Length of Pull

[JoelEMT]

I tried using the search function and didn't find anything all that relevant. ( I even tried google etc.) (maybe I just don't know what to search for).

Anyways, I'm looking for information on how to determine the optimum length of pull for a shooter.

Also, does the optimum LOP vary depending on the shooting stance? ie: bench vs prone.

Thanks, Joel

 

[vagrantviking]

From the pit of your elbow to the pad of your bent trigger finger is one way to measure.

It does change depending on the position that you are going to use and everyone has a different idea of what feels best. An adjustable stock that you can fiddle with until you get the feel that you want is going to be the most accurate way to go. Get it set and then measure what you came up with. Very fancy custom stock makers have try-stocks with adjustments all over them.

 

[redman]

I do a slight alteration of the above: pit of elbow to pad of extended trigger finger.

 

[knockturnal]

Read this article. it might help.

http://www.longrangehunting.com/articles/fitting-long-range-rifle-1.php

 

[knockturnal]

actually, read lots of the articles on that site. they are very helpful.

 

[Boomer]

If you are using the rifle for position shooting (off hand, kneeling, sitting) you may find that a shorter LOP is more comfortable, but that a longer LOP is better for prone, particularly if shooting off a bipod or sandbags.

I prefer to have my non-adjustable stocks a bit on the short side, as a long stock is a nuisance when dressed for cold weather, and has little impact when shooting in a T-shirt when things warm up. As a rule of thumb, it is easier to shoot well with a stock that is too short than one that is too long.

Knockturnal's link is excellent by the way.

 

[redman]

I prefer to have my non-adjustable stocks a bit on the short side, as a long stock is a nuisance when dressed for cold weather, and has little impact when shooting in a T-shirt when things warm up. As a rule of thumb, it is easier to shoot well with a stock that is too short than one that is too long.

I guess everyone's different... I find a stock that's too short forces me to jam my shoulder to get a good weld, which causes muscle tension, strain and, invariably, a poor shot.

 

[JoelEMT]

Thank you all for the responses. Very informative.