i have bought 2 custom stocks for the 99. on the subject of quality once fettled and i have heard all the arguments about "should not need to". i think the 97/77 is probably a better gun. certainly the cocking stroke is better. mind you i love my tx,s carbine and full length. i had the pro sport and got rid very quickly. i really dont know where all this anti weihrauch stuff comes from. regards pete