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I use a brad point bit 1/2 inch and drill a hole where the screw slits are. I drill down to the base and cover the pad with pig skin and then cut slits in the hole to make pie shaped points that are then glued to the inside of the hole. I buy "O" sized rubber stoppers that I shape and round and then cover them with leather as well. That way you can screw the pad to the stock and have the holes covered as well.

I can send you some pictures of some if you wish.

Regards, Gordon

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