SKB is right, what a first project! Why not just start with a sidelock
Im just giving you a hard time AWOLF. Some helpful tips would be, go slow, there should never be any need for hurry or rushing. If you want it to look good, and more importantly fit good, take your time. Use stock inletting black and take small, precise cuts. Always make sure you have sharp tools. I cannot stress you much easier it is to have sharp tools. You will get a finer fit, less of that "ripped" or "torn" looking inletting. It is well worth your time to stop and sharpen your scapers and chisels every once in a while. I like to make templates out of stiff paper and use them as a gauge for my stock. I do this for the stocks tangs and such. Like SKB also said, you will want a jig to hold the action tight against the stock. Galazan sells them or you can make one. Another option would be to send the old stock and your piece of wood to a stock duplicator and have them rough fit the stock. This will save you a lot of time and trouble if this is your first project. Keep posting if you have more questions, and be sure to show the final product!
