Services

 

Custom Stocks


Developed from a Pattern Stock: 

 

A custom stock made from a pattern stock involves modifying an existing stock first. This can be either the customer’s existing stock or another stock can be sourced for modification. Regardless, the existing stock is altered by removing wood in some areas, and adding material with polyester putty in other areas, such as the grip. 

 

Through multiple adjustments, and subsequent test shooting to validate the changes, the pattern stock is made. Once fully refined to the customer’s liking, the pattern stock is then replicated into a new stock using a stock blank and carving machine called a duplicator. Finally, the stock is sanded and finished. 

 

Duplication of Existing Stock:

 

For those who have a stock they already love and just wish it had a twin! Neale’s Stock Craft can duplicate your existing stock to make that dream come true. The customer will have a choice of stock blank from Neale’s Stock Craft’s inventory of blanks on hand, or we can discuss finding the perfect blank. 

 

Developed from a Stock Blank: 

 

An alternative custom stock-making process involves using a duplicator machine to begin a stock directly from a blank. In this method, only the inletting and shaping of the head are completed at the beginning. Then, from conversation with the customer, and from dimensions taken from their original stock, shaping begins on the new stock.

 

After observation of test shooting and collection of feedback, more shaping and adjusting is done, followed by additional test shooting. This process continues until the customer is satisfied. The stock is then fully shaped, sanded, and finished.

Service Radius


Serving the Kansas City Metro area, Neale's Stock Craft offers services from Neale's workshop in Overland Park, KS, and also is happy to consult with clients at the following local clubs:


  

Additional Services


Not everyone needs or wants a custom stock to be made, but most shooters can benefit from refinement of fit. Therefore, Neale's Stock Craft also offers stock length adjustment, recoil pad fitting, adjustable butt plate fitting, and adjustable comb hardware installation.

 

See the "Pricing" page for specifics, or feel free to contact us for fitting inquiries.