Boyds stocks are engineered to perfectly fit the gun. They're tight where they need to be tight, loose where they need to be loose for superior performance and improved accuracy you can measure. Boyds uses only top-grade hardwoods, because a hardwood stock performs! Every stock is dried to exacting specifications to ensure rigidity and stability, then sealed with chemical-resistant finishes for long-lasting durability and performance in all weather conditions. Since 1981, Boyds engineers have continued to perfect manufacturing methods so you get for more gunstock for the money. All finished parts have been CNC inlet to Boyds' House Action. Note: Variations may exist from firearm to firearm, minor fitting may be required to get that perfect fit to your firearm. Natural cosmetic imperfections such as minor knots, burls, heartwood, mineral lines or minor cosmetic fill work are normal and are not considered defective.