Aluminium tape

[HopeToBe]

I see most like to use Teflon tape which I suppose is not taken out of the blue, but aluminium tape is also light and very smooth as well. Any reason for not using that? I suppose someone has been down this track before and could perhaps elaborate somewhat?

Any info much appreciated.

 

[SGJennings]

Take a sample of the two, apply to something, wash your hands and dry them well and run your finger over each. I think you'll come to a conclusion pretty fast. Smooth does not equal slick.

 

[abintx]

htb ...

I see most like to use Teflon tape.

Not necessarily so.

I have found this company to be a great source for stock tape: http://cshyde.thomasnet.com/category/tapes-with-psa?. CS Hyde will cut rolls to the size and length you want. I use UHMW Polyethylene Tape #19-5A, cut to 5 inches wide by "5 yards" long. Cost was around $26.00. #19-5A has an acrylic adhesive which holds up better in heat versus a rubber adhesive. I make sure I clean my stock area with soap and water to get all the dirt and oil off it before I apply the tape. I have a good finish on my stocks so the soap and water has no effect on the surface.

As I mentioned, the tape that I buy is around $26.00 for a roll 5 inches X 5 yards or 5" X 180" or 36 pieces of 5" X 5" which equates to 72 cents each. [180" divided by 5" = 36. $26.00 divided by 36 = .72]. 72 cents a sheet is inexpensive. 36 pieces too many ??? Order a shorter roll.

CS Hyde was also very helpful when I was researching tape and sent me four samples. I dealt with Sheridan O'Brien who is the company's owner. As I recall the conversation she also does some shooting and understood the application. Hope you find exactly what you're looking for. CS Hyde's number is 1-800-461-4161.

Use all three: Aluminum, Teflon, and UHMW Polyethylene Tape. Let us know which YOU prefer.

 

[mks]

I found your tip from a previous thread and just recently ordered the tape you recommended. The price has gone up, but it's still a good deal. And you can cut longer pieces from the roll so that you can try different forend positions in the front rest without worrying about sliding off the slick taped part of the forend. 5" isn't enough.

Thanks,
Keith

 

[abintx]

Keith ...

... you can cut longer pieces from the roll so that you can try different forend positions in the front rest without worrying about sliding off the slick taped part of the forend. 5" isn't enough. Thanks, Keith

In some cases 5 inches may too much depending on your caliber and following the results of experimenting with different forearm positions for the balance point that provides a nice straight backward recoil. In the end, all you need is the average recoil distance for a particular cartridge plus a little bit more for peace of mind.

I use a stop. So I place enough on the forearm from the leading long side of the front bag [the side closest to me when the rifle's up against the stop] up towards the end of the forearm when the rifle finishes it's recoil. That may or may not be 5 inches. Watch the recoil. Adjust, depending on where the forearm is placed in the front rest, the amount of recoil generated, and any amount you feel you need as a safety margin. Have a smooth recoiling day!