Rifle / Shooter Interface

By gunwriter The interaction between a human and a firearm is most assuredly dependent on the interface of the two. Shooting a firearm is a mechanical exercise and if the mechanical aspects do not jive, the bullets will not find their mark. At least not the mark the shooter intended. Rifle/shooter interface plays a big roll in shooting speed and precision. I recently conducted an extensive test of more than a dozen rifles while collecting data for a book I am working on called, The Scout Rifle Study. Without question, the interface between the rifle and shooter was the deciding factor in the on target performance of these rifles. The ones that did the best, had the best interface. There were no exceptions. There are eight elements of interface between a rifle and a shooter. Understanding them will help you not only choose the best equipment, it will also help you shoot better. Length of Pull (LOP): LOP is a critical measurement of fit with regards to a rifle. Too short and the shooter is cramped; too long and the shooter is stressed. Shooter comfort, from all positions – when dressed for all climates – is the goal. Grip: Where …Read the Rest

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