ORIGINAL: sjledford
Hi, just outta curiosity, how did the guy tell u to measure for good gun fit? I am going turkey hunting with my husband for first time sat. I just bought a Mossberg 500 20g. Feels ok to me but I am like u, the youth model felt more comfortable. Thanks in advance!
If you hold your hand at 90°, place the gun in the "crook (bend)of your arm". Extend your hand; the first joint of your trigger finger should touch the trigger. If the trigger extends to the pad of your trigger finger, or tip of it; the stock is too long for you. Conversely if extends well past the first joint, say to the 2nd finger joint; the stock is too short for you. FWIW, it is easier to shoot a gun that's a little short vs one that is too long. Lastly I think you made a wise choice in choosing a Mossberg® Mdl 500C 20ga.