length of pull and recoil

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CraigL
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length of pull and recoil

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I have recently shot a 45-70 with a 520 grain bullet. After letting my shoulder heal for a month, I am moving on to Plan B. My question is whether a longer stock would help with the recoil, make no difference, or make it worse. I am about 6-5 with long arms, and the factory stock is probably somewhat short for me. I realize that recoil pads, smaller bullets, and/or smaller caliber may also be part of the equation, but I have not read anything that specifically addresses gun fit as it relates to recoil. Any advice will be much appreciated.
Craig
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Lumpy Grits
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Re: length of pull and recoil

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Welcome :!: :D
This works very well with my .45-90 and 540gn bullets.
http://www.buffaloarms.com/Recoil_Pads_ ... oil%20pads

Gary
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CraigL
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Re: length of pull and recoil

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Thanks, Gary. That is on my shopping list.
Craig
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