Recommendations for weatherby stock

[slamdmini]

I've got a weatherby vanguard in 270 that has a chip in the wood stock. It still functions fine but it bugs me. I've never replaced the stock on any of my rifles so I don't even kno where to start. What do u guys recommend? And what should I stay away from. This is purely a hunting rifle so I don't want anything too heavy.
Thanks guys for the help.

 

[Colorado Cowboy]

Where is the chip and is the stock walnut? take a picture of the chip.
I used to make custom stocks and it is sure a hell of a lot easier and cheaper to repair rather than get a new stock.

 

[nm.otter]

Weatherby Vanguard = Howa 1500 action. Quite a few carbon stock options if you want to go that route.