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Sporter Stock For Weatherby Vanguard/ Smith & Wesson Long Action - Sporter Stock La Vanguard, Howa, S&W, Mossberg Tan/Black
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SKU: 430104899
Overview
Built for long-action rifles in the Howa 1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith & Wesson 1500, and Mossberg 1500 pattern, this sporter-style stock is intended for hunters who want a straightforward replacement stock with a classic profile. It includes a cheekpiece and a full aluminum bedding block that runs from the grip to the front swivel stud, with a no-pressure-pad, free-floating setup. The 13.5-inch length of pull and 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad give it a practical fit for field use, while the tan-and-black finish keeps the look understated. With no checkering, it favors a clean, simple feel over extra texture.
Why Hunters Choose the Bell & Carlson
Sporter-style Stock
Cheekpiece for a classic, streamlined
Fits Howa
1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith &
Long-action Rifles
Standard barrel contour
Full Aluminum
Bedding block extends from grip
Includes 1-inch
Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad
Key Features
- Sporter-style stock with cheekpiece and no checkering
- Fits Howa 1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith & Wesson 1500, and Mossberg 1500
- Designed for long action rifles with standard barrel contour
- Full aluminum bedding block extends from grip to front swivel stud
- Includes a 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad
- 13.5-inch length of pull and approximately 2.25 pounds
Best Used For
- Hunters replacing a factory long-action stock on compatible Howa, Vanguard, Smith & Wesson, or Mossberg rifles
- Shooters wanting a sporter-style stock with cheekpiece and no checkering for a clean, simple setup
- Users who prefer a stock with a full aluminum bedding block and free-floating barrel arrangement
- Hunters looking for a 13.5-inch length of pull and recoil pad on a standard barrel contour rifle
Specifications
| Action | Long Action |
|---|---|
| Barrel Contour | Standard barrel contour |
| Bedding Block | Full aluminum bedding block extends from the grip to the front swivel stud |
| Checkering | No |
| Cheekpiece | Yes |
| Fits | Howa 1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith & Wesson 1500, Mossberg 1500 |
| Free Floating | Yes |
| Length Of Pull | 13.5 inches |
| Pressure Pad | No |
| Recoil Pad | 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad |
| Style | Sporter style |
| Weight | Approximately 2.25 pounds |
Pros
- Sporter-style stock with cheekpiece for a classic, streamlined profile
- Fits Howa 1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith & Wesson 1500, and Mossberg 1500
- Designed for long-action rifles with standard barrel contour
- Full aluminum bedding block extends from grip to front swivel stud
- Includes a 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad
- 13.5-inch length of pull and approximately 2.25-pound weight
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Sporter-style layout includes a cheekpiece but no checkering, so the feel is more straightforward than a textured hunting stock.
- Fits only the listed long-action rifles with standard barrel contour, so compatibility needs to be confirmed before ordering.
- The full aluminum bedding block and no pressure pad/free-floating setup are specific design choices that may not suit every shooter’s preferred stock setup.
- With a 13.5-inch length of pull, it may not be the best fit for hunters who need a shorter or adjustable stock dimension.
Suggested Comparisons
- Rifle stocks for long-action bolt rifles
- Replacement stocks with bedding blocks
- Sporter-style rifle stocks
- Stocks with recoil pads
Suggested Accessories
- Stock bedding block
- Recoil pad
- Rifle sling
- Sling swivel studs
Frequently Asked Questions
Which rifles does this stock fit?
It is listed as fitting Howa 1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith & Wesson 1500, and Mossberg 1500 rifles with standard barrel contour. It is for long action rifles.
Does this stock include checkering or a cheekpiece?
It has a cheekpiece and no checkering.
What bedding system does the stock use?
The description says it has a full aluminum bedding block that extends from the grip to the front swivel stud, with no pressure pad/free floating.
What is the length of pull?
The listed length of pull is 13.5 inches.
What recoil pad is included?
It includes a 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad.