HW/Weihrauch Walnut HW95 ??? What gives ???

[Pellets&Pistons-(Razor62)]

I received an Email from AOA this morning announcing a walnut edition HW95. I clicked the link right away. I'd already ordered a lefty HW30 walnut, I thought that I'd consider a walnut 95 to boot. However, whereas the walnut HW30 has a very stylish, "custom look" stock, the walnut 95 is the standard pattern stock in walnut. Sorry guys, that doesn't really excite me very much. Wondering why they went in that direction on the 95 and in the other direction on the 30...

 

[ChuckHunter]

Maybe they used the wrong pic in there add? Because I'm pretty sure it's the full butt stock and not that weird cutout style.

 

[Bear-of-Grayling]

It’s the standard Luxus stock but in Waknut. Not a traditional stock like the 30.

 

[Pellets&Pistons-(Razor62)]

You are correct. I should've been more clear. This is what the Walnut HW30 stock looks like. I would've loved to see something similar to this on the 95. It reminds me very much of the old Beeman / Goudy stocks.

 

[KWK]

Problem is they make you sit up and beg like a dog for a nice stick. Then you wait and see like a good doggie. NOT.

 

[Star7]

The HW30 walnut is EXACTLY what they need to do on a larger selection of rifles. That stock is magnificent. Mine is rather plain walnut but the design and fit is marvelous. It almost makes up for the catastrophe that is their current stock. I even love the sling swivels.

And you can have lefty or righty....none of the extra cheekpiece crap. The "new" HW 95 walnut, well, gack.

sorry, I was born a curmudgeon and have spent the last 70+ years honing my edge.

 

[Bear-of-Grayling]

I don’t absolutely dislike the Walnut Luxus stock. But it’s not anything as nice as the 30 Walnut. The thing is, the Luxus style stock demands an optic. The iron sights are useless because the comb is to high. Make the Luxus with a nice muzzle brake and clean without sights then give us the traditional 30 Walnut stock with the iron sights. Duh!

 

[ChuckHunter]

You are correct. I should've been more clear. This is what the Walnut HW30 stock looks like. I would've loved to see something similar to this on the 95. It reminds me very much of the old Beeman / Goudy stocks.View attachment 562692

Yes I see the difference your right
That 30 sweet! Wondering why they have changed them so much in last few years!
Especially to us here in the States. Don't read the forums I'm guessing.

 

[lonedave]

I have a walnut 95 and the stock is definitely a step or three above the standard beech stock. I’m also waiting on a walnut 30N in 20 caliber. I just wish they wouldn’t have added the sling mounts or at least left them loose in the box for those who might want them. I like slings, but I’d like to make sure I need one before I install the mounts. I’ll probably replace the rear with a hidden type once I receive the gun….and I’m really looking forward to it!

 

[Kgphotos]

sorry, I was born a curmudgeon and have spent the last 70+ years honing my edge.

I love this! I’m not old enough to be a “curmudgeon“ yet, but I’ll stick this in my back pocket for later use.
Kenny

 

[jps2486]

For the most part, walnut stock options for HW and AA rifles are meh! It's a richer look, but for the most part, the grain is pretty plain. Rhyme not intended. You may win the lottery and get one with some nice figure, but I think that's pretty rare. I have 4 springers: FWB300SU with factory stock, HW95 with a factory walnut stock, a Beeman R7 with a Corcoran stock and a TX200 with a custom walnut stock from the UK. The custom stocks cost more, but are worth it from the standpoint of appearance and quality.

 

[mj102]

My HW 30 walnut stock is pretty grey and plain but I do like the design and shape. Shoulders quite nicely. I agree after market stocks are much prettier especially when you chose your own stock blank. I am happy to see Weihrauch offer different options.

 

[Kgphotos]

My HW 30 walnut stock is pretty grey and plain but I do like the design and shape. Shoulders quite nicely. I agree after market stocks are much prettier especially when you chose your own stock blank. I am happy to see Weihrauch offer different options.

When I ordered my HW30N I called AOA and asked the sales person if it was possible to request a nice stock. He told me that they would look into a few boxes and find me a good one. While it is not a "lotto winner" level, I am quite happy with how it's looking. Mine also started off looking rather grey at first. I'm in the middle of multiple coats of oil and the figure in the wood is definitely better than average. I agree with you too about the design and shape. This walnut stock is worlds above the standard beech version.
Kenny

 

[mj102]

When I ordered my HW30N I called AOA and asked the sales person if it was possible to request a nice stock. He told me that they would look into a few boxes and find me a good one. While it is not a "lotto winner" level, I am quite happy with how it's looking. Mine also started off looking rather grey at first. I'm in the middle of multiple coats of oil and the figure in the wood is definitely better than average. I agree with you too about the design and shape. This walnut stock is worlds above the standard beech version.
Kenny

So you don’t need to sand / strip original finish?

 

[jkingrph]

When I ordered my 30N I emailed and requested a stock with some nice figure. They replied that they would and it was nicely figure but rather gray as I and others have stated. Really like it had no finish. I tried some walnut oil but that did not seem to be filling/sealing the grain so switched to BLO. The walnut oil when wet brought out color, and BLO seems to have preserved it.

 

[Kgphotos]

So you don’t need to sand / strip original finish?

I didn’t. I just wiped it down with a soft cloth to remove dust. I actually removed a little bit of saw dust that was still on the wood. Then I just began applying light coats of walnut oil. My stock was really dry and began soaking in the walnut oil right away. At first I was applying a coat every few hours. Then once a day. it’s been about two weeks now. I’m following the footsteps of another member here who told me what he did. He’s a few weeks ahead of me in his process. He told me that he finished off with boiled linseed oil, but I’m not there yet. After just the first few coats of walnut oil my stock lost that grey look and I could see the figure in the wood. I do know that some people finish off the process with a bit of wax. I need to research that still.
Kenny

 

[Kgphotos]

When I ordered my 30N I emailed and requested a stock with some nice figure. They replied that they would and it was nicely figure but rather gray as I and others have stated. Really like it had no finish. I tried some walnut oil but that did not seem to be filling/sealing the grain so switched to BLO. The walnut oil when wet brought out color, and BLO seems to have preserved it.

There he is. Looks like we were typing at the same time.
Kenny

 

[boscoebrea]

If you already have the rifle, you can get a "killer" stock for around $400-450 from the English stock maker. I have two, and they are very good.
Of course to spend that extra money you would want to keep that rifle forever and a day.\
My R-9 .20 would be such a rifle,but I have not restocked it yet ,Also my other forever spring my R7
Fit is just as important as looks; fit is more important. We want to look and feel good.
Another ,the reason is I shot left-handed,I have to pay more to get what I want.

 

[KWK]

I didn’t. I just wiped it down with a soft cloth to remove dust. I actually removed a little bit of saw dust that was still on the wood. Then I just began applying light coats of walnut oil. My stock was really dry and began soaking in the walnut oil right away. At first I was applying a coat every few hours. Then once a day. it’s been about two weeks now. I’m following the footsteps of another member here who told me what he did. He’s a few weeks ahead of me in his process. He told me that he finished off with boiled linseed oil, but I’m not there yet. After just the first few coats of walnut oil my stock lost that grey look and I could see the figure in the wood. I do know that some people finish off the process with a bit of wax. I need to research that still.
Kenny

Put it in the sun and watch for oil coming to the surface. If it does you're putting too much on without enough cure time.

 

[Kgphotos]

Put it in the sun and watch for oil coming to the surface. If it does you're putting too much on without enough cure time.

Thank you. I will do that to be sure.
Kenny