what are you all using for portable shooting bench solutions?

[TonyP]

So I've been shooting alot of long range. 100+ yards as I want to shoot the Northeast Airgun classic next year as it only a hour from me and I have to say I'm a swell shot . But when I go out I lay prone so I can have my chrono infront of my rifle to record the data in the current weather conditions I am shooting in. But I want a bench. Something portable that will fit my rifle and chrono. The caldwell foldable benches look small. Are there other options? what u all using?

 

[igolfat8]

I would not recommend Caldwell benches. We use them at our indoor range. They are handy and easy to stow away but they are wobbly and the top's length is a bit too short.

 

[Chief Ten-Beers]

Easy to make. 1/2 sheet of Plywood, a set of folding Table legs from Home Depot, "About $30" cut the desired shape screw and Glue it together! It was called a "Booger Bench" years ago but plans are readily available. I made mine so Righty's and Lefty's could use it. Very portable.

 

[ToddGeddes63]

I use a portable folding table made of hard molded plastic with metal legs. I level the table and then use a tripod for the chrony. Most of my shooting is from a tripod sitting on a bucket, or I walk and stock. If you are handy in the shop, you could get a metal leg kit for a folding table and make your own top to suit your needs.

 

[Ranchibi]

I use a Lifetime foldable table from amazon. Light weight and has a soft handle.

 

[Gramps]

I bought one of these and have been very happy with it

 

[nekret]

I bought one of these and have been very happy with it

Bought that same one! love the portability but can be a bit of pain to setup on dirt... i think i may try to add some leveling feet.

 

[dgeesaman]

In my experience anything less than a steel framed or concrete top will move a lot when you rest your arms on the table top.

The portable tables will work but that limitation is always going to be a factor.

 

[Gerry52]

I made my own using an electric piano stand a friend was no longer using. Put a 16"×38" piece of wood I wasn't doing anything with on top & some walnut stain on it just because I had some. The legs are height adjustable so it's easy to level & more solid & stable than I'd thought it would be. You can probably find used piano stands for really cheap. Just an idea to ponder. Took less than 20 minutes to "build". More solid than Caldwell stands I've tried.

 

[Florida_Man]

I started making one out of plywood, synthetic decking board, and a dewalt portable bench.
I thought I had a photo, must be on my other phone.

 

[ThomasT]

So I've been shooting alot of long range. 100+ yards as I want to shoot the Northeast Airgun classic next year as it only a hour from me and I have to say I'm a swell shot . But when I go out I lay prone so I can have my chrono infront of my rifle to record the data in the current weather conditions I am shooting in. But I want a bench. Something portable that will fit my rifle and chrono. The caldwell foldable benches look small. Are there other options? what u all using?

Hello @TonyP

I built this portable Benchrest out of 2-inch square aluminum tube. It has a ½" thick plywood top covered with a marine grade Naugahyde material. I offset the rear wheels to enhance the stance and even though it is portable it is very stable.

ThomasT

 

[Gerry52]

@ThomasT, now THAT is a SOLID bench! Good work!

 

[beerthief]

You could build a table topper . a 2x4 frame with a 1/2 inch plywood top that you clamp down to a picnic table . Or 2x6 frame if you need it a bit higher.

 

[csdilligaf]

Every once and awhile I treat myself to the best. Made by Stukey shooting bench's in Wyoming this thing is solid! Comes apart and easy to carry for as heavy duty as it is. See one and you'll want one.

 

[Joes41]

I just use a 4ft folding table. The legs fold under from the end into the middle and the whole table folds in half and locks. Made out of a thick composite material. It's super sturdy and is small during transport.

 

[maxtrouble]

I use this one. It is very sturdy and not too heavy to carry.

PST-11 - Predator Shooting Table - Portable Benchrest

Standing 30 inches tall and weighing less than 18 pounds, the Predator Shooting Table was designed by shooters. Modeled after a traditional shooting bench rest, the wedge shaped tabletop design provides a comfortable shooting position for either left or right-handed shooters. Once your table is...

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[csdilligaf]

This was my deciding factor.

 

[Dog]

I would not recommend Caldwell benches. We use them at our indoor range. They are handy and easy to stow away but they are wobbly and the top's length is a bit too short.

I like mine...just wish they would sit like a concrete picnic table...