.308 recoil.............

xj2000 · 07-03-2008, 07:09 PM

so i am on the verge of buying my first hunting, bolt action rifle. i was looking at the 308 caliber as one of my options and wondered how the recoil is compared to my 7.62x39? is it the same or quite noticeabley more? the reason why i ask is i wonder if it will affect my accuracy by flinching or other. thanks.

rfc357 · 07-03-2008, 07:31 PM

The .308 will recoil more, all other things being equal. The 7.62x39 recoils like a .30-30. You can get used to a .308 easily. Find 100 rounds or so of surplus ammo (cheaper) and have some fun learning your new rifle.

What are you going to hunt?

SwedeSteve · 07-03-2008, 07:41 PM

meatloaf · 07-04-2008, 02:58 AM

308 is nothing as far as recoil goes dont sweat it.

billy · 07-04-2008, 05:58 AM

i weigh 140 lbs.
and i can shoot a .308 until i either get bored or run out of ammo.
dont worry about it.
p.s.
i always run out of ammo 1st!

Wingwiper · 07-04-2008, 06:40 AM

If you PULL the firearm TIGHT into your shoulder and keep using a pull motion when you fire, you will decrease the recoil by a considerable amount. Position is probably one of the most important steps in shooting and in decreasing the effect of recoil, a tight position will allow the recoil to be absorbed by the entire upper body, versus just the shoulder. If you have a loose grip, you will feel it. Stable and Tight positions are the only way to eliminate the effects. Doing so, the .308 or 7.62mm is child's play.

The WORST thing you can do to yourself, is go to the Firing Line playing MIND GAMES and having a FEAR for the weapon. NO ONE shooting a firearm has ever been killed or wounded from the Butt stock. You need to practice squeezing the trigger with a dime on the front sight and not allowing the dime to fall off. You need to keep the eye open and use good FOAM earplugs, pushed way in to eliminate sound concussion. DO NOT JERK the trigger and have a slow and stead pressure for a nice follow through, meaning KEEP the trigger all of the way back, until the projectile has gone through the intended target, then release. Fire a few rounds to get familiar with the firearm and above all, RELAX.

neophyte · 07-04-2008, 06:53 AM

xj2000: Sir;

my shooting partner listened to me

Loaded it for ''chappie'' told him he need an air gap between his shoulder and the stock

He will not be doing that again

made me do it.

Taurus Fan · 07-05-2008, 09:19 AM

Ever shot a 30-06? That's what a .308 feels like. The .308 recoil is maybe just the teensiest bit less in identical rifles, but I doubt you'd notice the difference. Pehaps I'm just overly sensitive to recoil, but I'd hardly call it "nothing" as others claim.

Brother Bob · 07-05-2008, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Taurus Fan

Ever shot a 30-06? That's what a .308 feels like. The .308 recoil is maybe just the teensiest bit less in identical rifles, but I doubt you'd notice the difference. Pehaps I'm just overly sensitive to recoil, but I'd hardly call it "nothing" as others claim.

It's nothing when compared to bigger calibers and magnums. The .30-06 is considered the largest caliber that "most" folks can shoot without flinching. It is probably the standard where everything else is compared to. "It kicks less than a .30-06" or "it kicks more than a .30-06".

Taurus Fan · 07-05-2008, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Brother Bob

It's nothing when compared to bigger calibers and magnums. The .30-06 is considered the largest caliber that "most" folks can shoot without flinching. It is probably the standard where everything else is compared to. "It kicks less than a .30-06" or "it kicks more than a .30-06".

Exactly. It's considered to be right at the point "most" people can handle with no problem. Most. Some of the comments may have given the original poster the idea that it is some kind of powder-puff in terms of recoil. While certainly not punishing, it ain't light.

Brother Bob · 07-05-2008, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Taurus Fan

Exactly. It's considered to be right at the point "most" people can handle with no problem. Most. Some of the comments may have given the original poster the idea that it is some kind of powder-puff in terms of recoil. While certainly not punishing, it ain't light.

Come shoot my .300 Winmag, .338 Winmag, .375 H&H, and my .45-70 with hot loads.

Capt'n Mil Coll · 07-05-2008, 11:19 AM

Recoil depends on the rifle as well. A larger heaver rifle in .30-06 or .308 will have less recoil than a carbine. There of course is a difference between semi automatic rifles and bolt action. The semis generally will have less recoil because the actions bleed off some of the gasses so there is less to kick back at you from the muzzle.
I have an Argentine Mauser bolt action in .30-06 that is the worst shoulder shocker I have. It is a 6 shot rifle. You shoot 6 shots and thats all you want to shoot out of it.
On the other hand I can easily put 1000 rounds through my M1 Garand at one sitting with no problems.

meatloaf · 07-05-2008, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Taurus Fan

Ever shot a 30-06? That's what a .308 feels like. The .308 recoil is maybe just the teensiest bit less in identical rifles, but I doubt you'd notice the difference. Pehaps I'm just overly sensitive to recoil, but I'd hardly call it "nothing" as others claim.

Not rying to sound macho or call you a whimp but the .308 recoil isnt anything to be concerned about. To be honest if you want to reach out and touch something hard, you better get used to ATLEAST shooting a .308. Honestly recoil comes with fire power.

samuel · 07-05-2008, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by meatloaf

Not rying to sound macho or call you a whimp but the .308 recoil isnt anything to be concerned about. To be honest if you want to reach out and touch something hard, you better get used to ATLEAST shooting a .308. Honestly recoil comes with fire power.

I'm getting picky and mean no offence,"BUT"a .22lr can generate tremenduous firepower,only heavy bullets with lots of powder pushing them can create recoil. sam.

Midas · 07-05-2008, 08:21 PM

The .308 has recoil? I never noticed it while shooting

mtm1 · 07-05-2008, 08:36 PM

In any normal sized rifle, includeing my brother's featherweight the 308 has almost no recoil. You'll have no problem.

billy · 07-05-2008, 08:48 PM

you will get used to it.
then in a year or two (if you are anything like me)
you will want a BIGGER one!
recoil be dammned!
full speed ahead!
get a semi auto .308 and put 20 rounds downrange in a hurry....

Midas · 07-05-2008, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by billy

you will get used to it.
then in a year or two (if you are anything like me)
you will want a BIGGER one!
recoil be dammned!
full speed ahead!
get a semi auto .308 and put 20 rounds downrange in a hurry....

Then you don't even worry about the recoil! you just buy a big ole gun, and shoot the piss out of it.

ArkansasHunter · 07-05-2008, 08:59 PM

The 308 is pleasant for me to shoot. And with all the fancy recoil pads Gun manufactures are useing now. Shouldn't be a factor in buying a rifle in 308.
I personaly would not own a smaller caliber, not even a 7mm-08.
A.H

billy · 07-05-2008, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ArkansasHunter

The 308 is pleasant for me to shoot. And with all the fancy recoil pads Gun manufactures are useing now. Shouldn't be a factor in buying a rifle in 308.
I personaly would not own a smaller caliber, not even a 7mm-08.
A.H

thats funny you say that A.H.
i am getting a 7mm-08...PISTOL!

07-03-2008, 07:09 PM	#1
xj2000 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 9	.308 recoil............. so i am on the verge of buying my first hunting, bolt action rifle. i was looking at the 308 caliber as one of my options and wondered how the recoil is compared to my 7.62x39? is it the same or quite noticeabley more? the reason why i ask is i wonder if it will affect my accuracy by flinching or other. thanks.

07-03-2008, 07:31 PM	#2
rfc357 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 741	The .308 will recoil more, all other things being equal. The 7.62x39 recoils like a .30-30. You can get used to a .308 easily. Find 100 rounds or so of surplus ammo (cheaper) and have some fun learning your new rifle. What are you going to hunt? __________________ Certified rifle and pistol instructor

07-03-2008, 07:41 PM	#3
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07-04-2008, 05:58 AM	#5
billy spiritual counselor Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: a secret lab on the shores of lake titicaca Posts: 11,954 Images: 9 Blog Entries: 146	i weigh 140 lbs. and i can shoot a .308 until i either get bored or run out of ammo. dont worry about it. p.s. i always run out of ammo 1st! __________________ just leave britney ALONE! she's going thru a hard time snivel sniff....WAH

07-04-2008, 06:40 AM	#6
Wingwiper Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 789	If you PULL the firearm TIGHT into your shoulder and keep using a pull motion when you fire, you will decrease the recoil by a considerable amount. Position is probably one of the most important steps in shooting and in decreasing the effect of recoil, a tight position will allow the recoil to be absorbed by the entire upper body, versus just the shoulder. If you have a loose grip, you will feel it. Stable and Tight positions are the only way to eliminate the effects. Doing so, the .308 or 7.62mm is child's play. The WORST thing you can do to yourself, is go to the Firing Line playing MIND GAMES and having a FEAR for the weapon. NO ONE shooting a firearm has ever been killed or wounded from the Butt stock. You need to practice squeezing the trigger with a dime on the front sight and not allowing the dime to fall off. You need to keep the eye open and use good FOAM earplugs, pushed way in to eliminate sound concussion. DO NOT JERK the trigger and have a slow and stead pressure for a nice follow through, meaning KEEP the trigger all of the way back, until the projectile has gone through the intended target, then release. Fire a few rounds to get familiar with the firearm and above all, RELAX. Last edited by Wingwiper; 07-04-2008 at 06:46 AM.

07-04-2008, 02:58 AM	#4
meatloaf Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: lakewood CO Posts: 902 Images: 3	308 is nothing as far as recoil goes dont sweat it.

07-04-2008, 06:53 AM	#7
neophyte Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 3,494 Blog Entries: 2	Don't listen xj2000: Sir; my shooting partner listened to me Loaded it for ''chappie'' told him he need an air gap between his shoulder and the stockHe will not be doing that again made me do it. __________________ Craig By the standards of most

07-05-2008, 09:19 AM	#8
Taurus Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Cobra Command Headquarters Posts: 781	Ever shot a 30-06? That's what a .308 feels like. The .308 recoil is maybe just the teensiest bit less in identical rifles, but I doubt you'd notice the difference. Pehaps I'm just overly sensitive to recoil, but I'd hardly call it "nothing" as others claim. Last edited by Taurus Fan; 07-05-2008 at 09:26 AM.

07-05-2008, 11:19 AM	#12
Capt'n Mil Coll Military Rifle Collector Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Right behind you. -NRA Member- Posts: 2,256 Images: 10	Recoil depends on the rifle as well. A larger heaver rifle in .30-06 or .308 will have less recoil than a carbine. There of course is a difference between semi automatic rifles and bolt action. The semis generally will have less recoil because the actions bleed off some of the gasses so there is less to kick back at you from the muzzle. I have an Argentine Mauser bolt action in .30-06 that is the worst shoulder shocker I have. It is a 6 shot rifle. You shoot 6 shots and thats all you want to shoot out of it. On the other hand I can easily put 1000 rounds through my M1 Garand at one sitting with no problems. __________________ Let's light this fuse and see what happens!

07-05-2008, 08:21 PM	#15
Midas Troll B' Gone Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Springdale, Arkansas Posts: 3,788 Images: 2 Blog Entries: 6	The .308 has recoil? I never noticed it while shooting __________________ "Recoil lasts for a second, gravity lasts forever"

07-05-2008, 08:36 PM	#16
mtm1 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Southern B.C. Posts: 85	In any normal sized rifle, includeing my brother's featherweight the 308 has almost no recoil. You'll have no problem.

07-05-2008, 08:48 PM	#17
billy spiritual counselor Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: a secret lab on the shores of lake titicaca Posts: 11,954 Images: 9 Blog Entries: 146	you will get used to it. then in a year or two (if you are anything like me) you will want a BIGGER one! recoil be dammned! full speed ahead! get a semi auto .308 and put 20 rounds downrange in a hurry.... __________________ just leave britney ALONE! she's going thru a hard time snivel sniff....WAH

07-05-2008, 08:59 PM	#19
ArkansasHunter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 10,678	The 308 is pleasant for me to shoot. And with all the fancy recoil pads Gun manufactures are useing now. Shouldn't be a factor in buying a rifle in 308. I personaly would not own a smaller caliber, not even a 7mm-08. A.H