I was shooting a few .308 and .30-06 rifles the other day and really noticed the difference in recoil for the first time due to an awkward bench position (I was on the "wrong" side of the table due to a full range). Usually I have a little better form and I tuck it in more firmly so I don't feel sore after.
Question occurred to me, do you experience more felt recoil in the short barreled rifles (like an FR-8 Spanish Mauser in .308) solely due to the reduced weight of the rifle, or does the shorter barrel have anything to do with it?
I've always thought it was just a weight issue, but another shooter at the range commented that he didn't like the recoil of those "short barreled" rifles.
Question occurred to me, do you experience more felt recoil in the short barreled rifles (like an FR-8 Spanish Mauser in .308) solely due to the reduced weight of the rifle, or does the shorter barrel have anything to do with it?
I've always thought it was just a weight issue, but another shooter at the range commented that he didn't like the recoil of those "short barreled" rifles.