![]() ![]() Boyds can offer these options because their stocks are truly custom – each one is made to order. As you can see from the photos, I wanted to try the laser stippling, which adds $62 more. Standard 13-3/4 LOP is included, and going a little longer or shorter is another $28. Adding a laminate color is another $17-19. And that the default finish on the base stock is textured black. I should mention that the adjustable comb is a $67 option on top of the base price of $169 for the Pro Varmint. Boyds also includes three studs on the Pro Varmint – two up front for a bipod and sling, and one out back. The adjustment range is quite generous – looks like it’s possible to raise it about 3/4 of an inch. So loosen the first one, and then when the 2nd one is loosened, simply raise or lower the rest to the desired position. Rather than being a threaded post, where each twist raises or lower the rest, it’s got two wedges. Two small holes in the top of the comb make this easy. Adjustable comb on the Boyds Pro Varmint Stock for the Ruger 10/22 TakedownĪdjusting the comb on the Pro Varmint requires a hex key, which is included. Even though this is not what anyone would consider a “precision” rifle, comfort and a proper cheek weld are still important. That was because I like the idea of fine tuning the cheek rest height. Since I was already comfortable with it, I wanted the same one for the Takedown, but with the adjustable comb. The one on my Savage was called the “Tacticool” back then, and it made for a good bolt action trainer, rather than burning up. I went with Pepper Laminate color, as it’s a subdued cool grey that looks really good with the matte black barrel. So it’s mostly a drop-in installation, although it’s expected that some fitting may be required. All the inletting is done for your specific action too. The blank this creates is then machined until it’s in the shape of a rifle stock. Made from layers of wood glued together under heat and pressure, it has the color stained in before the lamination process. Like most of Boyds stocks the Pro Varmint is a laminate. Boyds Pro Varmint Stock for the Ruger 10/22 Takedown Laminated construction So when I saw that it was available with an adjustable comb, I asked about reviewing one, and they were kind enough to provide one for testing and evaluation. I’ve had a similar stock on my Savage MK II for about a decade, and really like it. Although it turns out that it’s really not too heavy. ![]() Given that I already had a very light Takedown, I went the opposite direction with this one. It’s not exactly a lightweight, but is a favorite when I take friends shooting. 920″ barrel with the cantilever scope mount. This rifle has an Adaptive Tactical Tac Hammer. Boyds Pro Varmint stock ended up being the perfect choice when setting up my scoped Ruger 10/22 Takedown. ![]()
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