I am trying to determine if I have a gun that will fit a young PH in CAR. His only length of pull is from a double rifle and is 15". Is there a rule of thumb about the conversion from a double rifle to a bolt action? Example: If a double rifle fits you perfectly then the same length of pull will be 1" long on a bolt. Any help would be appreciated. I am not worried about cast off, drop at comb or heel. Please just stick to lop. MMP

Mike,
is that 15" to the front trigger, back, or split? a little long is always better than short, as one can usually just swap recoil pads and get a great fit!

My own rule of thumb (because it's what works for me) is the LOP on a bolt rifle should be 1" shorter than the LOP on a SXS or OU rifle or shotgun.

I like 14 or 14-1/4" on a bolt rifle and 15" on a shotgun.

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Originally posted by ForrestB:
My own rule of thumb (because it's what works for me) is the LOP on a bolt rifle should be 1" shorter than the LOP on a SXS or OU rifle or shotgun.

I like 14 or 14-1/4" on a bolt rifle and 15" on a shotgun.

I've found this to be true as well.

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Originally posted by ForrestB:
My own rule of thumb (because it's what works for me) is the LOP on a bolt rifle should be 1" shorter than the LOP on a SXS or OU rifle

+2

My experience is the same as the others. I had an SO grade 5 Beretta shotgun fitted and it was just over 15". When Duane fit me in his shop for my first of his rifles it was just over 14". I just wasn't sure it it was an accurate rule or estimate for everyone. Thanks for the info. MMP