Videos tagged with Recoil Pad

This video features competitive shooter Anthony Matarese Jr. discussing the practical aspects of shotgun selection for sporting clays, emphasizing what truly matters versus marketing hype. He highlights the importance of a proper fit, including recoil pad function for length of pull adjustment and the benefits of an adjustable comb. Matarese also touches on the subjective but impactful nature of palm swells, the nuances of barrel length and rib design for optimal sight picture, and a proficiency-based approach to choke selection. The discussion underscores that while high-end features can refine performance for advanced shooters, fundamental gun fit and shooter skill are paramount.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Mossberg 590R shotgun, specifically when configured with a Chisel folding stock. It details the stock's adjustability and locking mechanism, the shotgun's controls which mimic AR-platform ergonomics, and its optics-ready platform with backup iron sights. The instructor highlights the 18.5-inch barrel, 6+1 capacity, and the effectiveness of the recoil pad for managing 12 Gauge rounds, concluding with a live-fire demonstration using buckshot for home defense.

This video provides an in-depth look at the brand-new Backfire Backlight chassis, designed for enhanced shootability and features. Key highlights include its sub-30-ounce weight, customizable recoil pad, extensive length of pull adjustment, and a rigid, precision-fit construction using advanced materials. The chassis offers versatile mounting options with both Arca and Picatinny rails, and a wide range of inletting for various rifle actions.

This video reviews 17 newly announced firearms, highlighting innovative features and practical applications. Key releases include the ultra-reliable Sacko ARG50GP for extreme conditions, the historically significant CMP M1 Garand, and the budget-friendly Smith & Wesson M&P22X for training. The Smith & Wesson Model 940 J-frame revolver at number seven generated significant buzz for its return after 27 years, its 9mm Luger chambering, and the elimination of the internal lock, making it economically viable for practice. The CZ 600 series is showcased with its modular Alpha model at number one, offering interchangeable barrels and a lifetime warranty at an accessible price point.

This video explores the evolution of game guns, comparing a traditional lightweight model with a modern Maxim Hybrid Game gun, featuring insights from world champion Richard Faulds. The discussion highlights differences in weight, balance, stock design, and features like palm swells and recoil pads, assessing their impact on shooting performance and comfort for various game shooting scenarios. The hybrid model is generally favored for its improved balance and comfort with heavier loads, while the traditional gun offers a lighter, more instinctive feel suitable for specific woodland situations.

This review provides a critical assessment of the Ruger American Gen II, particularly the 6.5 Creedmoor variant. The host, an experienced firearms reviewer, highlights significant issues with the trigger and feeding reliability, contrasting it with previous positive experiences with the .223 version. While acknowledging some aesthetic improvements and the utility of a precision rest for testing, the overall accuracy performance fell short of expectations, leading to a mixed verdict compared to competitors like the Tikka T3x Superlite.

This review of the Bergara B14 Hunter in 6.5 Creedmoor challenges assumptions about budget rifles with thin barrels. Despite initial skepticism regarding its lightweight design and thinner barrel, the rifle demonstrated impressive accuracy, consistently shooting sub-MOA groups with specific ammunition. The review highlights the importance of ammunition selection and the rifle's surprising performance under various conditions, including a cold bore test and a challenging target acquisition sequence.

This video reviews a New England Firearms 3 1/2 inch single-shot shotgun, highlighting its features that differentiate it from typical older models. The reviewer focuses on the presence of a rubber recoil pad, the 3 1/2 inch magnum chamber, a screw-in choke, and painted black wood furniture as unique selling points.

This video introduces the new Traditions NitroBolt muzzleloader for 2025, showcased at SHOT Show Media Day. It highlights the bolt-action design for accuracy, the Fire Stick ignition system, and features like an adjustable stock, recoil pad, fluted barrel, and threaded muzzle, which on this model is fitted with a muzzle brake.

This review covers the Ermox XPR-B12, a budget-friendly 12-gauge pump-action shotgun purchased for $100. The presenter discusses its features, including a synthetic stock, 18.5-inch barrel, fixed cylinder bore choke, and a Picatinny rail. Initial shooting impressions with bird loads, buckshot, and slugs are shared, noting some early ejection issues that improved with use, suggesting a break-in period.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Woox Gladiator buttstock, highlighting its aesthetic appeal and German hunting lodge design. The reviewer discusses the benefits of the walnut stock's heft for balancing firearms and the positive impact of its inertia on gun swing. Key points include the functionality of the sling stud, though its placement is noted as a personal preference issue, and the effectiveness of the Woox Professional recoil pad in reducing bruising and preventing snags.

This expert guide compares the Magpul DT Stock and the Magpul CTR Stock, highlighting key differences in locking mechanisms, sling mounts, bottom profiles for stability, and recoil pad design. Instruction from an experienced firearms instructor details how the DT stock offers enhanced stability for long-range shooting and improved impact resistance over the CTR. Both models are confirmed compatible with cheek risers.