Left-handed bolt action for left-hander necessary?

[tasslehawf]

Should a lefty be using a lefty bolt-action? Is this going to be a problem with the right?

 

[james24]

Re: Left-handed bolt action for left-hander necessary?

I have always used a right handed gun cause they are cheaper. I got 3 guns right now. 2 of which are right and 1 that is left. The biggest difference is the check pad on the stocks

 

[tasslehawf]

Re: Left-handed bolt action for left-hander necessary?

Is it a problem that you are opening the bolt-action into your throat?

 

[Diablo]

Re: Left-handed bolt action for left-hander necessary?

Depends on what you get used to.

Like James, I have both LH and RH rifles.

Does anyone out there go both ways? (......wait, that doesn't sound right......) Shoot left or right handed?

 

[Elxx]

Re: Left-handed bolt action for left-hander necessary?

I debated for a month or so on going left or right handed. After owning right handed before my left handed...I'd have to say its only SLIGHTLY more convenient.

I went left cause I'm keeping this rifle forever. If I was planning on getting rid of it after a few thousand rounds, I'd go right handed.

I have no regrets going lefty...I feel so supreme at the range =D

Side note, for hunting its a godsend because I do all my shooting offhand(standing).