I ain't no bag squeezer

[Dimner]

For some reason, I figured that thread title sounded funny.

So I need help figuring out what rear bag to get for a guy who is not a bag squeezer. Although, I guess I could learn to squeeze if it gave me the best results. But I have a feeling that if I can get the rifle to sit perfectly at POA without squeezing, I would be better off.

Let's take a step back. I am newer to this discipline. My shooting is basically load development mostly, and shooting at 200-300 yards to learn how to read the wind. This is from a firm bench. I am currently using a Bell and Carlson M40 style stock. 7x57 mauser is my current cartridge of choice. Not interested in magnums. Not sure if recoil is a factor in a bag choice.

My next build is important to take in consideration. I will be probably getting a 30BR or 6mmBR, or a 6.5 Grendel and building it on a stock that can track well at local causal fun competitions as well as work well prone in a field for 600+ yard shooting. I have not chosen the stock yet. It won't be a full fledged benchrest stock, but I think I may go with a butt that is not angled.

I do not shoot free recoil, however I check weld and shoulder with a light touch. I'm using the Caldwell BR front rest.

Is it possible to find a rear bag that will work for both needs? If so, what kind should I be looking at?

 

[SKWERLZ]

And adjustable bag rider or bag Jack?

4AW V3 Adjustable Bag Base (Right Hand Shooter)

Sideways adjustable unit, extra sideways adjusting knob and bonded rubber screw in feet and the 2 foam pads. This unit has both elevation and windage adjustment and bonded rubber screw in feet. Minimum frame height 22mm with 22mm in height adjustment. Maximum rigid based bag dimensions 220mm x...

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I run one of these for my Redneck ELR rifle.

Adjustable Bag Rider - Home

Adjustable Bag Rider by Long Shot Precision

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If your front test is adjustable then just run a bunny ear bag or precision underground bag.

 

[6Creed73]

If you don't want to squeeze, then your front rest should have the capability to make elevation changes. I do both, if I'm at a range with a bench, I use a front rest with elevation and windage adjustment with a rabbit ear bag. If I'm prone with a bipod, I use a squeeze bag (actually a sock with rice)

 

[Dimner]

Is there a specific type of rabbit ear bag I should be looking at that will work with angled rear stocks and flat rear stocks? my front rest is adjustable for elevation.

Here are the two profiles I mean:

 

[JFrank]

Try these guys

Deluxe Bumble Bee Rear Bag

The Deluxe Bumble Bee Rear Bag is a great all around rear bag designed to shoot ranges from 200 yards to 1,000 yards. It is 4" tall to the bottom of the ears and slopes slightly downward toward the eagle. The bag has a bottom comprised of 3 layers of stiff leather with an integral doughnut that...

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[6Creed73]

I use this one and really like it. The ears are big enough that you can squeeze them if you need to, although not as easily as a squeeze bag. I've used it with all kinds of stocks with no issue.

 

[Dimner]

Thanks everyone, I went with the 14B. We will see how it works. I'm very optimistic. I also purchased one of the elbow pillows, I think that is going to help me alot. I have been having a much harding time holding the rifle consistently with the front rest being higher up. This will give me some where to put my chicken wing.

 

[ebb]

Think of it as a breast that if squeezed properly will create the best long range group of your life.

 

[jonbearman]

Use some baby powder on plain leather to lubricate the channel to allow the rifle to not stick to the stock.

 

[markT]

When "doggin" ( not what your Brits think!) with easily adjustable front rest "squzzin" aint needed..

 

[Topstrap]

If you can do the squeeze EXACTLY the same everything it'll work. Very few can so a solid rear support and an adjustable will hide the mistakes. All our shooting is longrange and those slight inconsistencies will show up.

Topstrap

 

[Gary in MD]

A man has to know how to handle his own bag

 

[Kracken McGraw]

Thanks everyone, I went with the 14B. We will see how it works. I'm very optimistic. I also purchased one of the elbow pillows, I think that is going to help me alot. I have been having a much harding time holding the rifle consistently with the front rest being higher up. This will give me some where to put my chicken wing.

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Your other elbow will be ordering a pillow soon too.

 

[Dimner]

Your other elbow will be ordering a pillow soon too.

for my left arm? hmm. I usually just keep my left arm flat on the bench not touching any of the setup. Is this not a normal method?

 

[Kracken McGraw]

for my left arm? hmm. I usually just keep my left arm flat on the bench not touching any of the setup. Is this not a normal method?

I have no idea if it’s normal or not but it will balance your left arm with your right arm. It will be more comfortable and you can squeeze the bag if you want to.