Adjustable Front Bench Rests

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Hey folks. I'll be dabbling into the 'benchrest' game in the near future and wanted to know what you guys are using for your front rests? I've got a benchrest rifle being built (SML) and I'm gonna need a good front rest within the next few months. I've performed quite a few searches and found some pretty nice equipment….and some of the price tags are pretty impressive, too! WOW!
Also, this thread quite possibly could turn into "sell/buy" situation if one of you have a good rest that you want to let go of (shoot me a PM). I realize you get what you pay for…..especially in this particular 'arena', but I'm not looking to go broke simply testing the waters in the benchrest scene either. Let's hear it…
 
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Sorry sir, but you are entering into a sport where cheap or mediocre does not exist…if you want to be competitive. Lol. Yep, ALL that benchrest stuff is expensive. Wish I knew you were going to build a rifle and such since I have a couple of friends getting out of the game and have rifles and etc for sale. Anyway, good luck and have fun.
 
Sorry sir, but you are entering into a sport where cheap or mediocre does not exist…if you want to be competitive.
Oh, I found that out VERY quickly.
Wish I knew you were going to build a rifle and such since I have a couple of friends getting out of the game and have rifles and etc for sale. Anyway, good luck and have fun.
Thank you, Sir! I would be looking at decent "used" components……none of that Caldwell stuff, etc for my application. 😇
 
front rests...
1) seb neo
2) farley
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My son shooting one of our 6mmDashers at the VBR 850-1000 match at Ridgeway PA, and your right, nothing is cheap if you truly want to compete 1st class.
 
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My son shooting one of our 6mmDashers at the VBR 850-1000 match at Ridgeway PA, and your right, nothing is cheap if you truly want to compete 1st class.
Frank.... you are correct.....
sure they cost alot.... I,m no millionaire.... but I want what I pay for.....
therefore my 2 suggestions....
cry once...... smile there after......
 
Shoot me a email: [email protected] if you are in the USA.
All rests do have a waiting list


NEO-X has replaced the Standard and the Special Edition NEO Rests. Pics are on the SEB-USA site
The NEO-X


Every NEO-X will come with the 2-piece "L" shaped front bag that is adjustable for width.

NEO-X Color Options: High Polish/Raw, Black, Red, and Blue
NEO-X Two-Tone Color Options: Black with Blue oval unit, Black with Red oval unit or Black with Orange oval unit
Other front bag systems are available for an additional price.
3-Piece Bag with Delrin Bottom & Teflon Sides
1 Piece front bags: 2.25", 3", and 4"
1 Piece 5" or 6" front bags
2-Piece "L" Shaped front bag set
NEO-X Set of 3 F-Class Feet (Aluminum)

The NEO-X will be able to handle up to a 6" wide forend. It can handle guns up to 25 pounds without needing a counter-weight. It will come with a soft carry-case.

It will come with the standard length joystick (14"), and extension pieces (3" or 6" or 9") and extra short joystick will also be available on request. Weight is approximately 18 pounds (lighter than the NEO).

The base can be set with the single leg in the front toward the target or at shooter's side. The top can rotate 360 degrees and can be locked securely in a second from both sides. The elevation control can be set on the left-hand side and the single leg in the front (option #1) or at the right-hand side for the left-handed shooter (option #2) under request.

Anyone who is on the NEO list, will automatically be moved over to the NEO-X waiting list, when the change takes place.

You will not lose your place in line.
If you are on Facebook, Seb has shared some pictures already. I have been updating the SEB-USA website with some pictures.

NEO-X Videos from Sebastian:




F-Class John Unboxing and Testing The NEO-X



https://youtu.be/bBZfK9b1Vdk

https://youtu.be/TzkxxGYkfP4

The Standard NEO will be made upon request for a limited time. $1295 Shipped
The Special Edition NEO is completely phased out.
The NEO will be produced for a time until demand becomes low.



Video Reviews of MINI-X by Keith Glascock
MINI-X (Mini Base with a 4" NEO Top) W/Case
Weight 12 pounds with sand
With modified NEO top (taller side bag and side tension, radiused edges).
3-Piece F-Class front bag
The new U-Stop forend stopper.

All MINI-X's come with the 3-piece F-Class front bag, the new U-Stop (forend stopper), and the joystick.

NOTE:
The 3-piece F-Class front bag (with low spot in the center) on your rest may not be legal to use in registered NBRSA short range Benchrest competition. This discipline requires your stock to have 100 % contact with the top portion of the bag, thus the front bag must be flat.

Integral adjustable/pivotal ankle.
Available Colors:
blue, red, green, black, purple, bronze or raw color


MINI-X6 (Mini Base with a 6" NEO Top) W/Case Weight 12.5 pounds with sand.

MINI-X8 (Mini Base with an 8" NEO Top) Weight 13 pounds with sand.



Standard MINI with Carry Case-


All MAX's comes with a 3-piece front bag and the new U-Stop forend stopper.

The MAX Rest will have two options on the base:

"Standard" powder coated base from cast aluminum

"Special Edition" High polished base-aircraft grade alum alloy


JOYPOD-X

It comes in a carry case, with a joystick, one picatinny rail adapter that works with a Freeland rail or Anschutz rail, and the improved ski-feet. The JOYPOD-X weighs 19.2 ounces.

Available Colors:
blue, red, green, black, purple, bronze or raw color
 
I do not take deposits or any money down to get on a waiting list(s).
Wait time is typically in the 7-11 month time frame.
Yes, that is a long wait, but you have not put any funds into it, and if you change your mind when it becomes available...No Harm/No Foul.
I just contact the person below you on the waiting list.
 
Hey folks. I'll be dabbling into the 'benchrest' game in the near future and wanted to know what you guys are using for your front rests? I've got a benchrest rifle being built (SML) and I'm gonna need a good front rest within the next few months. I've performed quite a few searches and found some pretty nice equipment….and some of the price tags are pretty impressive, too! WOW!
Also, this thread quite possibly could turn into "sell/buy" situation if one of you have a good rest that you want to let go of (shoot me a PM). I realize you get what you pay for…..especially in this particular 'arena', but I'm not looking to go broke simply testing the waters in the benchrest scene either. Let's hear it…

Be vigilant on Accurate Shooter's classified section. High quality rests will go extremely quick, and sometimes at a equal price or a higher cost than a new one.

My stuff is pricey and there is a wait time.
I do have rear bags in stock.

Good luck and enjoy your new shooting discipline.
Here are some links to some other front rests:
 

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