RECOIL PAD Reviews & Ratings

These pads don’t just slow recoil down, they actually cut the kick dramatically by absorbing it! Made from soft, springy, Sorbothane, they end next-day-hurt, tame large caliber flinch and allow recoil-sensitive shooters to shoot in comfort. Won’t ever bottom out. Grind and shape like regular pads, just don’t allow heat to build up. 200 Series Dual Action Sporting Clays pad has two layers of Sorbothane for extra protection. The first layer reacts quickly to absorb initial recoil, while the second layer dissipates the remaining energy to maximize absorption. Heel is canted approximately 45° for easy shouldering from the “low gun” position. 300 Series All Purpose has a slightly concave face designed for all shooting applications. 300 Series Dual Action All Purpose pad combines the two-layer absorption properties of the 200 Series Dual Action pads with a flat back and downward-canted ends for easy shouldering in a wide variety shooting applications. 400 Series Trap has a more pronounced concave face than 300 Series for fixed-position trapshooting. 500 Series Magnum is designed for heavy recoiling guns and has a flat face and downward canted ends for easy shouldering. All pads feature solid sides, a black base, and leather-grain textured face.

SPECS: Sorbothane® visco-elastic polymer, Black or Brown. Large - 2.03" (5.1cm) x 5.65" (14.3cm). Medium - 1.93" (4.9cm) x 5.33" (13.5cm). DA = Dual Action. Dimensions shown in chart are nominal and can vary due to ambient temperature and humidity conditions present at the time of manufacture.

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2 Stars

Reviews Summary

The RECOIL PAD receives mixed feedback from users. Many appreciate its ease of grinding, fitting, and effective recoil absorption, making it a popular choice among experienced shooters. However, some criticize the quality of screws and durability, noting issues with the rubber's softness and sensitivity to damage. Overall, the pad is viewed as a valuable addition for reducing recoil.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Recoil Absorption

70%

A large percentage of reviewers praise the pad for its ability to effectively reduce recoil, especially during heavy shooting. The absorption feature is highlighted as a major selling point, appealing to long-time shooters who understand the importance of mitigating recoil impact.

Ease of Installation and Fitting

80%

Users consistently mention the ease of grinding and fitting the RECOIL PAD to their firearms, which contributes to their overall satisfaction. The simplicity of installation is appreciated by both amateurs and professional gunsmiths, making it a favored choice for customizing shotguns and rifles.

Material Quality and Durability

50%

While many users commend the pad's comfort and performance, several critiques point towards concerns about the material quality. Some reviewers describe the rubber as too soft, prone to breaking and chipping, and less durable compared to competing products. These issues indicate that while the pad is functional, improvements in material quality are needed.

Customer Service

25%

The company's customer service garners positive remarks, with instances of prompt replacements for defective products noted. This responsiveness contributes significantly to customer loyalty, especially for those who have experienced issues with their pads.

Screw Quality

20%

There is some criticism regarding the screws included with the pad. Multiple users mention that the screws are of poor quality and could be improved, suggesting that while the pad itself is strong, the accompanying hardware could detract from the overall experience.

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Rubber Sticky

This will do the job it is designed to do. My only concern is the rubber is a little sticky which is good in that it will stay where you put it, but it seems to collect lint and in a dusty environment may collect dust or other foreign material. Only time will tell.

Better than a brake ...

I put this on a 330 Dakota that I recently built. At 10-15% more case capacity than a 338WinMag, I was a little concerned about the recoil, so I also added a nice brake to it. As it turns out, the recoil pad alone tames the recoil plenty and doesn't carry the cost of increased noise that comes with any brake ... suffice it to say that I'm now making a thread protector for the muzzle threads and will go with just this great recoil pad. Working it was easier than any other pad I've ever installed ... and it looks great. It is thick, so you might need to cut away some stock ... my arms are long and I think that I just made made myself the first rifle that actually fits me! The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that the pop-up for 5-stars said "it doesn't get any better than this" ... well there is always cheaper, so I guess NOTHING should really get an honest 5 stars!

Bad News, Good News

I purchased five of these for my hardest kicking long guns. They reduce recoil unbelievably for something so solid looking. There is one small problem if you store your guns stock down. They crunch on the heal end and cannot return to proper shape. Must store gun with barrel down to prevent this. The really good news is that Kickeez replaced them all at no charge or question. Great company!