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[vladsko]

I realize all this lol. I do have a chemistry degree with a minor in physics, though it is pretty much useless as a stay at home mom

....I just was hoping to find something not as expensive, because I am a cheapskate. And I do still remember with fear the first time I shot my dad's 12 gauge. And even when I shot a good gun that doesn't kick, like my own 03-A3, I still get that twinge, though at least I don't tense up anymore. Never had that problem with pistols, and have never had a problem anticipating the recoil. Thank you for the advice on the Stoeger; I have a Stoeger 9mm that has always been a fine shooting pistol, and will eat any ammo without a hitch!

I installed a limbsavers recoil pad to shoot my 308 because of the kick. I injured my shoulder boxing then playing football and after I got into mma. I love shooting my guns now.

 

[galanie]

Here is a little shotgun 101. To understand why a gun kicks, you have to understand the dynamic of a loaded shell. When you fire a loaded shell in a gun you are simply detonating a controlled explosion in which there is only one exit (the barrel). But that exit (the barrel) is block by a heavy object (the bullet). The explosion desires to be released and is pushing against the bullet and propelling it down the barrel. If it did this slowly, there would be no kick, but because it is doing it extremely fast it creates a lot of back pressure in the reverse direction of which the bullet is traveling. This back pressure is delivered to the gun, which in turn is delivered to your shoulder. The larger the explosion ( size of the loaded shell) the harder the back pressure. This is why a 12 gauge kicks harder then a 20 gauge. But the design and type of the gun also play an important part in how much back pressure is delivered to your shoulder. How you hold the gun is of even more vital importance. How you hold the gun is the difference between whether you just feel a kick or you end up severely bruised. Break over long guns (rifles or shotguns) are going to kick the hardest because they deliver almost 100% of the back pressure to you. The only back pressure that is not delivered to you is that which is absorbed by the weight of gun. Cheaper break over long guns are often made with less steel (to save money) and they are therefore lighter which makes them kick even harder. So if you are going to shoot a break over, find the heaviest one you can buy. Blot action and pump shotguns also kick hard, but because they employ a lot more parts, they are usually heavier and this makes them kick less hard then break over long guns. Semi autos kick less harder then break overs, bolt actions and pumps. The reason they kick harder is two reason. 1. When the shell explodes, part of the energy created by the explosion to eject the shell from the gun. The shell is not pushing directly against the gun as it does in break overs, bolt actions and pumps. When the explosion happens, the shell pushes against the bolt pushing it backwards. So the some of the back pressures is absorbed by the bolt which as a spring that absorbs the impact. In some guns, gasses are also employed to create a gas cushion which further reduces the kick. There is a huge difference between semi autos and how much they kick. Really expensive 12 gauge shotguns like those made by Benelli are know for how little they kick. Stoeger makes a knock off of the Benelli which is just as good for 1/3 the price. I hope this help.

The break over VS pump could easily explain the difference in kick for me as well. The shotgun I bought with less kick than I expected was a pump shotgun. The one I remember with the horrific kick to to was not only much older, but was a break away shotgun.

 

[mandaleigh1981]

I installed a limbsavers recoil pad to shoot my 308 because of the kick. I injured my shoulder boxing then playing football and after I got into mma. I love shooting my guns now.

Good idea! Thanks

 

[mandaleigh1981]

Makes sense that Stoeger would make knock off Benelli; they are both owned by Beretta. I never even would have thought of that until jungle explorer said something.

 

[TammyTX]

Guns scare me. Which is funny because I'm surrounded by people wearing guns all day long.

I am learning to check guns (all types) to make sure they are empty and everytime I get this "oh crap" feeling!! Ugh! Why am I such a sissy!!

On the other hand....I walked in on people burglarizing our house about three years ago (they were outside trying to lift our plasma tv OVER the 5 foot horse fence) and I thought if I had had a gun, I might have shot them. Probably not the best thing to do since they were not inside and it was daylight.

Maybe I should just stick with pellet guns?

 

[galanie]

Guns scare me.  Which is funny because I'm surrounded by people wearing guns all day long. 

I am learning to check guns (all types) to make sure they are empty and everytime I get this "oh crap" feeling!!  Ugh!  Why am I such a sissy!!

On the other hand....I walked in on people burglarizing our house about three years ago (they were outside trying to lift our plasma tv OVER the 5 foot horse fence) and I thought if I had had a gun, I might have shot them.  Probably not the best thing to do since they were not inside and it was daylight.

Maybe I should just stick with pellet guns?

Hard to understand how you could walk in on people burglarizing your house and were yet not inside it. But really, learning about them and how to shoot them does give you a respect for them and a perspective that is different from someone that never has.

 

[VegasMamaHen]

My sister lives in Fort Worth aka Dallas and was wondering about a good egg laying breed that would do well in that climate Any suggestions or breeders?

 

[uglychickens]

Here is a little shotgun 101. To understand why a gun kicks, you have to understand the dynamic of a loaded shell. When you fire a loaded shell in a gun you are simply detonating a controlled explosion in which there is only one exit (the barrel). But that exit (the barrel) is block by a heavy object (the bullet). The explosion desires to be released and is pushing against the bullet and propelling it down the barrel. If it did this slowly, there would be no kick, but because it is doing it extremely fast it creates a lot of back pressure in the reverse direction of which the bullet is traveling. This back pressure is delivered to the gun, which in turn is delivered to your shoulder. The larger the explosion ( size of the loaded shell) the harder the back pressure. This is why a 12 gauge kicks harder then a 20 gauge. But the design and type of the gun also play an important part in how much back pressure is delivered to your shoulder. How you hold the gun is of even more vital importance. How you hold the gun is the difference between whether you just feel a kick or you end up severely bruised. Break over long guns (rifles or shotguns) are going to kick the hardest because they deliver almost 100% of the back pressure to you. The only back pressure that is not delivered to you is that which is absorbed by the weight of gun. Cheaper break over long guns are often made with less steel (to save money) and they are therefore lighter which makes them kick even harder. So if you are going to shoot a break over, find the heaviest one you can buy. Blot action and pump shotguns also kick hard, but because they employ a lot more parts, they are usually heavier and this makes them kick less hard then break over long guns. Semi autos kick less harder then break overs, bolt actions and pumps. The reason they kick harder is two reason. 1. When the shell explodes, part of the energy created by the explosion to eject the shell from the gun. The shell is not pushing directly against the gun as it does in break overs, bolt actions and pumps. When the explosion happens, the shell pushes against the bolt pushing it backwards. So the some of the back pressures is absorbed by the bolt which as a spring that absorbs the impact. In some guns, gasses are also employed to create a gas cushion which further reduces the kick. There is a huge difference between semi autos and how much they kick. Really expensive 12 gauge shotguns like those made by Benelli are know for how little they kick. Stoeger makes a knock off of the Benelli which is just as good for 1/3 the price. I hope this help.

Yes and never give a 30 ot 6 to a six year old to shoot while dove hunting... LONG STORY! My pappy thought that was hilarious tho

 

[showbarnmom]

Yes and never give a 30 ot 6 to a six year old to shoot while dove hunting... LONG STORY! My pappy thought that was hilarious tho

I won't even shoot my daddies 30-6. And I'm an adult 0.o

 

[MiniMeadows]

Good Morning from Bastrop,

Quick question since you all sure know your chicken information. My daughter started raising chickens, was doing great (18 eggs a day) and wham, we were wiped out in by a evil den of raccoons. Oh well, thats a different story. Lets just say we learned a lot, and with a slight investment in lead have defeated the first wave.

We are rebuilding our flock and wanted to ask for breed recommendations. We focus on eggs, have had good luck with Red Sex Links, Americanas and a few mutt chickens. Thoughts? And if anyone is near Bastrop and needs any help just shout.

Thank you all for your time and the great information you share.

Salud,

MM