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gk1 · November 12, 2012, 11:47 PM

I'm 5'7, 140, and was more like 110 when I started shooting a Garand. Technique will help a lot, but recoil is always going to affect you more than someone heavier who also practices good form. You will move more, but I think my shoulder bruises less, too; at least that's what I tell myself

November 12, 2012, 11:47 PM	#8
gk1 Senior Member Join Date: May 31, 2002 Posts: 108	I'm 5'7, 140, and was more like 110 when I started shooting a Garand. Technique will help a lot, but recoil is always going to affect you more than someone heavier who also practices good form. You will move more, but I think my shoulder bruises less, too; at least that's what I tell myself