Bill - Some people reported CSMC let them specify the buttplate instead of the interchangeable pad system. Expect that will save some weight.
I've been thinking about ordering one of the 16s. I'd definitely order the buttplate, and also would ask for the style of stock shown in their advertising. In a thread on SSBB a fellow unhappy with the change got a receptive hearing from CSMC and, he thought they might come through with a switch to that style for him. Sounded like he was unhappy enough with the delivered stock to otherwise return the gun for a refund.
I wonder if they're using the same stock/pad system on both the 12 and 16 ga. guns. They may be saving some cost that way.
