Shortening length of pull for self defense use
Shortening length of pull for self defense use
I have an old 16ga 870 that has been converted to home defense use (18 1/2 inch barrel, extended magazine and a light attachment). Stock length of pull is around 14 inches and is good for field use but maybe a little long for home defense. I would like to add a recoil pad about a 1/2 inch thick so I think length of pull should be 13 1/2 inches for ease of movement. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Re: Shortening length of pull for self defense use
I would get some Express lumber before cutting vintage wood.
For HD I don't think I'd desire for LOP shorter that what fits in the field. If you thought you'd want a shorter stock for use with a plate carrier or very heavy winter jackets then I can see it. For my HD I figure on being in a t-shirt and boxer briefs, and also realize I'll be too jacked on adrenalin to feel recoil.
For HD I don't think I'd desire for LOP shorter that what fits in the field. If you thought you'd want a shorter stock for use with a plate carrier or very heavy winter jackets then I can see it. For my HD I figure on being in a t-shirt and boxer briefs, and also realize I'll be too jacked on adrenalin to feel recoil.
Re: Shortening length of pull for self defense use
Or you could look for a 12-ga "youth" stock that would be shorter. Make sure you get the stock bolt with it because that will change length also.
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Re: Shortening length of pull for self defense use
To Piggy Back on Scorpion8. Many police departments have purchased youth stocks.
Re: Shortening length of pull for self defense use
I’m in a similar situation, where I’d like to try a shorter stock.JamesH49 wrote: ↑Sun Jan 24, 2021 7:50 pmI have an old 16ga 870 that has been converted to home defense use (18 1/2 inch barrel, extended magazine and a light attachment). Stock length of pull is around 14 inches and is good for field use but maybe a little long for home defense. I would like to add a recoil pad about a 1/2 inch thick so I think length of pull should be 13 1/2 inches for ease of movement. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
BUT ! As others have mentioned, I wouldn’t cut the original wood especially with mine being a nice wingmaster stock.
It’s easy to cut wood short, but not so easy to make it long or original again.
So a youth stock or something like a Magpul (my choice) that’s already adjustable would be a better choice
Re: Shortening length of pull for self defense use
Paul Castle developed a compressed shooting mount for the shotgun. The system is named Center Axis Relock. In addition there are other positions you might consider.
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