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I am considering buying a Ruger Red Label in 28 gauge. I am partial to the looks of the straight hand grip but I am wondering if it represents a bit of a handling liability without the offsetting benefit normally acknowledged in connection with double trigger guns. Is a pistol grip or POW really a more controllable gun to point? Ten zillion target shooters would indicate that is the case.
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IMO, The straight grip handles better and its connection with double triggers is an "Ole Wives Tale"
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 Seriously, 28 gauge we're talking upland? My personal preference dictates the quicker the shooting the straighter the stock. My grouse and woodcock gun has a straight stock, pheasants and partridge (quail when I get the chance) get a POW or semi pistol and waterfowl get the full pistol.
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Mac or PC?
Personal choice. I prefer straight.
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I don't believe that there is a correct answer - goes with which ever feels better in hand.
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Have you shot a straight grip previously? If not I suggest you try shooting one before making your decision. It is a bit different and you will learn if you like it or not. Having guns of both designs is not a bad thing!
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POW on a single trigger, SHS on a double.
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How well can you handle that standard LOP, if it's too long for you I'd go with a straight grip whereas your left hand, being that you are right handed, pulls the gun up to your shoulder as the stock runs up through your right hand. Opposite, of course if you are left handed. That way a straight grip can "mount" faster then a pistol grip.
If you are okay with that standard LOP then I would say it doesn't matter it's personal preference.
All the best
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Most of my guns have straight grip and that is what I shoot most of the time. Pistol grips feel a bit strange to me now and take some getting used too. If I have a choice I would choose straight a stock. This is a personal preference. You should try both and make a choice that feels right for you.
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S X S doubles, straight grip. Pumps, or, what have you along that line, pistol grip. O/Us POW grip.
But, some doubles feel good with a POW. Some O/Us feel good with a straight grip.
Maybe you should try both, and see what works best.
Best,
Ted
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