Length of pull

[Guide]

I’ve got a Remington 870 Express 20 gauge that has a length of pull 14” I’m not crazy about but when I use it I’m usually in lighter clothing, generally bird hunting. I did use it last couple of years deer hunting with slugs. Now I want a regular deer rifle and have decided on a Henry .243 in youth model. The length of pull is 13” if I find it a little short I’ll put a white spacer in there 1/4- 3/8”. My Ruger American .22 is 13-3/4” work fine but then again usually wear light clothing. I feel I’d rather have it a little short rather than too long. Anyone have and better ideas I’m open to listening.

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[Mags]

... I feel I’d rather have it a little short rather than too long. ...

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I agree. Start short and add spacers if you need to. I think if you start long and decide to cut the stock down, can you do it and make it turn out nice or will it look hacked at. And if you cut it too short, you're back to adding spacers anyway.

[Guide]

Thanks, I could also put a slip on recoil pad if I wanted. There are a couple that add a half inch. So I do have options. I’m picking the Henry because I like it being made in American and quality seems really good. I checked with them about the trigger pull which was heavy in the past but was told they’re between 4-5#.