Rifle length of pull

[mtmuley]

Do you adjust to exact measurements or use a stock that is close to your LOP? mtmuley

 

[std7mag]

I haven't really done much stock work yet.
Other than bedding and stiffening the forestocks on a couple of my Tupperware Savage stocks.
I put a Boyds AT-One on my daughters Mauser. The adjustability is nice!

 

[howl]

My summer LOP or my winter LOP? Give me slightly short if not adjustable.

 

[belshawelk]

I measured myself when i had ordered my custom nosler. I really didn't think much of it before that, but it fits me just right. I think it did make a difference. I have since then tried to get guns with similar LOP

 

[BAKPAKR]

I measured myself when i had ordered my custom nosler. I really didn't think much of it before that, but it fits me just right. I think it did make a difference. I have since then tried to get guns with similar LOP

What technique did you use to measure yourself?

Edit: just checked and found this https://hsprecision.com/how-to-measure-length-of-pull/

 

[belshawelk]

When ordered the gun they asked my what my LOP was. Really had no clue. I measured a few of my guns then myself and myself with the guns in a comfortable shooting hold, with a tape measure. Once I got the gun and then compared other guns there was a difference.

Not sure how you are suppose to but that what i did.

 

[buffybr]

I have either built the stocks or altered the factory stocks of all of my hunting rifles for my LOP, even for my .22 rimfire rifles.

 

[marksjeep]

Hunting rifles, I have had a few shortened for my daughter who runs 5'3" on a good day. Else, most are 13" plus or minus a little and work just fine.

Sporter rifles that the kids compete with, yes LOP is adjusted as they grow (or not in my daughter's case). They're using aperture sights with shooting slings, fit is important.

 

[mtmuley]

What technique did you use to measure yourself?

Edit: just checked and found this https://hsprecision.com/how-to-measure-length-of-pull/

That's what I am looking at. I am trying to pay more attention to rifle fit. I found some good spacer kits as my rifles are looking to be 1/2 to 3/4 inch short of measured LOP. Gonna quiz my Smith too. Nothing to lose playing with the spacers. mtmuley

 

[Wind Gypsy]

I’m a pretty middle of the road guy size wise so most factory options fit me well @13.5-13.75”. I would like to add a little length to my seekins stock.

 

[Steiny77]

Makes a big difference what kind of clothing you are wearing.

 

[Dougfirtree]

Adjusting LOP on my shotguns changed my life, but I'm less opinionated about scoped rifles (not that I think it's a bad idea to adjust). I am thinking that I'd like to lengthen the LOP on my peep sighted 7600 to be more like the shotguns, it's just a pain, as I'm very tall.

 

[Addicting]

After all these years, I am surprised you’re getting deep in the weeds. I would say for your skill level if it ain’t broken I wouldn’t worry too much about it.

 

[mtmuley]

After all these years, I am surprised you’re getting deep in the weeds. I would say for your skill level if it ain’t broken I wouldn’t worry too much about it.

Too much time on my hands recovering. If I can improve, that's good. If not, I just keep things the same. mtmuley

 

[Arcola]

After all these years, I am surprised you’re getting deep in the weeds. I would say for your skill level if it ain’t broken I wouldn’t worry too much about it.

I too was going to comment on his recent interest in all these little details. Welcome to the rabbit hole @mtmuley !

 

[Elktrack]

I fully understand the concept of LOP being important but it’s not something I factor into my setup. As long as it’s not too long and feels comfortable I’m good to go. Not discounting LOP but I think it’s overrated for field conditions most of the time. My LOP changes depending on what I’m wearing. Heavy wool coat over other layers? T-shirt? Backpack strap? Etc. As long as I can get good sight picture and trigger press I’m happy.
If I were shooting competitively in controlled environments I’d probably take it more seriously to ensure the absolute best repeatable fit every time.
I don’t even know what my “proper “ LOP is. The Marine Corps never asked me what my LOP was when they loaned me an M16A2 and I got along real good with that rifle.

 

[mtmuley]

I too was going to comment on his recent interest in all these little details. Welcome to the rabbit hole @mtmuley !

I've been aware. Just never thought about it at length before. Plus, I really don't have any issues shooting the rifles I have. mtmuley

 

[OntarioHunter]

For a rifle I don't think it's terribly important. For shotgun wingshooting the correct LOP can be extremely important. A shotgun needs to come the shoulder and be instantly ready to shoot. Shooting a rifle usually does not involve snap shooting. The shooter has time to more or less make himself fit the gun. Also a rifle scope can be adjusted in the rings for correct eye relief, making adjustment of LOP almost superficial. Individuals on the extreme ends of physical dimensions (extra short or extra tall) may need some alteration of rifle LOP but most of us should be fine with standard factory length.

 

[Don Fischer]

Makes a big difference what kind of clothing you are wearing.

I suspect this might be true. But truth be known I have never measured my LOP on myself or my rifles. Unless it's way out I'm not so sure it really matter's. Seem's I simply adjust to the rifle. Ever heard of a soldier getting measured for length of pull on his combat weapon?

 

[BAKPAKR]

Too much time on my hands recovering. If I can improve, that's good. If not, I just keep things the same. mtmuley

During your recovery, have you also been hearing a little voice say, “Wyatt’s cut, Wyatt’s cut,…”?