darren 67 Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 Been trying different lop on my shot gun. Got to a stage that feels ok while dry mounting but can't try it on clays till tomorrow. When I measured it comes up at 15 and a quarter inches does that seem a bit too long to you guys? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispti Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 Does a bit, guessing you are of average height and build? this might help; Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren 67 Posted August 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 above average size 6ft broad shoulders and extremely cuddly is how the misses describes me I just say im fat. Thanks for video. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest cookoff013 Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 LOP on a sporter isnt just about the dimentions, but actually practical use. i can hit stuff if i chuck an extre few inches on the stock, i`d have to premount every time, and only shoot one simple type of shot. straight away not rising or dropping. it would be absolutely useless for all the ither types of shot. as trap shooters premount, they can afford to have "extreme" fitted stocks. such as adjustable baseplate on the stock, adjustable cheek pieces that are high, thats just one type of shot they do, and the gun is designed to just do that (poi etc). what i would do, i would try your length of pull on a variety of targets, see how you like it, then back off in 1/4" increments to just see if it feels better. dont bother putting the stock in the crook of your elbow and finger on the trigger to assess the LOP. thats bull. no-one fires a gun in the crook of the elbow. that doesnt even have the head / stock relationship which is "extremely important." ps, your mesurements may actually be right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 I'd say it may be a tad long I'm 6"4 and shoot 15 1/4 lop but that's the great thing about gun fit it's personal and only you can really tell, if you know how!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren 67 Posted August 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 After second thoughts took it to 15 inches and going to try it on a few clays tomorrow and see how I get on. Thanks for input think im going to have to suck it and see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillmouse Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 I am 5'6" and shoot a 15 3/8" stock. It fits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subsonicnat Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 (edited) Hi Mate, Just Measured mine 13:3/4" PERFECT MOUNTING every time.. LOP is VERY important, if its not bang on for what clothes you wear, you will be very dissapointed with it, Ask 95% of the blokes who have bought one in a shop, Saying, " It fits a treat, i`ll hit everything with this".. Only to leave it in the cabinet and only be touched again to SELL it:: Come on Guys Be Honest::: I bought a LASER for my Shotgun, to me its the ONLY way to make sure it Shoots where you LOOK... Then it Fits.. PS: Best investment I have ever Bought, Honest:: Edited August 25, 2012 by subsonicnat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subsonicnat Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Hi Mate, Just Measured mine 13:3/4" PERFECT MOUNTING every time.. LOP is VERY important, if its not bang on for what clothes you wear, you will be very dissapointed with it, Ask 95% of the blokes who have bought one in a shop, Saying, " It fits a treat, i`ll hit everything with this".. Only to leave it in the cabinet and only be touched again to SELL it:: Come on Guys Be Honest::: I bought a LASER for my Shotgun, to me its the ONLY way to make sure it Shoots where you LOOK... Then it Fits.. PS: Best investment I have ever Bought, Honest:: Should have stated, its the one that fits in the CHOKE, NOT the chamber:: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamekeeper1960 Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 So much depends on the shape of your face ie hieght of cheek bone length of arm and we are'nt all the same so whats good for you may not fit someone else Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdSolomons Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 No one can give an answer without looking at you first hand. LOP in not one of the more critical measurements, you have a bit of leeway for personal preference, but your better going toward a fraction short rather than a bit too long. It is massively dependant on your chosen shoulder contact point, length of your neck, build and stance. Those who stand more square on need a shorter stock than those who stand across the gun. Dont bother with a pattern plate, get on the skeet range with someone who knows what they are doing. 1/4" is unlikely to make a great deal of difference to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coyotemaster Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 I must say I disagree with Ed on this, LOP is critical and 1/4" can make or break a good wingshooter particularly in fieldshooting. It is interesting though that accomplished shooters seem to shoot even an ill fitting gun well as though adapt themselves to the gun rather than making the gun fit them. Once you have shot a gun that fits properly you will never be happy with a poor fit. LOP depends on your physical traits and it sounds as though you may be long of arm to shoot that pull length. I am 5'10 and shoot a tad over 14" pull.(I used to be cuddly) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subsonicnat Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 HERE is the One that Works Wonders::: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/260794238613 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeon pete Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 measure from the middle of your finger tip to the inside of your arm crease,this then is your LOP sorry about rubbish photos iam in a rush to go out lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeon pete Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 measure from the middle of your finger tip to the inside of your arm crease,this then is your LOP sorry about rubbish photos iam in a rush to go out lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdSolomons Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 Unfortunately the crook of the arm to finger tip measurement is an old wives tale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeon pete Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 Unfortunately the crook of the arm to finger tip measurement is an old wives tale. you need to change your wife m8 lol ,i have the same measurement from my arm as is my shotgun and it fits a treat ,how do you do yours ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispti Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 you need to change your wife m8 lol ,i have the same measurement from my arm as is my shotgun and it fits a treat ,how do you do yours ? Use your knob mate . . . . . . . . 2 - 3'' from your thumb knuckle is a better guide... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigman Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 Im 6ft 7 broad shoulders and long arms , not over long for my size thou my stocks 17 lop i have to use a rubber boot jobbie for now till i can get extended properly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poontang Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 (edited) you need to change your wife m8 lol ,i have the same measurement from my arm as is my shotgun and it fits a treat ,how do you do yours ? . Edited September 4, 2012 by poontang Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeon pete Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 Use your knob mate . . . . . . . . 2 - 3'' from your thumb knuckle is a better guide... i ent that big old chap lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillmouse Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 Unfortunately the crook of the arm to finger tip measurement is an old wives tale. Yup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispti Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 i ent that big old chap lol Fast forward to 1.30 . . . . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdSolomons Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 you need to change your wife m8 lol ,i have the same measurement from my arm as is my shotgun and it fits a treat ,how do you do yours ? Your length of pull has many variables, such as stance, length of neck and chosen shoulder contact point. Length of forearm has no bearing. Yours may well fit the crook of your arm but others will not. I haven't measured mine but it's a good 17" (oooh err matron), as I shoot with a very side on stance, mount low in the shoulder and have quite a long neck. I also have a longer than normal stock out of choice. Thing is a quick check o the forearm doesnt show much. And fortunately I'm not married. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeon pete Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 come on then chaps let us know how to measure your LOP put your money were your gobs are ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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