What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

[ghost1921]

What is the best way to determine the best length of pull? I understand that each person is defferent, but I am specifically wondering if there is a physical measurement that I can take on myself that would help me to create the best LOP for me. This will be for a tactical build with a custom spacer.
Thanks,
Todd

 

[rem700man]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

measure from the tip of your trigger finger to the crease on the inside of your elbow

 

[mcm308]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

I could be wrong. I don't think there is a set measurement to take. Too many variables. The standard LOP is 13.5" or whatever. If you need something to fit better or more comfortable... You get an adjustable butt plate and adjust as desired.

 

[mcm308]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: REM700MAN</div><div class="ubbcode-body">measure from the tip of your trigger finger to the crease on the inside of your elbow </div></div>

I just did that and I measure 16". And I'm 6'1". So... I don't think that holds water...

 

[WRM]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mcm308</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: REM700MAN</div><div class="ubbcode-body">measure from the tip of your trigger finger to the crease on the inside of your elbow </div></div>

I just did that and I measure 16". And I'm 6'1". So... I don't think that holds water... </div></div>

Measure with you arm bent 90 degrees at the elbow, it'll make a difference.

Bill

 

[mcm308]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

Uhmm, actually measure 16.5" straight out and 15.5" bent 90 ? not much of a difference

 

[montyb]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

yea, i'm 6'4" and i get 16.5" measring from inside of elbow at 90* to the first joint of the trigger finger. 16.5 LOP ain't gonna happen with most stocks. i just got used to shooting standard stocks and live with it. plus, the extra 3" would make the rifle ungainly to handle.

 

[ghost1921]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

good to know. I end measuring 15-1/4" I think I'll set for about 14-3/4".
Thanks for the info.

 

[mcm308]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

Ehhh, I dunno... 14.75 seems like a stretch. I would find someone that has an adjustable stock to play with before I spent any money but it's your call... JMO

 

[rem700man]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

You need to cock your finger as if you were pulling the trigger

 

[ghost1921]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

The method of measure from inside elbow at 90 to trigger finger seems like the combination. That gives me a good 14-3/4". When I measure finger extended I get 17.5". I'm 6'3" with long arms so it's not a stretch for me.
Thanks for the good info.

 

[mcm308]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: REM700MAN</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You need to cock your finger as if you were pulling the trigger </div></div>

Now we are talkin'...lol doing that put's me at right about 13.5"....

 

[clmayfield]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

There is a good write-up on this here . This is from a shotgun guy, but the same rule applies... about an inch between your nose and thumb when the gun is mounted. The elbow to the trigger measurement will get you close, but it is incomplete. Neck length, musculature, fat, etc., all play into this. Further, it is going to vary gun to gun. For instance, comb height can play into it.

But if you take one of your stocks and perform the test as above, you should be able to get it about right. Using the above, I figured out that the stock I have been using for years is an inch too long.

The bottom line really is comfort, though. If you like the way something fits, no reason to change.

 

[rem700man]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

Sorry I didnt explain better, I was in a rush earlier.

Im 6'6" and I run mine at 14.5" but I can tolerate 13.5"

Good luck with your project

 

[RollingThunder51]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

There is much to be said for LOP.

Some fit for a static shot.

Some fit for quick take up.

Some fit for eye to scope.

In the days of wooden stocks we had what were called "try guns" they had stocks that were cut in every conceivable angle and adjustable. Shotguns, LOP is just about everything. Carry rifles (hunting) for a quick lift important as well.

The best rule of thumb before the advent of scope was "the rule of thumb" and that meant the distance from nose to thumb and it usually came in at about an inch.

Then there is Cant, Drop, Pitch, Cast and so much more.

I like mcm308's way best.

 

[marduk185]

Re: What is the best way to determine proper L.O.P?

just measure netherparts...and add 13.5 inches.