Decelerator vs Limsaver Recoil Pads - 10/30/19
The 25 year old Decelerator 752b on my synthetic stocked M700 .280 is getting pretty firm and more than a few shots at the bench become noticeable. Like the rifle, I'm older and don't handle recoil as well as I once did. I put Limbsaver pads on my kids M7's in the last couple years and they do a very good job of cushioning the blow. Not much to look at but that isn't a consideration on these rifles. Haven't been able to find a Decelerator locally to feel a difference so I'm asking here. How do the two compare for recoil reduction. My impression from what I remember and using new Limbsaver is that it is softer than the Pachmayr. I'm going to be doing a lot of bench shooting working up a new load so now is the time. I also want to replace the rock hard pad on my 300win Mag at some point so I'll be more likely to pull it out of the safe. Installation isn't a concern as I've done both and have a belt sander if fitting is needed. What say ye?