QuoteThe reason I use this method is that at a number of AS events, I have seen larger framed persons attempting to operate the rifle with front sling swivels mounted way too close to the trigger guards. This effectively puts them on the point of the support elbow instead of the pad behind the elbow, leading to an inability to achieve NPOA, because the point of the elbow acts like a ball bearing. Shooters with shorter support arms can just not place the support hand clear out to the sling swivel. This method provides a front sling swivel as far forward as it practical to place one.
Theophilus
My wife is petite, 11.25" LOP. Her first AS shoot she used a factory 10/22 TD, and I mounted her sling to the barrel band. She was overreaching on the forend, unbalanced, uncomfortable cheek weld ... all around bad fit. Hated the TSR 100 sights, etc. [Loved the shoot though!] FWIW, I'm on the other end, freakish long LOP, factory 10/22 TD feels like a Chipmunk.
We got a custom walnut stock for her 10/22, with an 11.25" LOP, and a shortened spotter forend (no band); modified off a youth stock. She loves the fit, and I am about to put sling studs on it but having seen this post, I thought to ask here about where her hand "ought" to be on the forend for support in the prone and standing positions. I want to ensure that the stud/swivel/sling is comfortably located for good support. I recognize this isn't science, but the quote above suggested a good geometry, which leads me to believe there may be a "method" some folks use. Thanks!
S/F, Chaps
First, welcome to the forum.
When customizing your rifle first keep in mind that IT IS YOUR RIFLE. Others will tell you generic places to mount the studs but you should mount them where they work best for you.
My recommendation is to get down into the prone position and adjust your support hand to the position that feels best. Confirm the position in sitting/kneeling as well as standing. Now that you know where you want your hand mount the forward stud 1 inch forward of where you want your hand. This will give great support as well as serve as a hand stop.
I always put the rear stud 1 to 2 inches forward of the butt. This maximizes the sling to body contact area using the hasty sling.
2 clicks low
2 clicks low nailed it.
If in doubt read his post again.