I had an issue last year with my spotting scope. They were great to work with - and my issue didn't end up costing anything (only my cost to ship to Swaro).
I did understand that they could come back with a specific issue not covered under warranty - in which case I would have been responsible.
This is very good news - thanks for posting.
A buddy of mine had a 680-20 tag back in 2015. In late August that year - the Wilks opened public access across the Anchor Ranch. We were able to utilize the access that year and it was very nice.
If I recall correctly, the Wilks bought the Ranch...
I'm fine with recoil and mostly deaf (only at 49) - but I wanted one for the kids to help keep their hearing.
They are great for recoil reduction - and "felt" recoil. Both kids think a suppressed 6.5X55 kicks less than a .243 (although that is not the case - but who am I to argue).
I've been...
Yes, an older Mauser action (Husqvarna). Kids love to shoot it and I had it threaded for my suppressor. 140 gr Partitions is what we've used for the last couple of years. I have some 130 gr CX bullets from Hornady sitting on my desk that I will do some load development on this summer.
I would ask him what he would like. Caliber choice of .308 is great - and there are a ton of options.
Maybe he likes lever actions? A Henry or Browning BLR would be great there.
I still have my first hunting rifle I got when I was around 12. Mowed yards, shoveled walks, etc to scrape up...
I agree with @jakenbake - I think the mount turned out great. Part of the "hunt" is working through obstacles and dealing with them in the best way you can. I think it's a great representation of the hunt, so don't sweat not having a shoulder mount.