Description
B-STOCK Merlyn Thumbhole LH Stock #105
Left-hand, with chequered grip
This is a B-STOCK left-handed walnut thumbhole stock to fit the now-discontinued Merlyn model (#105). It is genuine Daystate factory replacement woodwork and fully functional, but due to some slight blemishes or other reasons, it is not in the condition Daystate considers ‘new’. We are therefore able to offer it as a B-Stock item, at a reduced price that reflects the imperfections.
What is B-Stock?
A ‘B-Stock’ item is a product which we consider is not ‘new’ (or ‘A-stock’) for a number of reasons. It may be because there is some cosmetic flaw, imperfection or damage, that spoils the look of the item, but which does not stop it from properly functioning. In some cases, it may be a test item that’s been returned, so we can no longer sell it as new. We offer such B-Stock products at a one-off, reduced price and provide a fully outlined condition report of it. B-Stock items are inspected, tested and sold as being fully functional – and they also come with a six-month guarantee against faulty workmanship. However, any flaws outlined in the B-Stock listing are not covered under this warranty.
Why you might want a B-Stock item
Unless stated to the contrary, all B-Stock items are guaranteed fully functional. While their reduced price is reflective of the flaws, it gives people the opportunity to acquire the item much more cheaply than if buying it new. In the case of a gun stock, it might be that you want to replace your tired-looking, existing stock. Or you may want to protect your current stock by using a cheaper replacement for the field or range. Or you may simply want to practise working on this stock with a bit of DIY woodworking, safe in the knowledge that you’re not going to ruin the factory stock fitted to your pride and joy!
Condition Report of this particular item
Our factory technicians have inspected this stock. They consider its condition to be B-Stock for the following reasons:
- Some tiny scratches under the LHS of cheekpiece
- A minor scratch on LHS of foregrip
- Some scratches near logo on RHS
- RHS of foregrip has a couple of light scratches
- Unidentified bolt glued into stock (no idea why – probably a factory prototype experiment!)
- Last of the surplus stock of a now-obsolete model, with beautiful grain
Please also refer to the images of the actual item in this B-Stock listing. We have endeavoured to show the flaws we consider make it unsuitable to be sold as ‘new’. The aforementioned flaws are reflected in the reduced price that this item is offered at.
Compatibility
This walnut stock is originally designed for the Merlyn (both regged / unregged), but it will will also fit the Harrier X2, and X2 models.
Design and Features
This stock is dedicated left-handed. It is expertly crafted from walnut with contoured edges throughout. The Merlyn’s stock design makes this PCP one of the most classy looking thumbhole style stocks around.
It features both a ventilated rubber butt pad an rollover cheekpiece / comb. This helps achieve perfect gunft and, also, optimal eye alignment with a scope.
The pistol grip and belly of the forend are chequered. Additionally, there is a palisander cap with white line space. Also, the forend sports flutes.
Fitting
The walnut sporter stock fits directly to the Merlyn action using the rifle’s existing stock bolt and trigger guard. (Note: The stock is not supplied with the bolt or guard.). The superfluous bolt that has been glued into the forend’s inletting may need to be removed.
Please note: This is a one-off listing for a B-STOCK item. Please ensure you are familiar with the ‘Condition Report of this Particular Item’ above. You should also look closely at the images of the actual stock.
