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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the 4-way comb work on the SoftTouch System?
Our 4-way adjustable comb is completely stationary. The gunstock moves underneath, while the comb stays firmly on your cheek. Our comb gives the shooter the ability to adjust the comb to the right or to the left, and also up and down to fit the individual shooter's face.
How do I measure LOP (length of pull)?
In our shop, we measure LOP from the trigger itself, straight back to the outer edge of the recoil pad at the back of the stock.
What is the SoftTouch?
The SoftTouch Recoil Reduction System uses a hydraulic cylinder mounted in your stock to reduce the recoil by 59%. There is a link provided on this website that showing the scientific test results for this cylinder.
What does the SoftTouch do?
The purpose of the SoftTouch is to reduce recoil.
How will the SoftTouch benefit me?
Every shooter is affected by the recoil of the gun. The use of the SoftTouch allows you to stay in the gun to finish the shot.
How much weight does the system add to my gun?
The standard SoftTouch systems adds about 14oz. to the weight of the stock. The new Ultra Lite SoftTouch system which uses titanium rod, worm holes and other weight reducing processes, adds only about 7oz.
Are there any LOP adjustments after I have the system installed?
Once the System is installed, the only way to change the LOP is to change the thickness of the recoil pad.
What is the purpose of titanium?
The purpose of the titanium is to reduce the amount of weight that the SoftTouch System adds to your stock.
What is the Supreme Lock?
The Supreme Magnet Lock will keep the SoftTouch from collapsing if you have the tendency to pull your gun in tight and can easily be adjusted and locked into place through the butt plate. Plus some customers have reported an increased recoil reduction with the Supreme Magnet Lock.
What types of guns will the SoftTouch System fit?
Generally speaking, the SoftTouch System will fit into about any gun out there that has a wood stock, with very few exceptions.
I have shoulder, neck, or other problems that are affected by shooting. Will the SoftTouch System help with that?
Many of our returning customers have issues with shoulder, neck, or other problems that have affected their shooting. They have installed the SoftTouch in their guns because it helps them considerably with reducing the affect that shooting has on these types of problems. The SoftTouch System is also great for women and children.