Reloading bench rest

[ofl0926]

Hey what's up everyone. Just wanted to hear and see what you guys use to rest your rifle while testing reloads. I'm looking for some new options. Currently use bullsbag 15in bag.

 

[dotman]

I use a lead sled. I don't worry about shooting form etc but want to take all factors out to get the best grouping. I use it just to be consistent for load development.

 

[NEhunter]

I run a caldwell rock br front rest with protektor leather bags on front and rear. Great set up IMO.

 

[Clarktar]

I really like just using a bipod and rear bag while being prone. Feels the most natural and stable to me.

 

[HawkCreek]

A 3/4 full daypack is what I use (from the prone of course).

 

[Northernpiker]

I use the DFT Lead Sled, it's heavy enough I don't have to add any weigh and can handle Modern Sporting Rifles.

 

[Shrek]

I would use caution with a Lead Sled. They're hell on scopes and bedding. Anything from bags to an adjustable rest are great but the rifle needs to be pushing against something giving like your shoulder. Locking it in like the lead sled does is brutal on the rifle. I'm using bags front and rear but I'm going to buy an adjustable front rest.

 

[LaHunter]

I will either use front and rear sand bags on a bench or I will get prone and use my bipod and rear bag.

 

[Dos Perros]

Front and rear sand bags. Keep it simple.

 

[Muledeerfanatic]

I use a bipod and rear bag prone in the dirt

 

[rayporter]

farley coaxial

there is nothing natural about a lead sled. you cant hold a rifle remotely close to the way a lead sled holds a rifle. google lead sled, broken stock
http://www.longrangehunting.com/forums/f26/lead-sleds-hard-scopes-34907/index2.html

i laugh every time i see a big shot on TV trying to pin down their rifle by clamping a hand on top of the scope in an effort to do what???bend the scope?

 

[Shrek]

Ray !!! A Farley Coaxial too funny !

 

[dotman]

I would use caution with a Lead Sled. They're hell on scopes and bedding. Anything from bags to an adjustable rest are great but the rifle needs to be pushing against something giving like your shoulder. Locking it in like the lead sled does is brutal on the rifle. I'm using bags front and rear but I'm going to buy an adjustable front rest.

The DFT that I have doesn't lock it in really but yeah I wouldn't use it to put 100's of rounds down range.

 

[ofl0926]

im thinking of getting the caldwell rock br. seems to have great reviews.

 

[NEhunter]

im thinking of getting the caldwell rock br. seems to have great reviews.

IMO, you won't go wrong there. It has been a good set up for me.

 

[ofl0926]

IMO, you won't go wrong there. It has been a good set up for me.

I was looking at the BR or the deluxe one

 

[NEhunter]

I was looking at the BR or the deluxe one

They are both a good choice really. I went with the br version with the elevation and windage adjustments and really like it.

 

[ofl0926]

They are both a good choice really. I went with the br version with the elevation and windage adjustments and really like it.

Dumb question but why would I want the elevation feature?

 

[Justin Crossley]

I use a bipod and rear bag.

 

[Rucker61]

A older Cabelas version of the Caldwell Rock BR and a rear back.