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WHAT TO BUY

FOR BENCHREST

2018 may be the year when you decide to start shooting Bench-rest. Remember that
many of the concepts from prone shooting still apply—good technique and trigger
release, breathing and rhythm, as well as building a solid body position behind the rifle,
and the list goes on.

One of the major differences will be adjusting to the concept of sitting down, and looking
through a telescopic sight to sight your target. I can guarantee that looking through a
scope seems simple, however there is far more to it—head/eye position is crucial.

What else will you need—of course a good rifle that allows a scope to be mounted.

Then there is the matter of the front support bench. There are many to choose from,
and I’ve shown a few here… prices are approximate, and do not include any freight.

$85 $170 $1195 $200
You can spend serious money on a bench stand, or start with the sub $200 versions.

A bag at the butt end of the rifle is also need, although they seem to be
more reasonable in price at approximately $200 or less.

The next expense is a scope, and again, the prices
range from $250-$3000 or more.

Best advice—
TALK TO A EXPERIENCED “BENCHIE” ABOUT THEIR GEAR.

Where to find all the goodies needed—try these websites.
http://westernfirearms.com.au/ brtshooterssupply.com.au/
Warren Potent
2014 World Champion
http://www.targetriflesa.com/shop.html
2014 Commonwealth Champion
Warren uses Eley Tenex Ammunition

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