I agree with others.... Pure wood stock for me too. Wood has heart and soul and gives a rifle or shotgun a special personality that is all its own. Synthetic stocks just don't have the same feel as wood. Some are just downright cheesy looking (sorry to say)...
Anyway, snibbcc, thank you very much for serving our country. Be strong and be safe! Welcome to this great hunting forum too! We'll keep the light on for you when you get back!
Butch A.