??? What do you mean? and there are several types of synthetic stocks and wood stocks at that. It depends on what the stock is made out of and the enviornment it is used in. Each has its own unique characteristics.
Each have their pros and cons. Synthetics are cheaper to make by far and are good if you want light weight. They are also a little more weather tolerant and could be considered more accurate in that they don't warp with water or temperature changes like wood does (however unless you are hunting in constant freezing rain, you shouldn't notice a difference). Wood is expensive to make and even more expensive if you want it decorated with good checkering and bedded accurately. But wood can be a thing of beauty. Depends on what you want and what you like. If the price is the same, I take nice looking wood every time however, I do have a nice ultralight rifle with synthetic stock that is real easy to carry over rough terrain.
A synthetic stock is light and won't warp because of weather or travel. Aslso a synthetic stock is more durable and you won't shoot yourself for scratching it up. Wood stocks are heavier and warp with bad weather.
some synthetics are ok but NEVER buy injected molding, it's light and cheap for a reason, it's prone to bending under stress or heat and it's weak. I always buy wood stocks, if your worried about swelling and warping buy a wood stock made in layers (simular to plywood) the cross grains distribute the stresses against each other instead of warping and the strength is unbeatable, take it from a guy that's had to use it as a club once or twice.
synthetic stocks are more accurate and consistant as a general whole due to the fact that they are not as suceptable to swelling and shrinking due to humudity and temperature changes. they are also cheaper than wood stocks, but dont have the heritage look. if it were me, id have to choose a synthetic stock because of the increased accuracy and durability.
One thing to be mindful of is that a synthetic stock is a bit lighter. On a 270 it dosen't matter but if you had a heavy recoiling gun eg 338 win mag. Some extra weight can help it feel a little nicer on your shoulder.
Each have their pros and cons. Synthetics are cheaper to make by far and are good if you want light weight. They are also a little more weather tolerant and could be considered more accurate in that they don't warp with water or temperature changes like wood does (however unless you are hunting in constant freezing rain, you shouldn't notice a difference). Wood is expensive to make and even more expensive if you want it decorated with good checkering and bedded accurately. But wood can be a thing of beauty. Depends on what you want and what you like. If the price is the same, I take nice looking wood every time however, I do have a nice ultralight rifle with synthetic stock that is real easy to carry over rough terrain.
??? What do you mean? and there are several types of synthetic stocks and wood stocks at that. It depends on what the stock is made out of and the enviornment it is used in. Each has its own unique characteristics.
A synthetic stock is light and won't warp because of weather or travel. Aslso a synthetic stock is more durable and you won't shoot yourself for scratching it up. Wood stocks are heavier and warp with bad weather.
some synthetics are ok but NEVER buy injected molding, it's light and cheap for a reason, it's prone to bending under stress or heat and it's weak. I always buy wood stocks, if your worried about swelling and warping buy a wood stock made in layers (simular to plywood) the cross grains distribute the stresses against each other instead of warping and the strength is unbeatable, take it from a guy that's had to use it as a club once or twice.
synthetic stocks are more accurate and consistant as a general whole due to the fact that they are not as suceptable to swelling and shrinking due to humudity and temperature changes. they are also cheaper than wood stocks, but dont have the heritage look. if it were me, id have to choose a synthetic stock because of the increased accuracy and durability.
One thing to be mindful of is that a synthetic stock is a bit lighter. On a 270 it dosen't matter but if you had a heavy recoiling gun eg 338 win mag. Some extra weight can help it feel a little nicer on your shoulder.
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I'm afraid I don't quite know what you mean.
??? What do you mean? and there are several types of synthetic stocks and wood stocks at that. It depends on what the stock is made out of and the enviornment it is used in. Each has its own unique characteristics.
Synthetic stocks are lighter and more stable, meaning they won't swell or warp due to weather.
Synthetics are also usually cheaper and easy to clean.
Each have their pros and cons. Synthetics are cheaper to make by far and are good if you want light weight. They are also a little more weather tolerant and could be considered more accurate in that they don't warp with water or temperature changes like wood does (however unless you are hunting in constant freezing rain, you shouldn't notice a difference). Wood is expensive to make and even more expensive if you want it decorated with good checkering and bedded accurately. But wood can be a thing of beauty. Depends on what you want and what you like. If the price is the same, I take nice looking wood every time however, I do have a nice ultralight rifle with synthetic stock that is real easy to carry over rough terrain.
My personal preference is synthetic. Light weight, durable. I have a Tikka T3 270 win.
On a hunting gun I prefer synthetic stocks for their lighter weight and higher durability.
Ones lighter and will not be afected by the "foul" weather. The other looks better.
You might find some wood stocks more tolerant of high heat (stable) than some synthetics.
A synthetic stock is light and won't warp because of weather or travel. Aslso a synthetic stock is more durable and you won't shoot yourself for scratching it up. Wood stocks are heavier and warp with bad weather.
some synthetics are ok but NEVER buy injected molding, it's light and cheap for a reason, it's prone to bending under stress or heat and it's weak. I always buy wood stocks, if your worried about swelling and warping buy a wood stock made in layers (simular to plywood) the cross grains distribute the stresses against each other instead of warping and the strength is unbeatable, take it from a guy that's had to use it as a club once or twice.
synthetic stocks are more accurate and consistant as a general whole due to the fact that they are not as suceptable to swelling and shrinking due to humudity and temperature changes. they are also cheaper than wood stocks, but dont have the heritage look. if it were me, id have to choose a synthetic stock because of the increased accuracy and durability.
One thing to be mindful of is that a synthetic stock is a bit lighter. On a 270 it dosen't matter but if you had a heavy recoiling gun eg 338 win mag. Some extra weight can help it feel a little nicer on your shoulder.
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Synthetic stocks are lighter and more stable, meaning they won't swell or warp due to weather.
I'm afraid I don't quite know what you mean.
Synthetics are also usually cheaper and easy to clean.
Each have their pros and cons. Synthetics are cheaper to make by far and are good if you want light weight. They are also a little more weather tolerant and could be considered more accurate in that they don't warp with water or temperature changes like wood does (however unless you are hunting in constant freezing rain, you shouldn't notice a difference). Wood is expensive to make and even more expensive if you want it decorated with good checkering and bedded accurately. But wood can be a thing of beauty. Depends on what you want and what you like. If the price is the same, I take nice looking wood every time however, I do have a nice ultralight rifle with synthetic stock that is real easy to carry over rough terrain.
??? What do you mean? and there are several types of synthetic stocks and wood stocks at that. It depends on what the stock is made out of and the enviornment it is used in. Each has its own unique characteristics.
My personal preference is synthetic. Light weight, durable. I have a Tikka T3 270 win.
On a hunting gun I prefer synthetic stocks for their lighter weight and higher durability.
Ones lighter and will not be afected by the "foul" weather. The other looks better.
You might find some wood stocks more tolerant of high heat (stable) than some synthetics.
A synthetic stock is light and won't warp because of weather or travel. Aslso a synthetic stock is more durable and you won't shoot yourself for scratching it up. Wood stocks are heavier and warp with bad weather.
some synthetics are ok but NEVER buy injected molding, it's light and cheap for a reason, it's prone to bending under stress or heat and it's weak. I always buy wood stocks, if your worried about swelling and warping buy a wood stock made in layers (simular to plywood) the cross grains distribute the stresses against each other instead of warping and the strength is unbeatable, take it from a guy that's had to use it as a club once or twice.
synthetic stocks are more accurate and consistant as a general whole due to the fact that they are not as suceptable to swelling and shrinking due to humudity and temperature changes. they are also cheaper than wood stocks, but dont have the heritage look. if it were me, id have to choose a synthetic stock because of the increased accuracy and durability.
One thing to be mindful of is that a synthetic stock is a bit lighter. On a 270 it dosen't matter but if you had a heavy recoiling gun eg 338 win mag. Some extra weight can help it feel a little nicer on your shoulder.
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