How well is American Farmer Tribute stock finished?

[djw479]

More of a lurker in my time on this forum, but I own multiple Rugers (Mini-14s, Mini-30s, SR9C, etc).

Am interested in maybe obtaining an American Farmer Tribute 10/22, but have been unable to see one in person. And can't find a concise review anywhere online, just TALO marketing material & auction/sales info.

Can someone who owns one (or at least handled one extensively) describe how well the stock is carved & finished (is carving smooth, any wood fibers/frays present, etc)? I know Ruger produces excellent products but its quite a complex design for mass production, and I just wondering if it looks as great in person as it does in pictures?

While I realize its just another firearm to some, but I enjoy finely-made products that hold up well to close scrutiny. Any close-up pics showing blemishes or conversely how nice the details are would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance for any review links/close-up pictures/comments!

 

[rugerjunkie]

I handled one 2 weeks ago at a gunshow. It looked well done with sharp , crisp lines on the wood. I didnt notice any frayed or feathered ends or edges on it. I was suprised at the amount of detail in person vs looking at pictures of one.

Thats only looking at one rifle so one might just have to take his chances , order one and hope it is done as well.

 

[mohavesam]

It is a laser-cut pattern with a flat-finish polyurethane coating. Each gun is different of course, in grain and knots, etc, so any one stock may be much more desireable than another, depending on the buyer's preference.
You're still getting a $200 stock on a $150 action IMO. Nice novelty edition of course, but in no way are you getting a bargain or some type of $500-quality woodwork for a discounted price.