Reducing recoil with weight

[TBuckus]

I was curious to how if people have used some type of temporary weight to their gun while doing load development at the range.
I reload for multiple hunting rifles, along with family and friends. They are not heavy nor do they have brakes. I like shooting my tikka 300 wsm but even with a new recoil pad, after 10 rounds, I'm feeling it.
I could just get a lead sled, but I'd prefer not to do that.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

[FEENIX]

I was curious to how if people have used some type of temporary weight to their gun while doing load development at the range.
I reload for multiple hunting rifles, along with family and friends. They are not heavy nor do they have brakes. I like shooting my tikka 300 wsm but even with a new recoil pad, after 10 rounds, I'm feeling it.
I could just get a lead sled, but I'd prefer not to do that.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

When it comes to recoil, weight is your friend. While it is not for everybody, that's exactly what I use, a lead sled, with or without muzzle brakes. I have the old style and have been using it for a while now.

When used properly, no weights, it can be very effective tool to augment range time esp. in load development and barrel break ins. It makes easy transition from shooting to barrel cleaning and back to shooting again.

The only thing I don't like about using the lead sled is that I cannot cradle the rifle as good as I want it. However, once I have ironed out my load, I normally configure my rifle when hunting (bipod) and shoot prone then adjust accordingly.

Before lead sled, I've used PAST recoil pad >>> http://www.midwayusa.com/product/699899/past-super-mag-plus-recoil-pad-shield-ambidextrous

Having said all that, the best way to reduce recoil is with an effective muzzle brake installed (again not for everybody).

Good luck!

 

[dmj]

When it comes to recoil, weight is your friend. While it is not for everybody, that's exactly what I use, a lead sled, with or without muzzle brakes. I have the old style and have been using it for a while now.

When used properly, no weights, it can be very effective tool to augment range time esp. in load development and barrel break ins. It makes easy transition from shooting to barrel cleaning and back to shooting again.

The only thing I don't like about using the lead sled is that I cannot cradle the rifle as good as I want it. However, once I have ironed out my load, I normally configure my rifle when hunting (bipod) and shoot prone then adjust accordingly.

Before lead sled, I've used PAST recoil pad >>> PAST Super Mag Plus Recoil Pad Shield Ambidextrous

Having said all that, the best way to reduce recoil is with an effective muzzle brake installed (again not for everybody).

Good luck!

I agree with Feenix. I personal won't even look at a mag. rifle any more unless it has a brake or I figure one can be installed. With that said I also realize some shooter just don't like them or maybe they just don't want to spend the extra money to have one. The lead sleds do work and can be used with almost any rifle, so it should be an effective way to help extend range time for you and any of your family and friends. Good luck have fun.

 

[TBuckus]

Thanks for the info.
Looks like a sled is in order until I decide on a brake

 

[86alaskan]

you could also try a recoil shield should pad. they work great. or in a pinch a thin-ish boating life jacket. just need a layer on your shoulder to spread and absorb the recoil. when I shoot my tikka 338WM from the bench I put a 8"sq 1"th sandbag between the butt and my shoulder to save me from the recoil. makes a humongous difference in felt recoil.