Shooting Rest - Lead Sled?

[BryanP]

I wasn't sure if this belonged here or in the long guns section, but what the heck.

I've been looking at getting an inexpensive shooting rest, primarily for sighting in rifles, but also for introducing some recoil-shy people to rifles. Has anyone here used this one? I was looking at it since it looks like it would work well with my AR, Mini14, AK etc..

Caldwell Lead Sled Solo Recoil Reducing Shooting Rest 101777 FREE S&H 101-777. Caldwell Shooting Accessories.

Caldwell Lead Sled Solo

[Chris]

I like the lead sled, very helpful tool. Makes sighting in my 45/70 a much less painful experience.

[mikegideon]

Can't beat caldwell's products. I have a Lead Sled DFT. I use mine for sighting in just about any rifle that has recoil. Never had to use more than two bags of shot.

Haven't tried the solo. You can't rent a standard lead sled at Stones river if you don't have any experience with them

[BryanP]

I didn't know they rented them. I'll have to check that out. Thanks.

[mikegideon]

You may have to take your own shot bags. i bought mine at bass pro

[BryanP]

I may just fill the tray with boxes / bags of ammo for now. I just want to try one.

[mikegideon]

The rest by itself will eat some recoil, especially my DFT.

[Westwindmike]

I read of some broken stocks on heavy recoiling rifles being caused by the Sled.

[mikegideon]

I read of some broken stocks on heavy recoiling rifles being caused by the Sled.

Oh yea. Haven't heard of any broken stocks, but watch your lower sling swivel. If it is against the metal part of the sled, it could shear it off. I haven't had a problem with my rifles, but it's something to watch