Part time handgun hunter, now full time?
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07/17/2016 9:10 PM
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I am recuperating from my second shoulder surgery. The left was 4 years ago. Now the right (my dominant side) is healing, and am in rehab for 7 more weeks. I am wondering, has anyone else on here had this problem? I enjoy hunting in any form, but larger rifles and shotguns may be of a lesser amount. Is hunting with 10mm auto, 44 mag, 45 colt, 454 casual easier on shoulder joints? I also have contenders and encores in 223 to 7mm08. Would these jar my shoulder much? I have shot these before but paid no attention to recoil vs shoulder. As previously stated, I am healing from surgery and just looking at future possibilities. I am hoping all will be fine within the next 6 months to a year, but just looking at options this fall. Any input would be appreciated. MK
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Re: Part time handgun hunter, now full time?
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07/17/2016 9:21 PM
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jamesfromjersey
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ming, Sorry about your problems but what game will you be hunting????
Life member-NRA-SCI Member-HHI #2900-HHASA #067 Colt-Ruger-Freedom Arms-and S&W Collector Assoc.s "I have more guns then I need but not as many as I want" "Handgun hunters HAVE to be good"
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Re: Part time handgun hunter, now full time?
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07/17/2016 9:31 PM
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mingokid
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Squirrel, rabbit, turkey, deer, and hogs. Later maybe Elk as they have been recently reestablished here in KY. MK
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Re: Part time handgun hunter, now full time?
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07/18/2016 12:36 PM
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reflex264
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The only time I have noticed shoulder pain is after extended bench time with some of the big boomers.
"A quiet hit in the right place is better than a loud miss in the wrong place followed by 10 more shots on the run"
I was a handgun hunter, when handgun wasn't cool.....
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Re: Part time handgun hunter, now full time?
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07/18/2016 4:23 PM
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I had surgery in late May on my right [dominate] shoulder. Eight weeks in and the shoulder still hurts can't sleep.It is getting better but I am shooting nothing heavier than a .22. Still can't lift a single six to shoulder high and shoot it,so everything is limited to bench work. I don't have any intention of shooting anything heavy than .22 for awhile. I did shoot my 12 in .45-70 left handed, ONCE!!!!!!!!!!!The shock wave going thru my right shoulder and arm were EXQUISITE to say the least , won't do that again!!!!! . Gun season isn't until Nov. so I have time,and if I have to I will just shoot left handed with something that don't kick like a mule. Good luck with your rehab. The 7-08 with a good brake should be ok around deer season. What ever I use will have a good brake.
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Re: Part time handgun hunter, now full time?
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07/19/2016 12:48 AM
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Well howdy neighbor! (Junebug) I am a bit north of you out of Mt Washington. My surgery was May 23. It sounds like you are in the same shape I'm in. I can raise a 45 Colt Blackhawk (4 5/8") up to eye level but not hold it there yet. Sleeping on therapy days can be tough, although I have felt improvement. My Surgeon said to not lift anything heavier than a cup of coffee for 3 months. I suppose I was expecting to heal as quickly as the last time on the left. I think another month will tell the tale, so to speak. Best of luck to you as well.
Reflex, you have given me hope. Thank you.
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