a contoured gunstock for fixed hand engagement includes a sideways projecting portion for accommodating a user &# 39 ; s trigger hand in combination with an adjustable arm or back engaging attachment fixed to the butt of the gunstock . the sideways projecting portion allows one to most conveniently absorb the recoil of the rifle . the forearm of the rifle may include elongated recesses or grooves to accommodate a user &# 39 ; s front hand . alternately , the forearm of the rifle may advantageously include a flared out hand gripping portion at the front end of the forearm , the hand gripping portion having an increased height and width over the rest of the forearm .