[Joe, I was thinking of the other guys, maybe they might like a machined stock, especially of your design? Besides, If you have 5(?!) in process, maybe it's time to start thinking about a pattern stock, eh? Sure saves on repeated motions.
I never particulary cared for Martini's of any size, as long as I 've still got Low Walls and High Walls... but do like your and I'll bet the other guys (looking for actions) do too!
Actually only 3 in process right now, those photos were taken years ago. And also actually one of those 3 in-process stocks has morphed into an extra one since its once-planned action now has a new home. So I'll have a spare to use as a pattern for anyone interested.
Martinis of all sizes are indeed awkward-looking and awkward for sporting scope use as well, but at least the Cadets can be cleaned from the breech without much hassle. And they won't spit back at the shooter, ever. I agree that the walls are MUCH more visually attractive but also must add that some of Bob Snapp's Cadets are much better-looking than LOTS of walls I've seen (grin). AAMOF some of his Cadets are absolutely STUNNING not so much for their (of course professional-level) finish & engraving but rather for their styling & stocking details and flowing lines. Wish I had some pics of some of his work, perhaps someone else can help on the other thread?
Regards, Joe
