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The comb itself is straight and angles upward to the rear, so again perfectly positions the head for scope use. The cheekpiece is typically German, having that Bavarian double-lined/fluted defined style that flows back over the top of the pistol grip to the belly of the stock and then forming a lip. The pronounced palm swell to the right side combined with the generous thumb cut out helps the hand stay more in line with the rifle’s axis. The fish scale chequering on the pistol grip is very well cut, laser no doubt, but functional too – and having a long rake to accommodate the safety tang, it affords an effortless hold.
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There’s a typical Schnabel fore-end tip to furnish, plus a groove all along the underside to the pistol grip, again helping with a natural hold at any shooting position. The fore-end is slimline with a ridge to the top section and dished inwards on the sides so the fingers grip the fish-scaled chequered panels with no chance of touching the barrel and upsetting the harmonics. It is quite long but is perfectly balanced with a lot of scallops, curves and flowing lines to the outwardly German-styled stock. With regards shape, the Zephyr just feels right in the hold.
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Oil finishes are so much easier to get looking good than a lacquer one and they are equally good at stopping moisture ingress. You also have a well-executed oiled finish semi-rubbed, it achieves both a practical and elegant look/feel to the Zephyr. I like a dark stock but I am edging towards the lighter version now as it shows off the darker figuring within the walnut to more effect. You have quite a blonde-coloured stock showing the natural grain and figuring without the need for any stain, which also makes the Zephyr very distinctive. 10 Gun test: Anschutz 1761 Rifle, Walnut Thumbhole.8 Comparison review: IRay Rico RH50, Pulsar Thermion 2 XP50 & IRay Tube T元5.7 BERGARA B14 HMR IN 6.5 CREEDMOOR (LH) - test & review.6 Gun test: Weatherby Vanguard MeatEater in.5 Gun test: Ruger 10/22 Target Lite in.4 Gun test: Anschutz 1710 HB G Kelbly.1 Sako S20 Precision rifle - test & review.