There's No Excuse to Hunt with a Creedmoor Anymore--How to Cut Recoil

Published on November 24, 2023
Duration: 24:32

This guide details how to significantly reduce the felt recoil of a 7mm PRC rifle, making it comparable to or less than a 6.5 Creedmoor. The process involves adding weight through an aftermarket scope, utilizing a high-performance muzzle brake, and installing a specialized recoil pad. These modifications, as demonstrated by Backfire, aim to enhance shooter comfort and control during hunting scenarios, particularly with lightweight rifle platforms.

Quick Summary

Expert techniques for reducing 7mm PRC recoil involve adding weight via a heavier scope, installing a multi-port muzzle brake for up to 45% reduction, and utilizing advanced recoil pads like the Backstop Recoil Pad. These modifications can make a powerful, lightweight hunting rifle feel like it has less recoil than a 6.5 Creedmoor.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Recoil Reduction Goal
  2. 01:34Baseline Testing 7mm PRC
  3. 03:20Adding Weight and Changing Cartridges
  4. 04:44Muzzle Devices vs. Suppressors
  5. 07:11Introducing the Backstop Recoil Pad
  6. 09:41Technical Design of the Pad
  7. 12:21Testing Methodology with BBT
  8. 13:36Final Results: Less Recoil than 6.5 Creedmoor

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I reduce the recoil of my 7mm PRC rifle?

You can significantly reduce 7mm PRC recoil by adding weight with a heavier scope, installing a multi-port muzzle brake for up to 45% reduction, and using advanced recoil pads like the Backstop Recoil Pad, which uses a custom lattice design for optimal management.

What is the recoil energy of a 7mm PRC in a lightweight rifle?

In an ultra-lightweight hunting chassis like the MDT HNT26, a 7mm PRC can produce around 37 ft-lbs of recoil energy without any mitigation, which is considered painful and can cause bruising.

How much recoil reduction does a muzzle brake provide compared to a suppressor?

A high-quality multi-port muzzle brake can reduce recoil by up to 45%, whereas suppressors typically offer around 35% recoil reduction. For pure recoil mitigation, brakes are generally more effective.

What makes the Backstop Recoil Pad effective for recoil reduction?

The Backstop Recoil Pad uses a unique 3D-printed carbon fiber composite lattice structure with dual-density zones. This design customizes recoil velocity management and is significantly lighter than traditional pads.

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