Thanks to all those that wrote in with help. Unfortunately, in the reserves, extra handguards and butts are very hard to come by, and even if they were, painting them would be a no go. I agree burlap works great on the butt and handguard, but it can't really be attached to the handguard because of the 203, well it could, but wouldn't be able to rack the action. The hunters tape works alright, have seen it done before too. The new green furniture on the A2 should provide some relief and comfort. Has anyone seen if there will be a green 203, though? Even then, though, the A2 is going to be a long time coming to us anyways. Will have try burlap on the butt and tape on the handguard. Thinking about it now, a bit of deep green and black hunters tape on the A2 hanguard and a bit of burlap on the stock just might work quite nicely..... Thanks, again to all those that wrote in, your help was greatly appreciated.