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For modern companies, the challenge to protect the environment has begun, and it’s not just about not polluting. The keyword is sustainability.

However, what is the link between custom gun stocks and safeguarding the planet?

Wood, of course.

Discover more in the following article!

We often face challenging technical and structural demands from our clients that require both experience and different sets of expertise to resolve. These are the cases in which Minelli can really bring its added values to the table while trying to develop the best solution for our clients’ requests. Doing so requires a lengthy process of study and often the need to create machines tailored to a specific purpose.

In today’s article, we want to discuss a case study involving the creation of a specific technology for making an OEM off-axis grip custom gun stock.

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In the U.S., many enthusiasts are willing to pay a lot of money to have new custom rifle stocks each year.

For this reason, very often, the supplier needs to offer something innovative, new ideas, or new styles in line with new market trends or, better, to anticipate them.

In this article, we want to give some advice on how to understand what consumers look for, anticipate new trends, and discover the most sought-after designs.

Besides its structural role, a gun stock might serve two other important functions: ergonomic and aesthetic, which are intrinsically connected.

In the following article, we discuss the challenges as well as the possible problems the manufacturer must face to match technical and aesthetic aspects during production of custom gun stocks.

The gun stock has three important functions:

• structural
• ergonomic
• aesthetic

Each one needs specific and rigorous study and development processes, depending on the purpose of the arm.

In this article, we will discuss how a correct inlet design can influence the quality of the arm and the precision of the stock as well as the role of the manufacturer.

The finish is one of the most important aspects of wood gun stock manufacturing, as it determines how durable, strong, and glamorous the product will be.

An expert wood maker can offer a wide range of options, but how do you choose the best gun stock finish to satisfy your clients’ requests?

Let’s discuss the topic in the following article.

The stock is the part of the rifle that you shoulder and put in contact with your body. For this reason, many manufacturers have created several versions of their products, with the same mechanical components, but different shapes and characteristics depending on customers’ requests and preferences.

An adjustable rifle stock can let the shooter feel comfortable while holding the arm. Let’s talk about this topic in the article.

The carbine stock is the part of the arm to which the barrel, the action, and the firing mechanism are assembled. To ensure an accurate shot, a perfect fit of all these components is necessary. In this article, we will talk about wood tolerances and their role in the accuracy, durability, and precision of the stock.

Thumbhole stocks are less common than standard rifle stocks but no less appreciated by consumers. Producers are sometimes unwilling to include them in their product catalogues, or they prefer offering just a few options. In this article, we want to give some reasons why you should include them in your catalogue.