butlersrangers wrote on Sep 23^rd, 2019 at 3:55am:

About two years ago, I altered a 'cut-down' model 1898 stock to accommodate a model 1896 action with a shortened barrel. (I did this because I was having no luck finding an appropriate model 1896 stock and I had a 'messed up' model 1898 stock). Attached photos show an actual original model 1896 bolt-handle cut and my improvised one. FWIW - The appearance of your stock would be improved by dressing up the radius & bevel at the front part of your bolt-handle "scallop". I did this with a Dremel tool (using a 'bullet' shaped grind-stone to sculpt the wood).

You certainly did a nice job on that one. I might have to try dressing mine up a little.