The Grunig & Elmiger ‘Return’ Butt-plate By Conor McFlynn
The Return has a distinctive and attractive, red letter ‘R’ emblazoned across it. I believe this model of butt- place particularly suits benchrest and prone positions. Like all the other models in the range, vertical adjustment is simply achieved by loosening the central (main) attachment screw and sliding the butt-plate up or down the mounting rail. The mounting rail has a calibrated scale, which provides reference points if needed. There are grooves machined into the rail which interlock with teeth on a cogwheel clamp. This clamping mechanism provides excellent grip and ensures the plate remains locked in position once the central screw is fastened. These grooves do not run all the way to the bottom of the mounting rail. This prevents the butt-plate falling off the rail.
Radial axis adjustment is also offered by loosening the central screw (one full turn) and depressing it. This disengages the same clamping cogwheel mechanism incorporated in all G&E butt-plates which permits movement around the radial axis. From a central position, indicated by a slightly deeper groove on the rail, the butt plate offers +/- 15º of radial adjustment.
The whole blade is one piece, which is adjustable by loosening the two upper locking screws. A nicely designed hinge allows the blade to be angled to suit the shooters shoulder. It is quite broad and is very comfortable in the shoulder pocket.
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