Hi guys. I have a recently purchased savage 16 trophy hunter xp in .308. The problem is the recoil beats me up and it is not enjoyable to shoot at this time. I also purchased a limbsaver recoil pad which helped but not enough. I posted about this on another forum and it was recommended I come here to discuss some of the options they presented.

1) some claimed a new stock would make it more comfortable to shoot. How does a new stock reduce recoil? What stock should I look for and where?

2)some suggested I replace the light 22 inch barrel with something longer/heavier. Obviously this would reduce recoil but not sure how difficult this process is? Is it something anyone can do or is it complicated? Where do I buy a barrel and what kind?

3) muzzle break. My barrel isn't threaded so how difficult is this option? How much are good muzzle breaks and how much do they reduce recoil?

4) sell and buy or trade for a different different caliber

I am also happy to hear any additional thoughts you have about the above options or any other options you recommend.

Thanks