Breaking down my initial thoughts on the MDT Field Stock for the Remington 700. An affordable aftermarket stock...with some unique features. Tune in to find out! #mdtfieldstock #mdtchassis #remington700
Like the previous poster, this is the video I've been looking for. The install is what an average joe would experience replacing a factory stock. The pros and cons certainly helped with the decision my stock choices. I did see another youtuber mention issues with the polymer magazine as well. Gonna to go with this stock. Thank you for the video.
Thank you! I do not believe you’ll be disappointed. The mag issue is a minor one, and easy to overcome with lots of great options. I’ve spent the last couple months replacing all my other stocks for my basic rifles.
I have Ruger American Preditor in 6.5 Creedmoor. It came with the Magpul hunter stock but I could never get it to feed. Ruger blamed the magazines but I tried several. I put one of these on it and it feeds like a dream with either the metal or magpul magazines. Shoots well under .5 MOA. Feels much more comfortable than the Magpul.
I’ve had similar issues with the MPs I’ve played with in the past. This MDT has got some real potential: took it out to the range the other day and had solid feeding out of all the magazines except the Magpul. And the accuracy was excellent!
I just picked up the American hunter. First 2 rounds like to bind if I try closing the bolt slow or gently. So I have to use a little extra force. Don't think it's right. May have to upgrade the stock. Other than that I do like the rifle
Yeah my REM 700 came with the magpul stocks and after a while I’ve noticed it will start throwing my shots way off I’m going to buy a MDT oryx for mine
thanks for the video. yours is one of the very few on this stock. i just got mine in for my t3x ctr. it's a nice "do it all" setup, as you infer in this video
I dropped a Christensen arms 6.8 western into this stock and man kts awesome. No issues with feeding any ammo even handloads up to 2.94 coal. It shoots lights out. I am looking at the lss chasis with a folding stock next. Nice video.
Nice! I think ill probably pick up the LSS and the FRS this year as well…I’ve wanted to explore MDTs catalog a little more for my personal guns, rather than always just on customer rifles. It’s a solid company with great ethics and support so I can get behind them fully.
Best try the feeding with a full mag, I had an issue with a MDT poly mag in 308 that wouldn't feed the first round from a full mag. MDT want's a video of it happening but I haven't gotten around to making one yet. Other 2 poly mags work just fine.
I had the exact same issue with a polymer magazine that I ordered with the field stock. I contacted MDT and they actually replaced it with a 10-round upgraded polymer magazine with metal lips for free. The 10 round magazine puts the lower lip of the magazine below the release lever allowing it to fully push forward. This might be an option if you are allowed a 10 round magazine in your area.
@@calebwhiteknives I just wanted to give you an update on this subject. I just purchased a Bergara 5 round magazine which works perfectly with my MDT field stock. It's the BA0002. I bought it for my 22-250 which is in the Field stock. It worked in the stock flawlessly and fed perfectly. The Bergara magazine doesn't have the little bulge at the back like the MDT version of the magazine does.
Great review. I'm all about performance and value. This hits the mark. Gonna pick one up for my Ruger American in 6.5 CR. Was looking at the Oryx...but I like this better.
It’s a really great feeling option, even with the heavier profile. The Field Stock with one of the lighter/shorter barrels would probably make a killer hunting rig.
Subbed. Just bought this stock on MDT black Friday deal. Got a second issue, which has minor aesthetic blemishes. Gonna mount a Savage 110, 308 on it. Peace from Canada. I like seeing Canadain companies getting reviewed.
I fully support my Canadian brethren on the other side of the Ice Curtain! Thank you, and don’t be shy about sharing you’re feedback here as you try it out in the field. I was going to pick up a blem too, but I missed it, lol.
I'm glad to hear you say factory rifle stocks are shit. I bought a Bergara Wilderness Ridge SP a year ago, and after one trip to the range I absolutely hated it. I knew the length of pull was too short, the butt of the stock was angled and had minimal surface area on the bad, being very sharply rounded, and the rifle weighed about 7 pounds before you throw on a scope. I figured it was going to be a good way to break in, get back into shooting, with it being .308, but I hadn't planned for that stock, and it was violent. Of course I'm thinking of putting a new stock on it, have since I got it, before shooting it, but the residual hate I was feeling made me wonder if I was still going to hate it after. Currently trying to commit to spending more money on it than I already have, which is how I found your video lol
That’s the struggle, no doubt; do you spend more to make the money you already spent work for you?!? When it comes to upgrading stocks…my answer is always yes. 😆 At least MDT and others are finally giving us viable options, which are affordable, and are a real added value. With good “upgrade” features. Not just more crap, lol. The factories really have gotten cheap with most of their stocks.
Over torqued action screws is the first thing that came to mind after watching this video. Looks like a budget stock that will work well when properly installed.
@@mikerennick1988☝x2, I always remove the bolt before installing the stock to avoid this issue if the action screws are too long, especially the front one. I agree, way over torqued.
What are your ideas on the Sako S20.....i think it comes with a decent stock...in two versions,which by the way,you can combine. My S20 has the hunter back stock,and the precision fore end...i love the thumbhole of the hunterstock...and combined with the precision fore end which is wider,heavier,and has the m-loks...is perfect for me...very ridged,and feels really nice. I'm really interrested in your opinion. Thanks for your nice video all the best from the Netherlands.
I don’t have a whole lot of experience with the Sako personally, but I’ve always enjoyed the actions and fit of the stock when I’ve held them. So far as accuracy…I’ve never done my own testing. But Sako is a venerable brand with tried and true accuracy/reliability.
Just received my MDT Field stock and got to mounting my Savage model 11 and I had a spacer drop onto the bench. It appears to go where the forward action screw is which I’m sure will keep that screw from contacting the bolt. Either that’s a fix or maybe yours dropped on the floor without you noticing.
I didn’t see any spacers. When I pulled the bolts and micrometered them, the distorted ‘cupping’ from the thread drawing process on the from action screw was what was creating about .020” too much head; and when torqued fully down to proper spec, it was just enough to kiss the bolt head and bind it up.
When you test the stock, test it for twisting and side flex or torsion movement. The KRG Bravo is nice, but the plastic flexes to much even with the aluminum frame. I had to add the Arca rail to cut down on the twist and flex. Using my bipod in the prone, when I laid my head on the cheek riser it allows the stock to flex and twist sideways throwing off my bubble level. That forces you to use your firing hand to twist it back upright to level the bubble again before firing. Not cool!
It does have a little side to side wiggle on bipods; not a huge deal, but yeah, something to look out for certainly. Bottom line, this will most likely be just a replacement option for my hunting rigs. Although, taking it to a prs match just for the pure scientific curiosity might happen….😆
@calebwhiteknives I felt the same way in the beginning. It doesn't seem like it will be a big deal, but it will become one. The more you use it, the more you will notice that twisting. Because you'll need to learn to compensate for it, you'll begin to notice how it affects recoil and the natural lay of the rifle. That twisting force gets released during firing and will cause the recoil pattern to not be only rearward in a straight line. I'm probably going to switch to a Boyd's stock because they're much stiffer than any plastic stocks out there.
Wish they will do one for the CZ457, it’s another $250 Australian to jump up to the next model. I want something light to carry around and one of these is the perfect option between the factory plastic stock and a chassis with a lot more metal (and weight)
Got mine last week. Have the exact same issue with my 5 rnd polymer mags I use with my Oryx. My issue is I can't even fandangle the mag out, I have to push the latch pin and remove the latch just to retrieve the mag. It's very obviously the bottom of the mag inhibiting the lever to actually be able to release it. Sadly, Canada has messed up capacity laws and we can't have more than 5 in a centerfire. Seems my only solution is gonna be to move to the metal AICS mags for this 308win.
It’s an unfortunate, but very obvious problem I hope can be fixed. Metal mags are generally better anyways! 😆. I’d heard similar about the Oryx; and was hoping it wouldn’t be that way with the Field…bummer.
Generally speaking in canada you are allowed to have more then 5 rnds in a centerfire as long as it's not a semi automatic or doesn't share mags with a semi automatic ie ar mags (unless you get ar pistol mags then it's 10Rds in .223) just a heads up in case you didn't know. Only other stipulation may be based on hunting regs having a capacity restriction based on your province but that only counts for hunting.
In Canada you can have more than 5 rounds of centerfire in a bolt action. Thats not an issue at all. Just not more than 5 rounds in a semi auto unless your using 10 round pistol mags in a semi auto, than you can have ten rounds. I have the pistol mags for both my 223 and 308 semi autos. I had MDT polymer mags and tossed them in the garbage can. But I do love my MDT 5 and 10 round metal mags, never had a single issue with them.
After a little bit of sanding with fine grit on the seams of the 5 rnd mags and some working the spring tension for a while, it functions alright. As long as mag is inserted prior to seeing a game animal, it'll work for hunting purposes. I did take advantage of MDT's black Friday sale and picked up some metal mags at 40% off.
Yeah, that would be a nice addition to the stock inlet. I'm a huge fan of the 10 HS Precision (my first long-range rig). They have it inletted in other chassis they offer, so I wouldn't be surprised to see the Field Stock get it to.
I’ve been looking at the MDT Oryx and XRS until I found this one! Which one of them would you suggest for a 243 used mostly for coyote hunting on a tripod, but with the versatility to deer or antelope hunt on the move too??
Personally I’d go with the Field Stock for the weight/bulk savings, and versatility. I just put out a comparison video of the two which discusses the pros and cons of the XRS vs. the Field directly. May help with your decision. Yeah, for me I’d go Field Stock for lighter/shorter/easier to maneuver.
I had the same issue with my ORYX Chassis and the 5 rds polymer mag not being released . Problem was due to the thick lip the polymer mag has behind facing the trigger guard release not allowing much movement . MDT realized the mistake and they sent me a 5 rd metal mag for free and problem solved . The 5 rd Magpul polymer mag works flawless ...
Off topic: What is the anvil in the background @ ~7.55 in the video? I just purchased this stock for my 6mm creedmoor Ruger American Predator and am dropping it in today. Thanks Caleb. Keep up the awesome content.
I don’t have any personal experience with the Sharps chassis; although I have used some of their other products in the past and have been pleased with the quality. I’d say from the price listed on their website, the Heat Seeker looks to offer a lot. I think I might pick one up and see if it’s worth reviewing.
@@calebwhiteknivesthank you! Want to get the cz600 trail and run a grip on it and was trying to find a chassis for a budget gun like ruger ranch. Cz600 has like 2MOA and worse accuracy for higher price. Now I can make a modern bolt battle rifle lol
I'm not actually...I have several torque wrenches which I use for all final fit and assembly. Under-torquing is a thing. Over-torquing actions screws - much harder to do unless you just plain strip it out.
While I do like the Magpul Hunter, and think it offers a lot to the end user; I think the Field is slightly more refined, more simplified, and a little bit more rugged. The Hunter is fine choice, but in my personal experience, for me as a user, they are a bit thick in some places, and flimsy in others. That's 100% personal preference though. Overall the Hunter is a great piece of kit...but after using both I'm leaning more towards the MDT. Prices are very equivalent, and the overall quality of both is great for the category. The one larger drawback to the hunter is the bottom metal...it's not standard with DBM; but on the other hand some folks may like the BDL style standard better. With the MDT AICS flush mag though, the Field accomplishes the same thing. I still go more towards the Field Stock than anything now after using it. Both are strong enough for hunting us, both are from great companies with high-quality products; but as of right now according to the Magpul catalog..the MDT services more rifles, with more built-in adaptability. The grip angle on the MDT is a bit more comfortable as will. 😄
The Hunter is a good stock overall, with comparable options. The MDT Field just seems a little lighter and slimmer, and more refined. It also feels a little more sturdy to me.
This one has an SWFA10X(mil) on it. I have more of those type optics than anything on my testing rigs, etc. But my primary hunters/DMRs I have Vortex PSTs, and Burris XTRs, or US Optics.
@Drgunzo616 I spoke to MDT the 2nd or 3rd day after the announcement, and they said it's being considered and that I should put myself on the notification list for when it becomes available. I haven't been notified yet. After the 1st of the year, I'll call them again and see if they have a timeline.
Meh…decent enough, but the grip screw/action mate up on the back end causes some problems on the earlier generation stuff. In my opinion they’re slightly more flimsy than the Field Stock. A good second option.
It’s possible. Or squirrel. Not sure; but the rumor is I was found on the side of the road as a baby drinking out of a Lone Star beer bottle in west Texas. Being raised by wild critters. Never done DNA test, but maybe eventually.
This is the mistake that I also made and learned a hard lesson, the claim that your hand is a torque wrench is well bogus. Obviously if you are tightening the action screws and the bolt binds you are applying too much torque. You are also putting stress on your action that will affect your accuracy.It’s silly to argue this point. I tried to save the $60 on a torque wrench and hand tightened my action to the plastic stock but then the screw would’t come out, ended out drilling into it and in the process needed new action screws, new bottom metal and a new stock as that part was crushed a little and wouldn’t seat flat. Save yourself the agony and buy the damn wrench !
@@calebwhiteknives once you understand the reason behind proper torque settings you'll start doing it properly. Next you'll blame the inaccuracy on the rifle eventhough screw torque greatly affects it. Smh
@@thomaslunt8139 Yeah no, that wasn't the issue...I have all sorts of fun gadgets in my shop alongside my torque wrench; like micrometers, dials, hardness testers, etc. The bolt started binding at 17 ft/lbs. Nice theory though.
