Well folks, Father's Day is upon us, which this year means that I get to pick out something for myself because my wife wants me to have something, even though I just enjoy the time with the family, etc. But, I really would like to get my own little range setup so here is my situation. I have a nice field on our farm with multiple little rises from 50-500ish yards that can all be used to set up for distances from the mouth of this field. The field is about 200 yards from the farmyard though, so I would really like to have a shooting table with seat that matches it that can EASILY be stowed in a corner of the shed or barn, and then thrown in the back of a truck or 6x6 atv and then set up at the field without tools, etc. I obviously want this to also be all the things a decent shooting rest needs to be; stable, adjustable, big enough for spotting scope and ammo. Any suggestions? I'm not opposed to spending a few shekels. I just want it to be on something that will work and last. Thanks.
Shooting Tables
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Ricky Bobby
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Are you sure that you wouldn't be satisfied building one out of treated lumber & just leaving it out there?
This would mean that you could make it as big as you'd like, plus it would always be ready to shoot off of.
Concrete tops are another option for a permanent setup. If you have access to a loader tractor, a heavy shooting table can still be easily moved. Just food for thought.
This would mean that you could make it as big as you'd like, plus it would always be ready to shoot off of.
Concrete tops are another option for a permanent setup. If you have access to a loader tractor, a heavy shooting table can still be easily moved. Just food for thought.
Caldwell® Stable Table® Shooting Bench
$239.99 from Cabelas
Caldwell
Caldwell® Stable Table® Shooting Bench
Integrated shooting table, seat and tripod legs
Padded seat is height-adjustable
Table surface is sturdy, chemical-resistant polymer
Two gun-holding forks are included
Both seat and table pivot around the central shaft
An integrated shooting table, adjustable seat and super-stable tripod legs team to create a comfortable shooting platform. The padded seat is height-adjustable from 16" to 22" to accommodate shooters of varying heights. The 34"L x 23"W table surface is made of sturdy, chemical-resistant polymer with two integrated carry handles. Two gun-holding forks are included, and they fit into the table's carry handles so you have a safe and stable place to clean your rifle at the end of a long day of shooting. Leg adjustments let you keep the table and seat parallel to the horizon, even on terrain that is not flat. Both the seat and table pivot around the central shaft to engage targets at nearly any angle. The reinforced welded-steel frame is strong, stable and easy to set up. It disassembles into seven pieces quickly and easily using the quick-release pin system.
Total weight: 60 lbs.
Maximum user weight capacity: 300 lbs.
I do not own one but have used one at Duane@SSU's Ranch for shooting sage rats. It was very stable.
I would give it a 9 on a scale of 1 to 10.
Nice thing about it is that it only has three legs which are adjustable and will set about any where you put it.
I have a couple of Fold up shooting tables that are good and steady if you the ground is soft enough to make all the legs set solid. They are not as many dollars as the Caldwell. I don't see any labels on them so can not say who made them. I got them at the Old Sportsmen ware hose ( now Wholesale Sports) I Portland Oregon.
But if you set it up on the same spot you could get either one to set very stable with a little shoveling. No Adjustments for seat height or any thing else.
DAB
$239.99 from Cabelas
Caldwell
Caldwell® Stable Table® Shooting Bench
Integrated shooting table, seat and tripod legs
Padded seat is height-adjustable
Table surface is sturdy, chemical-resistant polymer
Two gun-holding forks are included
Both seat and table pivot around the central shaft
An integrated shooting table, adjustable seat and super-stable tripod legs team to create a comfortable shooting platform. The padded seat is height-adjustable from 16" to 22" to accommodate shooters of varying heights. The 34"L x 23"W table surface is made of sturdy, chemical-resistant polymer with two integrated carry handles. Two gun-holding forks are included, and they fit into the table's carry handles so you have a safe and stable place to clean your rifle at the end of a long day of shooting. Leg adjustments let you keep the table and seat parallel to the horizon, even on terrain that is not flat. Both the seat and table pivot around the central shaft to engage targets at nearly any angle. The reinforced welded-steel frame is strong, stable and easy to set up. It disassembles into seven pieces quickly and easily using the quick-release pin system.
Total weight: 60 lbs.
Maximum user weight capacity: 300 lbs.
I do not own one but have used one at Duane@SSU's Ranch for shooting sage rats. It was very stable.
I would give it a 9 on a scale of 1 to 10.
Nice thing about it is that it only has three legs which are adjustable and will set about any where you put it.
I have a couple of Fold up shooting tables that are good and steady if you the ground is soft enough to make all the legs set solid. They are not as many dollars as the Caldwell. I don't see any labels on them so can not say who made them. I got them at the Old Sportsmen ware hose ( now Wholesale Sports) I Portland Oregon.
But if you set it up on the same spot you could get either one to set very stable with a little shoveling. No Adjustments for seat height or any thing else.
DAB
Ricky,
I have had that thought, and I guess its still possible that I go that route. My main hangup on that is that I would like the option of doing some shooting at a few other places for woodchucks, etc. and thought there may be one magic bullet. I know that's probably just a dream though.
I have had that thought, and I guess its still possible that I go that route. My main hangup on that is that I would like the option of doing some shooting at a few other places for woodchucks, etc. and thought there may be one magic bullet. I know that's probably just a dream though.
Ricky Bobby
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I just recently built my 1st permanent shooting table on my place & should have done it a long time ago. It turned out really nice! Very stable & it can accommodate right or left hand shooters. I decided to not build a seat integrated into it, so that you can simply use a stool or seat that will match the shooters height accordingly. Don't have very much cost into it, either. I've also seen some nice plans for homemade, portable shooting tables. I doubt they would be as sturdy as something built off of 6x6 post, though. The heavier the better, in my opinion.
Smokeless
New member
If you are apposed to building a range table out of concrete, Then for something mobile and "steady" I went to the local Mega-lo Mart, and bought a folding table. It is stable enough if you take a small amount of time setting it up and has ample room for two guns and ammo.
All the chair/table combo's are a waste of time and money IMO. Build it as permanent or go with what works with out the gimmicks. Just something to think about.
All the chair/table combo's are a waste of time and money IMO. Build it as permanent or go with what works with out the gimmicks. Just something to think about.
RePete
New member
There's always the "Booger Bench".
Plans are everywhere on the inter-web.
For a hard core PD'er the more expencive swivel benches are allot better, but for the two or three days a year I use mine it works fine.
This one cost me about 35.00 with parts from Home Depot.
Plenty of money left to build a proper concrete bench at the house if you want.
I also bought one of those 5gal buckets with the padded swivel seat. Works great, and carries allot of gear.
Plans are everywhere on the inter-web.
For a hard core PD'er the more expencive swivel benches are allot better, but for the two or three days a year I use mine it works fine.
This one cost me about 35.00 with parts from Home Depot.
Plenty of money left to build a proper concrete bench at the house if you want.
I also bought one of those 5gal buckets with the padded swivel seat. Works great, and carries allot of gear.
huntsman22
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I built mine, too.
huntsman22
New member
Originally Posted By: SmokelessIs that some kind of counter top material on that bench?
scrap of 1 1/4 OSB subflooring, sanded and poly'd....
scrap of 1 1/4 OSB subflooring, sanded and poly'd....
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The Stable Table is very good. I have no regrets at all about buying mine. It stays in my truck at all times under the canopy so I am always ready to shoot. We have two different ranges on our farm so it is nice to be able to move it.
That said, sounds like your situation is the perfect spot for a nice concrete bench. Nothing more stable than that.
That said, sounds like your situation is the perfect spot for a nice concrete bench. Nothing more stable than that.
dan brothers
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huntsman..how are those legs attached
huntsman22
New member
dan, I copied and modified the frame and leg system from these...
click linky.
http://www.shootingbenches.com/
prolly the strongest most stable portable bench out there.
click linky.
http://www.shootingbenches.com/
prolly the strongest most stable portable bench out there.
RePete
New member
Originally Posted By: huntsman22
http://www.shootingbenches.com/
prolly the strongest most stable portable bench out there.
True That ^
My buddy built one similar.
It's definatly more stable than mine.
I'd like to have one like it, but unfortunatly I don't weld, or own a Cowboy hat.
http://www.shootingbenches.com/
prolly the strongest most stable portable bench out there.
True That ^
My buddy built one similar.
It's definatly more stable than mine.
I'd like to have one like it, but unfortunatly I don't weld, or own a Cowboy hat.
OldTurtle
Moderator - Deceased
Too bad you're not closer...I have a fold up San Angelo shooting bench/table that I'm about to put in a garage sale...Nothing wrong with it, just taking up space for the last couple of years..
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/739045/san-angelo-sure-shot-portable-shooting-bench
It folds fairly flat and only weighs about 40 #...
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/739045/san-angelo-sure-shot-portable-shooting-bench
It folds fairly flat and only weighs about 40 #...
huntsman22
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Originally Posted By: RePeteOriginally Posted By: huntsman22
http://www.shootingbenches.com/
prolly the strongest most stable portable bench out there.
True That ^
My buddy built one similar.
It's definatly more stable than mine.
I'd like to have one like it, but unfortunatly I don't weld, or own a Cowboy hat.
You got a credit card and a phone, don'tcha?
cowboy hats and welders are available online.........grin
as are the Stukey benches....all ya gotta do, is dig deep...
http://www.shootingbenches.com/
prolly the strongest most stable portable bench out there.
True That ^
My buddy built one similar.
It's definatly more stable than mine.
I'd like to have one like it, but unfortunatly I don't weld, or own a Cowboy hat.
You got a credit card and a phone, don'tcha?
cowboy hats and welders are available online.........grin
as are the Stukey benches....all ya gotta do, is dig deep...
dan brothers
New member
600.00 for that bench is TOO deep for me...
been thinking how I can make a leg system that would work but not require welding...
been thinking how I can make a leg system that would work but not require welding...
JSD
New member
Big Game Swivel Action Shooting Bench. $130.00 from macks.
If you want to buy one ready made, this has worked well for me. I use bags when I shoot off of this table. I weigh about 240 and it supports me fine. Have used it about a dozen times since the first of the year. I use a stadium pad with the back attached by nylon straps over the regular seat.
If you want to buy one ready made, this has worked well for me. I use bags when I shoot off of this table. I weigh about 240 and it supports me fine. Have used it about a dozen times since the first of the year. I use a stadium pad with the back attached by nylon straps over the regular seat.