Thanks for the tips about the scope mounts and rings. I had read somewhere that high end 11mm air rifle mounts and rings would work as well.

Interestingly enough, I did take a quick look at Boyds to see if alternative stocks were available ... apparently the price point of Baikal guns precludes aftermarket wood!

Daryl, I'm kind of interested in your opinion as to the stock shape - any suggestions? I've also heard that someone filled the butt with lead to add some weight to try and tame the recoil a bit - and a new butt pad as well.

It looks like the rifle will be available sometime next week or weekend. More news, hopefully, to come.

Kerry