Fixed vs. Adjustable Stock

[yukonjasper]

currently running an A2 fixed stock on the Bushmaster - came with it and I haven't thought much of it. I've been working towards getting out to do some Predator hunting and was told by a guy in the area I'd be hunting that I shouldn't bother until it gets cold out. That begs the question of whether my fixed stock is the best choice since the adjustable will give me flexibility for differing weather conditions. I have read that the fixed are generally considered more accurate and quieter.

Any strong opinions you'd like to share on this subject?

If I were to order a slider, what would you pick and why?

Thanks for your thoughts.

[hammAR]

How "strong" do you want the opinion to be.......................

[Ghost]

I don't think it matters. Pick what you like. I generally like the collapsible for transport reasons, especially on my 24" AR.

I've got quite a few of these now and like them. Quiet and sturdy.
http://www.larue.com/larue-tactical-rat-stock

[Prepared4Survival]

I run adjustable because I'm the guy friends and family come to when they want to shoot. My wife is short 5'2"- if I want her to be able to shoot it needs to be adjustable. Unless you are running around in the dead of winter with thick layers on I can't see it mattering too much. If you do switch buy a good stock even some of the entry level magpul stocks can have a little play. Once you get to the $80+ range they tend to be tight. Also consider that you will be replacing your buffer tube (possibly spring and buffer as well while you are at it) That adds another expense.
In my opinion, at that point just build/buy another rifle....
Seriously though, put on what you would wear in the winter and ask yourself if you are having issues with shouldering the gun, holding it, and pulling the trigger.


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[yukonjasper]

How "strong" do you want the opinion to be.......................

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impressive - I could use some tips............

[hammAR]

impressive - I could use some tips............

TIP #1 - Do not build a rifle for every Joe & Jane that you know or might know to shoot..........
Build a rifle for you and for what you want to use it for -
you cannot build one to do everything, unless you want to do everything half-assed.............

Off subject: Got 42 coyotes this season.....using the right tools...

[yukonjasper]

42!!!!! Fantastic. I'm going to give it a go this year. Sounds like the best hunting, in the areas in Western Minnesota that I'll be going to,is the dead of winter when the Yotes get hungry and a little desperate. I'll try earlier just to get some sit time. Would you recommend using an elevated deer stand is it were available?

[MnHornet]

I have an A2 on my yote gun.
My other rifles are set up for their intended purposes.

[hammAR]

I only hunt yotes Oct-Mar.
Coyotes hunt for food all year around - and they are good, very good..........they are scavengers
Cold helps (pelts are full, and yes food availability is a minor issue),
bare sticks rather that full foliage helps (field of view and sighting),
proper set-up helps (watch wind, sun, and background),
not hunting educated yotes helps (too many yahoos with electronic calls and lots of shooting and missing),
visual distraction helps (feathers from string or animated decoy - Shih-Tzu and Yorkshire Terrier work well ),
be prepared to shoot (they come in fast anywhere from 30 yds to 500 yds)
watch for followers (breeding pairs tend to hunt together)
other (experience will teach) .............

tree stand - NFW...........

[UnaStamus]

For long range precision, I prefer an adjustable fixed like the Magpul PRS or the Luth MBA-1. If you have a carbine extension/stock, then using something like the Luth MBA-3 or LMT DMR556 stock works a lot better. I like having extra adjustability for the cheek and length of pull. Most adjustable rifle stocks are shorter than the A2 stock, but allow for buttplate extension out to A2 length or more.

[tabberski]

I put a fixed stock on my 6.8 for deer hunting, but found out that when wearing my camo parka and multiple layers underneath the gun no longer fit well. Switched back to an adjustable. I like the idea of a fixed stock, less potential in moving parts when trying to make a precise shot. Just my opinion based on SWAG.

[yukonjasper]

At 6'2"ish, LOP and fit are sometimes an issue as is scope mounting and eye relief. I guess I should get an upper for the lower in the safe that has an adjustable stock and see what happens. Longer range Range time is at a premium. Next trip out west to the farm will include an electronic call just to see what I can scare up to shoot at.

[Ghost]

At 6'2"ish, LOP and fit are sometimes an issue as is scope mounting and eye relief. I guess I should get an upper for the lower in the safe that has an adjustable stock and see what happens. Longer range Range time is at a premium. Next trip out west to the farm will include an electronic call just to see what I can scare up to shoot at.

Can you simply put an upper you already have on that lower?

[shooter115]

You're tall enough that I don't think you'll have any issues with length of pull even with several layers on. As long as your cheek weld is good and it naturally lines your up eye with your optics, no great reason to go away from the M2. On my yote rig I'm running a Luth MBA, because i'm using a DPMS Hi-Rider upper receiver that pushes the scope up quite a ways. Plus it looks pretty bad ass.

[LumberZach]

I'm 6'6" and opted for an adjustable stock after deer hunting with a fixed stock. Like others said above, LOP issues with all the layers become prevalent. YMMV but I'd recommend an adjustable stock.


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