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Old 03-28-2011, 01:08 PM
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In the early 70's I had an FN action in 25-06 Ackley Improved that I purchased a stock blank for from Fajen. It was well inletted and I just had to glass it in. I was sick when I received it, as the outside looked like a steel brush. After many hours of sanding and finishing, I realized those whiskers and things were where the beautiful wood was. Turned out really nice. Fajen went in for the big rollover cheekpieces and a modern (for the time) shape.
A short time later I bought a Sako action in 270, had it barreled, and sent it to Bishop for a stock. The wood was beautiful, the inletting was excellent, and the oiled finish was great. Bishop generally had more traditional stocks.
At that time, either a Fajen or Bishop stock certainly enhanced the looks and value of a rifle. I am sure over the years as Fajen and Bishop withdrew from the business the quality varied.
As someone mentioned, Fajen was acquired by Midway and you can still buy a Fajen blank.
You will probably really appreciate your Bishop.
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