Anschutz 1517 thumbhole

[Microtia]

Swapped my 3 yr old conventionally stocked version for one of these.
The stock makes a huge difference to the handling as well as looking much better.
The real bonus was the feeling of a much tighter chambering and smaller groups than the old rifle shot even while new - both shot from sandbags. Luck of the draw I know.

If you're thinking of one of these, at least try out the thumbhole. I know it costs £150 more, but I definitely think it is worthwhile.

[MX5-Pilot]

Seconded!

The thumbhole makes the rifle very pointable. Great for walking around standing shots.

[yogi_bear]

i opted for the normal stock on my 1517 but regret not getting the thumbhole one at the time, now i seen a fwe i like them, cracking gun though in any flavour

[knolly]

Your right mate definitely worthwhile for the extra cost,

Garry

[filter]

Used it again last night- simply awesome and much, much easier to use for standing shots. Left the bipod off and am just using telescopic sticks on the shortest setting for sitting shots- just so much more versatile, whilst keeping the balance but weight and bulk down.

Got an LEI mod too which is really much quieter (than a SAK) when it has a few through it

[howardm]

I am really glad I got an Anschutz thumbhole.
It exudes quality in every aspect.
My first experience of live ammunition and the accuracy/range is awesome.

[Scottyboy]

Great guns, I never use my .22lr any more, in fact I've just sold it.

[sureshot]

I agree I made my own and what a difference good gun made better.

[eaglewatch]

used one and the thumbhole stock is the bizzz