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Posted: 12/4/2018 4:51:40 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Deltagunner00]
Hey Guys,
Anyone put a RAP in one of the new Magpul Ruger stocks? I have one in 243 I would like to get a different stock for. If so, what mags did you go with? Thanks...just starting to look into these new Magpul stocks. ** EDIT 1/9/18 - I ended up buying one of these after posting this topic. Weren't a lot of videos out there when I was searching so I put one together if anyone cares to watch. The video is in a post down this page. |
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UT, USA
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Posted: 12/5/2018 1:08:37 AM EDT
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I have a RAP in 308 in one. I am partial to PMAGS and they have been fine for me. The stock makes the gun noticeably heavier if you care.
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USA
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Posted: 12/5/2018 12:41:07 PM EDT
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I am very interested in this as well. My initial plan was to go with a Weatherby Vanguard. Then I saw a RAP in a magpul stock and was very impressed.
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Posted: 12/5/2018 4:26:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JSmitt6:
I have a RAP in 308 in one. I am partial to PMAGS and they have been fine for me. The stock makes the gun noticeably heavier if you care. |
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UT, USA
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Posted: 12/5/2018 7:24:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Deltagunner00:
I was afraid of that. This is just strictly a coyote rifle. I wouldn't care as much if it were bench rest but not sure how much more weight I want to add to it. |
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VT, USA
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Posted: 12/6/2018 5:14:53 PM EDT
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How much more does it weigh? How do you like it as a bench rest stock?
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 12/7/2018 8:11:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By LogCabinShooter:
How much more does it weigh? How do you like it as a bench rest stock? |
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VT, USA
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Posted: 12/9/2018 1:05:19 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By imaguy3: the stock weighs 3.3 lbs... https://www.magpul.com/products/hunter-american-stock-ruger-american-short-action |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 12/9/2018 3:28:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By LogCabinShooter: How much does the ruger stock weigh? I do not have a RAP. Considering buying one. Thanks if someone is able to help. |
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VT, USA
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Posted: 12/9/2018 10:00:11 PM EDT
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Thanks good info!
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Posted: 12/11/2018 11:35:20 AM EDT
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I put my Ruger American Predator in a Magpul stock and couldn't be happier. As a matter of fact, I did so specifically to be my coyote rig. People complain about the weight; but, put it in your actual use perspective. How much walking do you intend to do. Me, I drive from location to location when coyote hunting. Walks are usually no further than a mile. When I hunt the mountains here in Montana, I always carry light weight rifles in either Barrett Fieldcraft, Kimber Montana or Tikka Super Lite and others. However, until about ten or fifteen years ago, I was carrying your standard sporter weight rifles everywhere I hunted. At the time, I never knew my rifle was heavy. Only when exposed to the newer lightweight offerings did I ever then become aware of the fact I was carrying a heavyweight. It's all a matter of perspective.
To answer one of the questions above, so far I have been able to use both Magpul and MDT Tac magazines. My only real complaint about the Magpul stock is that, at times, the mag seems to sag ever so slightly at the front interfering with a smooth chambering. The Magpuls can be found quite frequently used for around $200. The Magpul stock and Ruger American make for a very cost effective setup. |
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Posted: 12/15/2018 7:21:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BigSky1:
I put my Ruger American Predator in a Magpul stock and couldn't be happier. As a matter of fact, I did so specifically to be my coyote rig. People complain about the weight; but, put it in your actual use perspective. How much walking do you intend to do. Me, I drive from location to location when coyote hunting. Walks are usually no further than a mile. When I hunt the mountains here in Montana, I always carry light weight rifles in either Barrett Fieldcraft, Kimber Montana or Tikka Super Lite and others. However, until about ten or fifteen years ago, I was carrying your standard sporter weight rifles everywhere I hunted. At the time, I never knew my rifle was heavy. Only when exposed to the newer lightweight offerings did I ever then become aware of the fact I was carrying a heavyweight. It's all a matter of perspective. To answer one of the questions above, so far I have been able to use both Magpul and MDT Tac magazines. My only real complaint about the Magpul stock is that, at times, the mag seems to sag ever so slightly at the front interfering with a smooth chambering. The Magpuls can be found quite frequently used for around $200. The Magpul stock and Ruger American make for a very cost effective setup. Can you or anyone else let me know if it is possible to mount a direct mounting plate for a ballhead that sits on top of a tripod? Like a Magpul MLok Tripod Adapter or one from RRS? |
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Posted: 1/3/2019 10:38:00 AM EDT
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Yes. It is specifically set up for MLok.
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FL, USA
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Posted: 1/3/2019 2:43:59 PM EDT
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BigSky1,
What caliber is your Ruger Predator that you are using in the Magpul Hunter American stock? |
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Posted: 1/6/2019 5:18:25 PM EDT
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The Magpul stock adds two lbs to the gun... That's a ton. In hindsight, Magpul should have called it the Ruger Bench, instead of the Hunter. A hunter should be lighter in weight. Having said that, I do love the stock. But with a bipod and scope, it's an 11+ lbs gun when loaded. The 3.3 lbs is without the bottom metal, screws, V blocks, and a mag. Toss all of it on, and it's a half pound heavier.
My other gripe, I'd the barrel channel is way too big.  Attached File |
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Posted: 1/6/2019 5:35:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Deltagunner00:
I was afraid of that. This is just strictly a coyote rifle. I wouldn't care as much if it were bench rest but not sure how much more weight I want to add to it. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Deltagunner00:
Originally Posted By JSmitt6:
I have a RAP in 308 in one. I am partial to PMAGS and they have been fine for me. The stock makes the gun noticeably heavier if you care. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 1/11/2019 12:49:59 AM EDT
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I dig mine.
Same setup as above with magpul bi-pod on LaRue qd mount. |
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Posted: 1/11/2019 8:32:31 AM EDT
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 Attached FileI ended up getting a black one and love it. I am not near as concerned about the weight as I thought I would be. Still at a budget price but made very solid. I only had it a week and already put some paint to it. Super happy with going with the Magpul stock. |
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Posted: 1/11/2019 8:35:42 AM EDT
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Here is a video I put together of the stock if anyone cares to watch it. This is before I painted it and just shows how it shoots right after swapping stocks.
 Ruger American Build | Magpul Hunter American |
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OR, USA
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Posted: 1/11/2019 5:23:53 PM EDT
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Deltagunner00
Got yourself another subscriber! Really like the videos and paint job. |
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Posted: 1/12/2019 12:47:19 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Ryanlilb:
Deltagunner00 Got yourself another subscriber! Really like the videos and paint job. |
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UT, USA
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Posted: 1/12/2019 2:37:04 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Deltagunner00:
https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/267434/FullSizeRender_jpg-803701.JPG I ended up getting a black one and love it. I am not near as concerned about the weight as I thought I would be. Still at a budget price but made very solid. I only had it a week and already put some paint to it. Super happy with going with the Magpul stock. |
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UT, USA
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Posted: 1/12/2019 2:45:07 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JSmitt6:
That paint job is sexy. Did you do it yourself? I NEED to know! Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JSmitt6:
Originally Posted By Deltagunner00:
https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/267434/FullSizeRender_jpg-803701.JPG I ended up getting a black one and love it. I am not near as concerned about the weight as I thought I would be. Still at a budget price but made very solid. I only had it a week and already put some paint to it. Super happy with going with the Magpul stock. |
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Posted: 1/12/2019 2:58:58 AM EDT
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I'm a .243 fan, what's the twist rate on the ruger predator?
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Posted: 1/12/2019 4:04:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CLICKBANGBANG:
The Magpul stock adds two lbs to the gun... That's a ton. In hindsight, Magpul should have called it the Ruger Bench, instead of the Hunter. A hunter should be lighter in weight. Having said that, I do love the stock. But with a bipod and scope, it's an 11+ lbs gun when loaded. The 3.3 lbs is without the bottom metal, screws, V blocks, and a mag. Toss all of it on, and it's a half pound heavier. My other gripe, I'd the barrel channel is way too big. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/158348/E760A223-7DA3-49A3-9B4C-9EE3974BC002_jpeg-798436.JPG |
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Posted: 1/13/2019 9:17:44 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By maleante:
I'm a .243 fan, what's the twist rate on the ruger predator? |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 1/16/2019 11:40:40 AM EDT
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I just ordered one from Brownells in OD. It's hard to pass up when Brownells always has those discount codes
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Posted: 1/16/2019 5:23:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WholeBunches:
BigSky1, What caliber is your Ruger Predator that you are using in the Magpul Hunter American stock? |
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