With perforated stocks, the pistol grip is steeper than with conventional stocks. This allows for a relaxed stop with the hand in a natural position on the trigger. Due to the thumb grip, the thumb joint is in the same position every time the trigger is pulled, which makes the stop more repeatable. The position of the trigger finger, parallel to the barrel also leads to a safe and at the same time relaxed trigger pull.

The perforated stock therefore contributes to smoother and more accurate shooting.

One disadvantage of the bolt action stock, however, is that it takes a little more time to thread the thumb into the bolt action than it does to grip a normal pistol grip.

As a result, it takes repeaters a little longer to repetition and apply a second shot.

Perforated stocks can be installed in bolt action rifles as well as in drop barrel rifles.

Outside of hunting, perforated stocks are especially popular with sport and precision shooters.