Description
The Pachmayr Decelerator Slip-On Recoil Pad brings the well-known Decelerator material to a pad you can put on in seconds. It uses the same soft rubber compound that Pachmayr built its reputation on, wrapped in a slip-on housing so you can cut felt recoil on a shotgun, rifle, or muzzleloader without cutting your stock or touching a screwdriver. This medium size in brown fits stocks roughly 1-1/2 inch to 1-3/4 inch wide and 5 inch to 5-3/16 inch long, which covers a big chunk of standard field guns.
What Sets the Decelerator Slip-On Apart
The headline feature is the patented Speed-Mount insert. That internal piece helps the pad seat cleanly and hold its shape once it's on the stock, which is a step up from the plain rubber sleeves that tend to sag or roll at the edges. The result is a snag-free, non-slip fit that looks like it belongs on the gun instead of an afterthought stretched over the butt.
Why the Brown Medium Makes Sense
Brown pairs nicely with walnut and traditional wood stocks, though the Decelerator works just as well over black synthetic or camo. Because nothing gets ground or drilled, your gun keeps its original dimensions and value, which matters if you're borrowing a pad for a season or testing whether a little extra length of pull feels right before committing to a fitted pad.
Getting the Most From Your Slip-On Pad
Sizing is everything with a slip-on. Go with a snug fit so it stays put under recoil, and if you're pulling it over a slick factory pad, a little cornstarch on the stock makes it easier to work on. Slide the heel in first, then work the toe down until it seats flush. Keep in mind it will add a bit to your length of pull, so cheek that gun before you head to the range. For occasional heavy loads, cold-weather clothing changes, or a magnum shotgun that beats you up, this is one of the simpler upgrades you can make.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Pachmayr
- Manufacturer Part Number: 04417
- UPC: 034337044178
- Product Type: Recoil Pad
- Style: Slip-On
- Color: Brown
- Size: Medium
- Fits Stock Width: 1-1/2 in. to 1-3/4 in.
- Fits Stock Length: 5 in. to 5-3/16 in.
- Material: Decelerator Rubber
- Key Feature: Patented Speed-Mount Insert
- Length: 4.15 in.
- Shipping Weight: 0.45 lb
What’s Included
- Pachmayr Decelerator Slip-On Recoil Pad, Medium Brown (04417)
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Decelerator Slip-On pad fit my gun?
This medium size is built for stocks measuring about 1-1/2 inch to 1-3/4 inch wide and 5 inch to 5-3/16 inch long, which fits many standard shotgun and rifle stocks. Measure your existing butt or pad before ordering, since a snug fit is what keeps a slip-on from moving under recoil. If your stock falls outside those numbers, Pachmayr offers small and large versions too.
Do I need any tools or gunsmithing to install it?
No tools, drilling, or grinding required. You slide the heel of the pad into the top of the butt first, then work the toe down until it seats flush. If it's a tight pull over a slick factory pad, a little cornstarch on the stock helps it slide into place.
How much does a slip-on pad actually reduce recoil?
The Decelerator uses Pachmayr's soft recoil-absorbing rubber, so you'll notice a real difference on hard-kicking guns and magnum loads, especially over a longer string of shots. It won't turn a 12 gauge into a .410, but paired with the right loads it takes a lot of the bite out of a range session. The Speed-Mount insert also keeps the pad seated so it performs consistently shot to shot.
Will the slip-on pad change my length of pull?
Yes, adding any slip-on pad extends your length of pull slightly since it sits over the existing butt or pad. For many shooters that extra bit is welcome, but it's worth shouldering the gun before you head out to make sure the fit still feels right. That adjustable length is part of why folks use these to test fit before committing to a fitted pad.




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