Handy portable bench-rest shooting table

[Rod4277]

I just decided I couldn’t go without a shooting bench any longer. After looking at all the available portable shooting bench options I decided to build one based on a Rockwell Jaw Horse RK9000. I already have one and it’s a very handy item to have in my “bag of tricks”. You can often find them on sale for about $160. I used a piece of 1 inch thick industrial countertop that’s been lying around my garage for a long time. You could easily substitute a piece of MDF or plywood. The only thing else that is needed is a couple scrap pieces of 2 X 4 lumber. I used Kreg tool fasteners for blind fastening the 2 X 4’s to keep the shooting surface clean. The overall dimensions of the shooting table are 24” X 45” to accommodate larger rifles. The weight of the Jaw Horse is 43# + table 31# making the total weight 74 pounds. The weight and tripod stance of the Jaw Horse makes for an extremely stable shooting platform. See the attached pictures. Scroll down to see second picture. Others available on request.
I'd be interested in your comments!
Have a great day!
Rod
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[Core Sound]

Fine looking bench.The weight will help steady it during use.

 

[Nanook]

I like it, nice job. I've been looking on and off for some time for a shooting bench. Most of them will break the bank.

This seems like a decent option. What do you use for a seat?

 

[doubleh]

Looks good. I did about the same thing but used the original Black & Decker Workmate for the support. It's a pretty handy gadget.

 

[Rod4277]

Thanks for all your comments!

Nanook, I searched for a good shooting seat and ordered the one on Stukeys Sturdy shooting benches at http://shootingbenches.com/order.htm its a little pricy considering the shipping charges. But I couldn't find anything I liked any better. I also couldn't find a source with lower shipping. There is another one out there by Gribraltar that has a motor cycle shaped seat in tended for musicians too. As a matter of taste I like the round seat. See the attached picture.

.. Rod