Bic, I've been a lefty all my life and I've been shooting righties all my life to include a vast number of bolt guns, .22RF on up, and many autos including M1, M14, M16, carbines, etc, and of of course lever guns. I shoot a RH bolt gun (both a Mdl 70 and a slicked up 03) for high power and no problems at all on rapid fire strings. You learn to adapt and overcome. One very distinct advantage when shooting from the 'wrong' side is that you have a visual into the mag and chamber. Safeties, mags, and other mechanical things have never been a problem. In fact a stock 1911 is not a problem for a southpaw either if you know how, including slide release, safety, and mag release. Quite comfortable. That said, I have several LH bolt guns and find them quite a pleasure to shoot, especially the convenience of the bolt handle. But that's not the ONLY consideration. Accuracy is the name of the game. If it shoots good, it's fun. sundog
oh, one other thing. I've had more trouble with stocks and check rests more than anything else.