Front Rest - Shooting off a bench

[Johnc427]

I've always been curious what guys are using for a front rest when shooting off a bench, particularly during load development. I've always used a Harris Bipod w/ a Protektor Rabbit Ear rear style bag. What are some other options? The harris seems to be just ok and I'm looking to replace it as its seen better days. Atlas? Front bag? Caldwell adjustable shooting rest? Thanks all!

 

[Pickettpuncher]

You might zoom in but it’s a Caldwell rest.

 

[Harvey_NW]

Caldwell tack driver with a rear bag was a game changer for me off the bench. I like the V style front bag it really stabilizes the forend.

 

[huntsman22]

car jack rest.....

 

[Mag_7s]

Caldwell Rock BR front pedestal with replacement Protector front owl ear and Protector rear bag. The pedistal is not too bad for the price point, but the bearing assembly could be improved.

 

[JD Jones]

Thunderbird rear bag and an atlas bipod works for me

 

[huntsman22]

But can you use these other kinds of rests to change your flat tire? Do they have 16 inches of elevation for shooting prairie dogs on a hillside? think multi-purpose......bwahaha

 

[eaglemountainman]

car jack rest.....

Interested to know how you're securing your spotter to the bar clamp...
Would you mind sharing what adapter that is?

 

[huntsman22]

This is a low budget op, cheapo quarter inch bolt welded on using a broken swaro window mount ballhead, and it's not pretty.....grin

 

[Johnc427]

This is a low budget op, cheapo quarter inch bolt welded on using a broken swaro window mount ballhead, and it's not pretty.....grin

When I first saw your reply in my email without the pictures, I thought you were being a smart Ass. Nice work!!

 

[Johnc427]

Caldwell Rock BR front pedestal with replacement Protector front owl ear and Protector rear bag. The pedistal is not too bad for the price point, but the bearing assembly could be improved.

How do you like that Rock BR?? Looks pretty solid. I looked into one of those

 

[Mag_7s]

How do you like that Rock BR?? Looks pretty solid. I looked into one of those

I like it actually. The owl ears it comes with are "okay", but the Protector owl ears are a good upgrade. A dryer sheet also works well too over the included ears to get a good slide.

 

[huntsman22]

I thought you were being a smart Ass.!!

Some things are a constant.....

 

[Rob5589]

car jack rest.....

I'm kinda diggin the 3 rifles pointed at you while using that set up

 

[Rich M]

Got one of these and like it. Easy, small & light.
Caldwell 0-Max


or tripod

or sand bag

 

[Lawnboi]

I just use a bipod. I hate hauling crap around. Especially crap that dosnt tell me how the rifle is normally going to shoot.

 

[slowelk]

I just use a bipod. I hate hauling crap around. Especially crap that dosnt tell me how the rifle is normally going to shoot.

Agreed. I use an atlas bipod at the range and a rear bag. I never shoot off a bench, but certainly it would work on one.

 

[Harvey_NW]

I just use a bipod. I hate hauling crap around. Especially crap that dosnt tell me how the rifle is normally going to shoot.

I only like a front bag for load testing and zero confirmation. As soon as that's done it's back to bipod and rear bag for validation. I like knowing how well the system shoots with as little shooter error induced as possible. If things go haywire by switching to a bipod it's either mechanical, or a highlight of recoil management or shooter error.

 

[long hunter]

car jack rest.....

I like this, very solid thanks for the pic. Now to find a scissor jack.

 

[SloppyJ]

car jack rest.....

Everything about this picture makes me want to be your friend.