My shoulder doesn't handle recoil too well so I was wondering how you guys handle it during patterning?
Lead sled!!!!!!
I'm not against a lead sled but I would rather put a small sandbag between my shoulder and the butt of the gun. You would be surprised how much recoil it absorbs.
If I couldn't handle recoil during a shooting session I would get a teenager to abuse help. That what we make them for. :icon_thumright:
I dont care for recoil either and never enjoyed a pump or single shot 12 ga had a few but I have used a 20 the last few years and that was the best way I deal with it
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Smaller gun? .410 maybe? 20 gauge auto??
Quote from: Bigspurs68 on February 03, 2015, 06:47:11 PM
I'm not against a lead sled but I would rather put a small sandbag between my shoulder and the butt of the gun. You would be surprised how much recoil it absorbs.
^^^^^^^
This is what I do.
Quote from: FullChoke on February 03, 2015, 06:50:02 PM
If I couldn't handle recoil during a shooting session I would get a teenager to abuse help. That what we make them for. :icon_thumright:
Ya Other than thAt a past recoil absorber
Lead sled here.
Gman
During patterning, I wear one of those strap on sissy pads. Then I put a pillow between the pad and the butt of the gun. ;D My 3-1/2" turkey load kicks like a mule, and I've had surgery on my shooting shoulder.
Funny thing is, when that gobbler is standing out there, and I'm not wearing any pad or pillow, I don't feel a thing!! :lol:
I've heard of putting the foam from your gun case between your shoulder and the gun. Does that actually work?
I know some guys who use a soft piece of Styrofoam between their shoulder and butt of the gun....
Get a 20 guage auto. They kill turkeys just fine. I am 160 lbs and when I shoot my 870 supermag I roll further than the turkey does! :z-dizzy: :)
http://www.cabelas.com/product/The-Shooters-Friend-Recoil-Pad/740373.uts
I've used this at the range for years. Can seriously shoot till your hearts content without developing a flinch or any bruising.
I thought it was a BS product until at the range with my brother shooting muzzleloaders, and he handed me one. They claim it will take 70% of the recoil, and I'd say it's fairly close. I never used it in the field, but is always in my range next to my Caldwell Rock BR.
Quote from: Model 1300 on February 03, 2015, 06:28:25 PM
My shoulder doesn't handle recoil too well so I was wondering how you guys handle it during patterning?
I shoot hundreds and hundreds of full power turkey loads each year both in my work and in competition. I use the EvoShield Shooting System every time I shoot. Recoil is not your friend and I have permanent damage to my body from years of unprotected shooting. There is really nothing I can do about that but I can prevent further damage and I do that.
I put Limbsaver pads on most of my guns. I use Limbsaver slip on pads on most of the others. The only stocks that I shoot without those are the ATI Akita stocks. They have the best factory pads I've seen.
Protecting yourself from the effects of recoil is very important, whether you think you feel it or not, it does damage.
Thanks,
Clark
Rolled up jacket.
Quote from: allaboutshooting on February 03, 2015, 10:56:40 PM
Quote from: Model 1300 on February 03, 2015, 06:28:25 PM
My shoulder doesn't handle recoil too well so I was wondering how you guys handle it during patterning?
I put Limbsaver pads on most of my guns. I use Limbsaver slip on pads on most of the others. The only stocks that I shoot without those are the ATI Akita stocks. They have the best factory pads I've seen.
+1 on this; if you can get a Limbsaver on your gun, do it immediately. They're awesome.
Clark, that EvoShield ShooterShield pad looks pretty cool. Just watched the youtube demostration on how to fit it. I'm going to get one for sure, thanks.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_lW3J06KDk
Another review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KuHHXf2I7NU
Quote from: allaboutshooting on February 03, 2015, 10:56:40 PM
Quote from: Model 1300 on February 03, 2015, 06:28:25 PM
My shoulder doesn't handle recoil too well so I was wondering how you guys handle it during patterning?
I shoot hundreds and hundreds of full power turkey loads each year both in my work and in competition. I use the EvoShield Shooting System every time I shoot. Recoil is not your friend and I have permanent damage to my body from years of unprotected shooting. There is really nothing I can do about that but I can prevent further damage and I do that.
I put Limbsaver pads on most of my guns. I use Limbsaver slip on pads on most of the others. The only stocks that I shoot without those are the ATI Akita stocks. They have the best factory pads I've seen.
Protecting yourself from the effects of recoil is very important, whether you think you feel it or not, it does damage.
Thanks,
Clark
Cannot help you. I patten in a hunting position as if I was hunting. I know how it will preform under those circumstances minus the excitement factor.
Sent from the Strut Zone
Quote from: davisd9 on February 05, 2015, 01:57:22 PM
Cannot help you. I patten in a hunting position as if I was hunting. I know how it will preform under those circumstances minus the excitement factor.
Sent from the Strut Zone
X2, I let the gun roll me around the back yard till I cant take it anymore, recover and go again. No surprises when I lay into a tom.
PAST recoil shield.
A wooden stock which is wider and heavier than a plastic stock, Limbsaver pad and when sighting in, I fold a small towel up and put it under my jacket.
Quote from: davisd9 on February 05, 2015, 01:57:22 PM
Cannot help you. I patten in a hunting position as if I was hunting. I know how it will preform under those circumstances minus the excitement factor.
^x3
I shoot field loads to make sure the red dot is close, then pound away with turkey loads until I'm satisfied with the pattern. It usually doesn't take much shooting until I'm dialed in & ready to go. I also test fire a round or two during the season to make sure the sight is zeroed and warmer weather hasn't affected the pattern.
Jim
Quote from: FullChoke on February 03, 2015, 06:50:02 PM
If I couldn't handle recoil during a shooting session I would get a teenager to abuse help. That what we make them for. :icon_thumright:
This is what my dad does. Though I'm not a teenager, he's been doing it since I was. "Now dont flinch boy I want this thing dead on" :smiley-char092:
Limbsaver!
I've got a 20 ga Beretta 390 with a limbsaver pad on it. Its a very soft shooting gun. I'd look for a 20 ga gas auto.