What's the opinions out there on the most effective, ajustable, bench rest, for zeroing etc
JR
JR
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JR. I prefer to be prone on the ground. If you've a dedicated spot, then maybe putting in a concrete bench would be an option? Regards JCS
get yourself soe thing like a caldwell rock front rest for zeroing theyt make the job a lot easier give us a shout if you need any pictures etc how iu use one
lol deerman do you mean the bipod?
Spud, this is the beast! http://www.1967spud.com/index.php/en/product-reveiws/67-product-reveiw-qseb-coaxial-front-restq.html
thats a seb coaxial front rest
Thankyou for recommendations thus far. Just curiosity thinking about how we can take the human element out of zeroing.
I'm sure there are unlimited possibilities - - totally remote rifles, monitors, electronic triggers etc.
I'm sure there are unlimited possibilities - - totally remote rifles, monitors, electronic triggers etc.
JRoe
To remove the bad influences of the human element without resorting to uber-sophisticated & expensive shooting rest /clamp devices, probably the most effective aid is to make the firer comfortable & ergonomically right. i.e. use proper profiled shooting bench with a comfy adjustable seat set at the right height for it. You can't shoot well repeatedly if you're uncomfortable. A prone position can help if there isn't a good bench around & it's particularly good if you can lie without needing to strain upwards to get on target i.e it's nicer to shoot down hill from a flat bed than up hill.
Then bunny bag rear (set at the right height) & a solidly built, adjustable front rest or bag rest set at the right height will work in your favour. I often use elbow pads to reduce discomfort too. (I used to get skinned elbows when I did some long load testing days on the benches at the BSRC Bisley).
Whatever rests you use they should be firm, probably quite heavy yet soft surfaced to aid comfort.
If you want to play, I have an adjustable front rest you can borrow to try.
Ian
To remove the bad influences of the human element without resorting to uber-sophisticated & expensive shooting rest /clamp devices, probably the most effective aid is to make the firer comfortable & ergonomically right. i.e. use proper profiled shooting bench with a comfy adjustable seat set at the right height for it. You can't shoot well repeatedly if you're uncomfortable. A prone position can help if there isn't a good bench around & it's particularly good if you can lie without needing to strain upwards to get on target i.e it's nicer to shoot down hill from a flat bed than up hill.
Then bunny bag rear (set at the right height) & a solidly built, adjustable front rest or bag rest set at the right height will work in your favour. I often use elbow pads to reduce discomfort too. (I used to get skinned elbows when I did some long load testing days on the benches at the BSRC Bisley).
Whatever rests you use they should be firm, probably quite heavy yet soft surfaced to aid comfort.
If you want to play, I have an adjustable front rest you can borrow to try.
Ian
I like to use my Dog Gone Good medium Bench bag for zeroing, range use and for foxing. It's heavy enough that it provides a stable rest which absorbs some of the recoil but also light enough to be portable. I've had mine now about 10 yrs and use it alot and it's still like brand new, a great product!
owdnorthener
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I wouldnt leave your numbers and address on here mate. You would be safer if you delete it and then post via PM.
Alan
Alan
270Buck
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http://upnorthblades.com/shootingbench/shootingbenchplans.htm
This looks like a good design if you decide to build one yourself.
Cheers
This looks like a good design if you decide to build one yourself.
Cheers
With correct deployment of a rear bag and full awareness of forend swivel stud positioning I have yet to find a better front rest than a Dog Gone Good medium Bench bag.
K
K
But shiny and strokeable big boys toys are nice:
bewsher500
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Looks good, although an improvement on that design is to make the rear leg single
means it has tripod stability on any surface
see it shoot it
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the best shooting bench you can get and only costs a few pounds to make,will fit in the back of a std car http://www.larrywillis.com/shootingbench.html
heres the one I made but only for right hand shooters,totally stable perfect for load development
heres the one I made but only for right hand shooters,totally stable perfect for load development
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