Stock Work for the Beginner

Sherman L. Mays is a gunstock maker with over 40 years experience. He looked back on his many years of learning the craft of stock making and decided to assemble a book that would help others avoid the pitfalls of learning the craft. The book is profusely illustrated with photos to aid in understanding. Many people today say that wood stocks are part of a dieing art. In reality there will always be a market for beautiful stock work. As hobbyists grow in experience they soon discover that a well made wood stock provides a pride in ownership that no plastic stock ever will. If you have always wanted to learn how to fix old stocks or customize them that is certainly covered here. But that's just the start, Sherm shows you how to make and fit stocks from the basics up to a totally professional finish. He does not miss a detail. This is a book you will refer to for years to come! 364 pages Perfect Bound, paperback 8.5"x11" 662 - Mixed color and black & white images.

This book teaches everything you need to know to get started with wood gun stocks. How to do repairs are covered in detail. Inletting, shaping, sanding, finishing, recoil pads, literally every facet of the stock making process is taught.

Sherman L. Mays has been working with stocks for over forty years. In that time, he has taught many people to make gun stocks & checker, so he knows the tips and methods that will benefit you most. Sherm loves wood and writes to pass along his lifetime for skill building and knowledge about the subject. He writes for the beginner to intermediate level student but his books will be among the favorites on your work bench for life.

I wish this book was available when I was starting out. Now, I recommend it to my students at the college. Fred Zeglin, Gunmaker