Thank You for the great information. I do want to state that I specifically purchased the Chapuis to be used as my primary hunting rifle. I will use the piece atleast on 15 outings per year. I want to be 100% comfortable and do indeed want to reduce the overall recoil of the piece.....that being said, I am not worried about re-sale value and the reduction of the rifles worth. So...may I ask another question and see what needs to be done to get the job done? I do see you guys point on "balance" though. Cheers.