Originally Posted by
ipscshooter
And, mc... Obviously, the answer to YOUR question is "yes, you do lose velocity, energy and distance." That's kinda the point. And, why not just buy a smaller rifle? Maybe it's not in the budget... Maybe the guy wants to get a "full size" rifle for a youngster, but, doesn't want full size recoil to scare the kid off... Maybe the guy has a favorite rifle, but recently suffered an injury such that recoil bothers him... There might be a variety of reasons. So, what's with the "rolleyes" emoticon? That's, in essence, a way to say "dude, you just asked a really stupid question." Kind of uncalled for.
First off, A kid should use a rifle that fits him. I stand by my post, use a rifle you can handle and it shoots loads its made to use.
Second, You sure are reading into the original post,
Maybe, the reason is none of the above.
Third, every rifle has its pluses and minuses. if it kicks too hard use a lighter rifle or get a good recoil pad.
Alot depends on the game you are hunting, a lighter load that kicks less and has less energy and distance, may not be a good thing.
If its a favorite rifle, Try a (Sims) recoil pad and you will be surprised by recoil reduction.
THE "ROLLEYES" WAS JUST FOR YOU, JPSC !!!
