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Re: Standing Bench for big bore shooting.....???

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04 September 2004, 21:49
Lar45
Re: Standing Bench for big bore shooting.....???
I took a couple of pieces of 2x4 and screwed them together in an "L" shape, then added a 45deg brace. I C-clamp this to the shooting range roof upright post, then put a sand bag over it to rest my arm on.
Cheap, quick and it works great for me.
04 September 2004, 20:37
nopride2
The Lead Sled will not have the same barrel time, recoil dynamics as shooting from the shoulder.

Dave
04 September 2004, 16:55
Grandpasez
I have a standing bench, from an oldtime camera platform.
I added a bigger base structure, more weight to base, and
it cranks up and down.Plat form is 15 in wide and 4 ft
long.Use a weighted tripod locked to barrel for all load
an chrono testing..Ed
06 September 2004, 01:52
PC
This is the method I like best for kickers...it works well IMHO
05 September 2004, 17:25
458RugerNo1
I have a bench that's tall enough that if I drop down on my right knee and sight the rifle I'm in an upright position - which is the point of the standing bench for heavy-recoiling rifles... Put sandbags under it and it's good to go.

Both my .458's are easy to shoot in this way with full power 500gr loads.
04 September 2004, 14:21
Oldsarge
I've thought of the same thing. On the other hand, a "lead sled" would have the same effect, i.e. reducing felt recoil, and would save having to construct something else.
04 September 2004, 14:11
DavidC
I am considering building a standing bench and I would like your input.

Has anyone built such a bench for big bores and are they worth the time and effort in construction?
Are there any pitfalls or key points I should consider in the design? It must be adjustable for height
as well as have some "front to back" type adjustment for different sized shooters. Currently, I am
thinking of some sort of portable version that could sit on top of the benchs already at the gun
clubs I belong to. Other than that I'd really like to hear what others have done.

I would think this sort of bench would be just the ticket to make all manor of bench time and load
development a much more pleasant experince...

Page #233 of Boddington's African Experience has a bench similar to what I am referring to and looks
like it would serve my purpose very well.

Your thoughts?

Regards,
Dave
05 September 2004, 12:34
500grains
The only thing I will not shoot from a bench is a 600 Nitro Express or above. I am very happy to shoot 500 nitro or 585 nyati from the bench, so I am not convinced a standing bench is needed.
07 September 2004, 12:42
45nut
I heartily agree with Bruce on the van,great investment.Keeps MOST of my accessories in one place,only need grab ammo and guns of the day.
Concerning the Standing rest.I aquired a stand from a broken shop light that held two halogen lights. Adjustable in height and very capable of rising to the proper height for shooting my big boomers,the 500,416's and 458's. I attached a front rest bag to the top plate using a couple of nylon zips and it folds up neatly and stows in the van easily. I will hunt for a pic and post it later if requested.