The Caldwell set of shooting rest bags is a pretty good set, and priced well. I have used the bags for rifle and handgun. The bags provide a good stable platform/rest from which to zero in your sights, or test some new ammunition loads, etc.
The bags are filled with polishing media (I suspect it is corn cob media from the bit I've seen) - not sand. The bags are plenty heavy, but not horribly heavy (they would be if they were sand filled). The front bag is good sized, almost a cubic foot (give or take). The rear rest could be a tad larger, but works okay. Depending on your stock or other configuration, you might need to elevate it with something else.
Stability is very good. The bag stays put and gives you a firm rest. The texture of the suede-like top provides a nice grip on the forestock of a rifle or the lower frame of a handgun. The two bags can be attached together via a plastic snap-hook and D-ring, which makes carrying them easier.
This set is light enough and small enough to toss in the car when you visit the range, and it will do the job well. Can be easily refilled (or emptied) so you can adjust it to your preference. And if you remove some of the filling - use it in your tumbler!
Nice product, very accurate shots on my AR15 at 50 yards. The rear bag is sorta small and works alright but really enjoy the big front bag. The product is filled with sand since everybody keeps asking.
Pros:
1. It is so handy to carry around relatively lightweight gun supports rather than sandbags (literally) that weigh a ton (not literally).
2. These two "bags" fit nicely in my carryall case that also holds cleaning materials, bullets, shooting glasses, hearing protection, etc.
3. I use both units to shoot my rifle. I also use the larger unit to bench fire pistols.
Con:
1. Obviously, they don't conform perfectly with every rifle stock/forearm dimension you run into ... so be prepared to plump them up or add a towel or other supplement to fit your particular firearm.
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 16.1 x 12.56 x 7.28 inches |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 5.23 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 11 x 10 x 7 inches |
| Item Weight | 1 Kilograms |
| Brand Name | Caldwell |
| Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Model Name | 939333 |
| Color | Green/Black |
| Material | Nylon |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Battenfeld |
| Part Number | 939333 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| Style | Filled |
| Included Components | Shooting Rests DeadShot Combo Filled |
| Outer Material | Polyester |
| Fill Material Type | Polyester |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
