FX This is why I have remarked the accuracy of my DRS 600 mm super powerful plenum .22 Cal:

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Good shooting.

It seems you don't want to use a sturdy bench which is fine but....

Emu, one critique and a suggestion, you'd be extremely happy using a nice tripod instead of your current rest system. Also could be used for hunting though the Fat Boy is a bit large for hiking around with.

I love my Fat Boy tripod because it's a high quality unit, and it's astounding how steady it is. Plus you can set the height exactly where you want it or adjust legs for differences in terrain.

One can set a bag on top using the flat adapter plate, or one can attach the gun via a Pic or Arca rail without changing the head because it fits both. Could also rig a RRS clamp up to the base.

I can seriously envision you cutting your groups nearly in half compared to now.

A bonus pic of my latest CPM Magnacut blade, Dawson Nomad knife, just because :)

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steve123 said:
Good shooting.

It seems you don't want to use a sturdy bench which is fine but....

Emu, one critique and a suggestion, you'd be extremely happy using a nice tripod instead of your current rest system. Also could be used for hunting though the Fat Boy is a bit large for hiking around with.

I love my Fat Boy tripod because it's a high quality unit, and it's astounding how steady it is. Plus you can set the height exactly where you want it or adjust legs for differences in terrain.

One can set a bag on top using the flat adapter plate, or one can attach the gun via a Pic or Arca rail without changing the head because it fits both. Could also rig a RRS clamp up to the base.

I can seriously envision you cutting your groups nearly in half compared to now.

A bonus pic of my latest CPM Magnacut blade, Dawson Nomad knife, just because :)

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Thanks a lot !!

I will think about it !!

I just bought a very light one for my camcorder (for those occasions when I can not mount it over the scope).

I can make the support for the rifle really easy and give a try.
 
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The easiest way to explain what is the most beneficial avenue to a "least oscillation free" experience with a tripod is how it dampers movement. For example I have an aluminum Manfotto 055 which I used to think was a pretty good tripod, and was a decent quality unit by older standards. BUT the Fat Boy is so far above it as far as how much weight it can handle, which translates down to sturdyness, thus reduced oscillation, and how it offers a much more steady platform when attached to the gun. It's the quality throughout and the thick carbon fiber legs which is most of the equation.

I was originally going to get a RRS tripod and Anvil 30 head, which is even more stable(slightly so) than the Fat Boy for shooting, but RRS is more than twice the money.

So when attached to gun via Pic rail like in the photo, at the balance point, I can grab the "level head" handle and direct the gun to near perfect POA, then after that there should be hardly any muscling of the gun. Also it's fast, easy, and convenient to change direction for wind. That muscling around torsionally I'm referring to is the problem with many other tripod set ups which is why I bought this one.

Say at 100Y I doubt my wobble zone behind my gun is a 1/8th", if that, so in other words it's almost like a bench rest set up.

These are pricey but at the same time it's a really good value because of what you get for the money. I was glad then, am still now enthused with the product, and that I bought it.

Admittedly I'm not a DIY type of guy, definately knowing my limitations from past experiences, so I spend the money when I can't attain the qauilty I feel I need.
 
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The easiest way to explain what is the most beneficial avenue to a "least oscillation free" experience with a tripod is how it dampers movement. For example I have an aluminum Manfotto 055 which I used to think was a pretty good tripod, and was a decent quality unit by older standards. BUT the Fat Boy is so far above it as far as how much weight it can handle, which translates down to sturdyness, thus reduced oscillation, and how it offers a much more steady platform when attached to the gun. It's the quality throughout and the thick carbon fiber legs which is most of the equation.

I was originally going to get a RRS tripod and Anvil 30 head, which is even more stable(slightly so) than the Fat Boy for shooting, but RRS is more than twice the money.

So when attached to gun via Pic rail like in the photo, at the balance point, I can grab the "level head" handle and direct the gun to near perfect POA, then after that there should be hardly any muscling of the gun. Also it's fast, easy, and convenient to change direction for wind. That muscling around torsionally I'm referring to is the problem with many other tripod set ups which is why I bought this one.

Say at 100Y I doubt my wobble zone behind my gun is a 1/8th", if that, so in other words it's almost like a bench rest set up.

These are pricey but at the same time it's a really good value because of what you get for the money. I was glad then, am still now enthused with the product, and that I bought it.

Admittedly I'm not a DIY type of guy, definately knowing my limitations from past experiences, so I spend the money when I can't attain the qauilty I feel I need.
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Steve , I already made some shooting rested in the tripod. I feel it not as comfortable as the bench rest I made for shooting at night:

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The central leg is useful to set the hight. After that setting you lock the four legs and it is super solid.
 
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