Description
Anyone who has burned through a box of magnum loads knows the shoulder starts talking back long before the ammo runs out. The LimbSaver Strap-On Shooting Vest is the fix a lot of folks reach for when the kick starts wearing on them. It's a simple wearable pad that sits right where the buttstock meets your shoulder, cutting down the punch so you can keep your focus on the target instead of bracing for the next round.
The heart of it is a shoulder pad made from LimbSaver's proprietary NAVCOM material, short for Noise and Vibration Control Material. That stuff absorbs energy and vibration instead of passing it straight into your body, and depending on the load and setup it can knock down felt recoil by a noticeable margin. It works on its own, but pair it with an installed LimbSaver recoil pad on the gun and you've got about the best one-two punch out there for taming a stout kicker like a 30-06 or a heavy turkey load.
What Makes the LimbSaver Shooting Vest Worth Strapping On
Setup is about as easy as it gets. Slip it over your shooting shoulder, clip the adjustable strap, and you're ready to shoot. The straps adjust to fit just about any body type, and the whole rig is reversible, so righties and lefties both get the same benefit without buying a different model. It's built rugged enough for use in any weather, so it earns its keep whether you're sighting in on a cold morning or grinding through a long summer practice session.
Who Reaches for the LimbSaver Strap-On Pad
This one shines for anyone especially sensitive to recoil, folks working up loads and firing lots of test shots, and shooters running guns that came without a recoil pad from the factory. Handmade in the USA, it's a small piece of gear that makes a big difference when you're planning to spend real time behind the trigger.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: LimbSaver (Sims Vibration Laboratories)
- Manufacturer Part Number: 90102
- UPC: 697438901025
- Color: Black
- Pad Material: NAVCOM (Noise and Vibration Control Material)
- Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous / Reversible
- Fit: Fully adjustable, one size fits most
- Weight: 9.6 oz
- Overall Length: 16.05 in
- Weather Rating: Built for use in all weather conditions
- Made In: USA
What’s Included
- LimbSaver strap-on shooting vest with protective shoulder pad
- NAVCOM pad insert
- Adjustable clip-on strap
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the LimbSaver shooting vest reduce recoil?
The NAVCOM shoulder pad absorbs energy and vibration to bring down felt recoil, with listed reductions ranging into the 50 to 60 percent range depending on the source, load, and setup. Results vary by caliber and how the pad sits against your shoulder. For the biggest drop in kick, run it alongside an installed LimbSaver recoil pad on the gun itself.
Can left-handed shooters use this LimbSaver strap-on pad?
Yes. The shooting vest is reversible and ambidextrous, so it works for both right and left-handed shooters. Just position the pad over your shooting shoulder and clip the adjustable strap for a secure fit.
Do I still need a recoil pad on my rifle if I have the LimbSaver vest?
Not necessarily. The strap-on vest is especially handy for firearms that don't have a built-in recoil pad, since it puts the cushioning on your shoulder instead of the gun. That said, stacking it with a LimbSaver recoil pad gives you the most recoil reduction possible.
Is the LimbSaver shooting vest good for long range sessions?
It's built for exactly that. Load development, sight-in days, and extended practice all put repeated recoil on your shoulder, and the NAVCOM pad helps you shoot longer without getting beat up. The rugged construction holds up to regular use in any weather.





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