best way to test loads on a rifle

[Exodus343]

I am wondering what is the best way to test reloads on a precision rig?
bipod, sandbags, shooting rest etc etc

which gave you guys the best accuracy and stability?

 

[Pinecone]

I use bipod with rear bag. Just like I shoot when not testing loads.

 

[damoncali]

I use a bench rest with front and rear sand bags. One of those flat stock add-ons that sinclair makes helps a lot to keep things stable.

 

[milo 2.0]

Common sense says the more stable the platform, the better the results. If that means heavy front rest and rear bag, do it. I'd bet because of a pulled shot or 2, or a slight gust of wind, most of us have walked away from a handful of "Loads of a Lifetime".

That said. I use a front rest for hunting guns, bipod for the rest of them.

 

[Clark]

I use bipod with rear bag. Just like I shoot when not testing loads.

+1

 

[thrusty]

Bipod and rear bag are good enough for my needs. I use what I typically shoot with...though, I do use a bench and then try prone as well.

 

[Exodus343]

thanks for the replies, now to add another question
is it ideal to test loads on the bench or on prone?

I too also use a harris with a rear sand bag, and can anyone recommend a GOOD rear bag?

 

[MJY65]

Bagged front and rear for load testing. Bipod/bag for most other shooting.

 

[milo 2.0]

I too also use a harris with a rear sand bag, and can anyone recommend a GOOD rear bag?

For the coin, these work well, you can buy 3 for the price of one Edgewood.

::: SEB ( Coaxial Front ) REST :::

 

[Brux]

I bag the front and rear when testing loads.

 

[sermonator]

Lead Sled with bags. It removes even the slightest possibility of your anticipation of recoil and most of the influence of your body. You can almost just touch the rifle at the trigger.

 

[Graham]

Lead Sled with bags. It removes even the slightest possibility of your anticipation of recoil and most of the influence of your body. You can almost just touch the rifle at the trigger.

LOL! If you read this quickly you almost miss the sarcasm.