Why do all nickel/stainless shotguns have synthetic stocks?

[MattFromFL]

Why are stainless rifles offered with synthetic or wood stocks, but all stainless/nickel plated shotguns are only offered with synthetic stocks?

I'm thinking about getting a 870 Marine Magnum or a Benelli Nova H2O, but I don't like the way the synthetic stock feels on my 11-87.

[leadcounsel]

I've noticed that too.

Maybe it's assumed you're buying the SS or nickel for rust resistance in moist climates and the makers assume you would likewise not want a wooden stock in moist areas...? Not sure though.

[mtnboomer]

That is exactly the reason, leadcounsel. If you want an all-weather gun, you should have an all-weather stock for it. Wood will absorb moisture and warp, even laminated stocks will - but to a lesser degree.

[Pointer]

+1

and

+1

:)

[Wildalaska]

Black looks better with nickel than wood

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