Who hunts with a chassis

[sable tireur]

I've written about chassis here and on other forums for all the time I've been shooting with them. I like most designs although I've modified a couple to improve a design so they work better for me.

This is my very most favorite chassis for hunting, target shooting and other forms of competition:

It is comfortable, adjustable to suit the changing needs of competition formats, and has the weight I like to help defeat cartridges with greater recoil energy. It is NOT lightweight, it is NOT cheap but like the best tools, it stands up to all the uses I choose to put it through. It's not for everyone but it is my favorite.

I hunt in the cold, snow and ice as well as on the desert and in the rain. Never have I had an occurrence of a breakdown or discomfort from cold. Learn how to work with the elements and prepare for the environment. Embrace the challenges and enjoy being outside!

 

[Austin_Michael]

7mm LRM with Medium Palma barrel sitting in a Cadex/MDT chassis.

Barreled Action - 5.08 lbs
BA + Chassis - 9.31 lbs
BA + Chassis + NF Optic (30oz) + Bipod - 12.47 lbs

Great rig for hunting.

 

[GHDIII]

Any ideas what you can cover a chassis with so its not so cold in the winter? I have an MDT chassis.

Corey

https://www.primaryarms.com/2+Rail-Covers

 

[OrionsStar]

Any ideas what you can cover a chassis with so its not so cold in the winter? I have an MDT chassis.

Corey

Mole Skin that you use for preventing/relieving blisters.

 

[Rick Richard]

If it is that cold where It can't be held, than wouldn't a person already have gloves on? Just saying.

 

[wyodeer]

Exactly
I work outside all year long in a very cold area with metal tools and such.
Pretty sure an aluminium chassis isn't going to bother me

 

[ATH]

If it is that cold where It can't be held, than wouldn't a person already have gloves on? Just saying.

Doesn't change the fact that heat conductivity will be higher than with a non-metal stock. When it's 15F and you are in a stand situation where you have to hold the rifle and can't set it down this makes a difference. There is some geographical context here but for some of us it's an important consideration. If you are in a tree stand, and a deer could pop out 50 yards away, you can't set your rifle down anywhere. You need to be ready. For hours.

Have you actually had to hold a metal rifle in such a situation?

 

[ATH]

Any ideas what you can cover a chassis with so its not so cold in the winter? I have an MDT chassis.

Corey

If you have MLOK I believe you can get inserts, such as Magpul. I have not tried but am soon looking at options.

 

[ATH]

Exactly
I work outside all year long in a very cold area with metal tools and such.
Pretty sure an aluminium chassis isn't going to bother me

Have you held such tools continuously for hours, without setting them down, when you are not moving to produce body heat?

 

[sp6x6]

Ive bowhunted like that for hrs,but hung bow on limb or nail etc.Never cost me a shot.160-70 type whiteys Some chassis have a carbon front wrap,most look like a many option rubber grip like on many pistol.Id like make a reasonable light one in a 6.5 for varmits

 

[Rick Richard]

Doesn't change the fact that heat conductivity will be higher than with a non-metal stock. When it's 15F and you are in a stand situation where you have to hold the rifle and can't set it down this makes a difference. There is some geographical context here but for some of us it's an important consideration. If you are in a tree stand, and a deer could pop out 50 yards away, you can't set your rifle down anywhere. You need to be ready. For hours.

Have you actually had to hold a metal rifle in such a situation?

Not a firearm, but a metal riser bow in much colder temps.

 

[Jluck]

Any ideas what you can cover a chassis with so its not so cold in the winter? I have an MDT chassis.

Corey

Wood or plastic... oh wait a minute...

 

[sable tireur]

For all those who have are intimidated by a little aluminum, here is a new solution which will debut at S.H.O.T. Show:

https://wooxstore.com/products/chassis-furiosa

There are a couple of other non-aluminum chassis being introduced also. I think GRS has one and MDT.

 

[Flare]

For all those who have are intimidated by a little aluminum, here is a new solution which will debut at S.H.O.T. Show:

https://wooxstore.com/products/chassis-furiosa

There are a couple of other non-aluminum chassis being introduced also. I think GRS has one and MDT.

Oh my that is one good looking chassis/stock

Corey