or bad? Or offer suggestions as to which model and options to got with? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perttime Posted May 20, 2020 Share Posted May 20, 2020 No personal experience ... but I've read a few threads on them on snipershide. - I have seen no negative comments on quality. - They come in different weights. None is actually "light" - Dimensions differ in forearm width, and distance from grip to trigger - I like the look of the dark distressed finish.... So... what kind of dimensions would fit your needs and preferences (got any stocks/rifles in similar style, for comparison?)? Do you want heavy or just substantial? Which finish looks best to you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltdmstr Posted May 20, 2020 Author Share Posted May 20, 2020 The rifle is currently on an Accuracy International AX chassis. I've had it for a while, but haven't shot it much due to lack of time. But I'm looking to get into it more. I like the fit of the AX, but really prefer a stock vs. chassis system. So I'm planning to switch. I've seen the Manners stocks and know they're the hot thing for a while now. But I'm not hugely impressed with them. Plus there's about a 14 month wait to get one. I came across the Foundation web site recently and their stuff looks pretty darn nice, so I think I'm going to give them a try. The model I'm looking at is the Genesis 2, mainly because of the shorter trigger reach. That one also has a rather wide fore end, which I'm not sure I need/want. I definitely want an adjustable comb, but I think they all come with that. For length of pull, I can measure one of my other rifles, or get it with an insert setup. Color-wise, I like the standard dark finish. The rest of the rifle will be Defiance Deviant action in 6.5 CR, Proof carbon fibre barrel, Hawkins M5 DBM, TriggerTech Diamond trigger (have the single stage version but switching to 2-stage version when I can get one), Spuhr mount, Nightforce 5-25x56 ATACR (F1/Mil-Xt), and Surefire brake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Freeman Posted May 20, 2020 Share Posted May 20, 2020 I have some time behind them. The material that they are made of makes them feel different when shooting. Kinda like when switching from a wood stock to a chassis. Some people have described it as a lifeless feel. I have been shooting AI rifles and chassis for so long traditional stocks feel weird for me. The stocks are heavy, but very good quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltdmstr Posted May 20, 2020 Author Share Posted May 20, 2020 Seems like heavy is the in thing now, at least with the PRS crowd. But I'm more interested in finding something I like v. what all the cool kids have. Maybe I'll just go ahead with the Foundation but hang on to my AX in case I want to switch it back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perttime Posted May 21, 2020 Share Posted May 21, 2020 Heavy is easier shoot for the PRS sport. Also more weight to carry, if that is an issue at some point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJMPCC022 Posted August 9, 2020 Share Posted August 9, 2020 (edited) Look at the KRG Bravo. Bad ass and available, it's a chassis type with a traditional stock look. Not to mention tons of adjustment! They inlet them for a R700 SA so you should be good to go! If you don't like the KRG, check out a McMillan stock. It's easily twice as much as a KRG, but you ARE going balls out with this build, what's another $800! Edited August 9, 2020 by SJMPCC022 add content Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltdmstr Posted August 11, 2020 Author Share Posted August 11, 2020 I have a McMillan stock on a XM3 clone and it's ok. Nothing great. I had a Manners for a while, and liked it. But for the price point, the fit and finish wasn't what I expected. I ended up purchasing a Foundation Genesis 2 and am very happy with it. Only downside is I had to get a new Spuhr mount because the 4006 I had on the AX was too high. Now I just need to find more time to get to the range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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