Here`s the new Mauser 7mm mag that became part of my collection a few weeks back. Started out as a K98 and was Sporterized by a pro gunsmith . Failing health ( or death ) brought about the liquidation of the shop and all contents. I`d hazard a guess that this was one of his `babies`. Aftermarket barrel etc and one MOA makes this a sweet heart to shoot. I`d appreciate all comments as to what you see. I am certainly no expert and I`d like to hear all comments ( good or bad ) about what you see. What would it cost to have the stock checkered?? As nice as the wood is........ do I WANT to checker it ??


Bare with me as I try to bring up some photos.............

Didn`t mean to bring up that whole album........ new Photo Bucket process and I havn`t
 
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That's a beaut! There are those that don't actually like checkering. Jay Edwards for example. He considered checkering to "just some place to hold blood". I really don't consider it utilitarian, although some like to argue that. The 'slipperyness' of the stock depends a lot on the finish. I look at checkering like engraving on the metal. It tends to give the piece a 'finished' (completed) look. In truth, checkering actually HIDES the beauty of the wood as you cannot see the grain through most checkering. I believe that if you get it professionally checkered, you will add to its value.l

Sakorick should have some names for where you can get it checkered.

Paul

Your decision. Big D will do it for ??? depending on how fancy you want it. He charges me less than others. It's a beautiful piece of wood!