Description
When a rifle starts kicking hard enough to make you flinch, a good recoil pad changes everything. The LimbSaver Nitro Grind-to-Fit pad in Large is the thick, beefy option in the lineup, purpose-built to handle the heaviest recoiling rounds out there. It runs on LimbSaver's proprietary NAVCOM material, the same shock-absorbing compound Sims Vibration Laboratories developed for high-speed compound bows, and it can knock down up to 70 percent of felt recoil while cutting muzzle jump for faster follow-up shots.
Why the Nitro Pad Handles the Big Calibers
The Nitro series was designed with the hard hitters in mind. This is a thicker pad than the standard grind-to-fit options, which gives your shoulder more cushion behind safari-grade magnums and other heavy-recoil rifles. Along with the recoil reduction, the anti-muzzle-jump characteristic helps keep the sights closer to target between shots. The non-slip face grips your shoulder and holds its footing in wet or rough weather, so it stays planted whether you're on the bench or working a stand in the rain.
Getting Your Nitro Grind-to-Fit Pad Dialed In
Grind-to-fit means exactly that. The pad comes oversized and gets ground down to match the exact profile of your stock, giving you a seamless, factory-clean look with no overhang. This is the same style of pad gunsmiths and custom shops reach for when they want a tailored fit. It's worth mentioning that grinding LimbSaver rubber takes a patient hand. The material can gum up if it heats too much, so most folks run a fresh belt slow with plenty of lubricant, or simply hand it off to a shop for the install.
Fit and Build Details
The Large pad measures roughly 5-9/16 by 2-1/16 inches and grinds down to about 4-7/16 by 1-19/32 inches, with a 1-1/2 inch length of pull. It works across rifles, shotguns, and muzzleloaders, and if you've got a stock that needs a touch of extra length, this pad handles that without adding a spacer. For anyone who shoots big-bore rifles and wants to spend more time behind the gun without the beating, this is a solid upgrade.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Sims Vibration Laboratories
- Model: Nitro Grind-to-Fit Recoil Pad
- Size: Large
- Color: Black
- Material: NAVCOM vibration-dampening compound
- Felt Recoil Reduction: Up to 70%
- Length of Pull (Thickness): 1-1/2 inch
- Pad Dimensions: Approx. 5-9/16 in. x 2-1/16 in.
- Grindable To: Approx. 4-7/16 in. x 1-19/32 in.
- Surface: Non-slip
- Fits: Rifles, shotguns, muzzleloaders
- Fit Type: Grind-to-Fit
- Manufacturer Part Number: 10539
- UPC: 697438105393
- Shipping Weight: 0.72 lbs
What’s Included
- LimbSaver Nitro Grind-to-Fit Recoil Pad, Large, Black
- Installation instructions with printable grinding template
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Nitro pad different from a standard LimbSaver grind-to-fit pad?
The Nitro is a thicker pad engineered specifically for powerful safari-grade and magnum calibers. That extra material gives your shoulder more protection behind the hardest recoiling rifles. If you shoot big-bore or heavy magnum loads, the Nitro is the version built for that job.
Do I need a gunsmith to install the LimbSaver Nitro pad?
You can do it yourself if you're handy with a belt or disc sander, but many shooters hand it off to a gunsmith for a clean result. The pad grinds down to match your exact stock profile, and the rubber needs to be worked slowly with lubricant so it doesn't heat up and gum. LimbSaver recommends professional shops handle the fitting, and the pad ships with a template and instructions if you want to tackle it at home.
Will this recoil pad fit my rifle or shotgun?
The grind-to-fit design is meant to be customized to a wide range of stocks, so it works across rifles, shotguns, and muzzleloaders. The Large pad starts oversized at roughly 5-9/16 by 2-1/16 inches and grinds down to fit your specific stock. LimbSaver also offers online templates you can print to check fit before you start grinding.
How much recoil does the Nitro pad actually reduce?
LimbSaver rates the pad at up to 70 percent reduction in felt recoil compared to a standard stock pad. It also cuts down on muzzle jump, which helps you get back on target quicker. The NAVCOM material is designed to absorb a broad range of vibration frequencies, so you feel noticeably less shock at the shoulder.





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