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I know this has been dealt with in past threads. Hell, I'm pretty sure I even asked this before, but I couldn't find anything with the SEARCH function.

Regulating a double rifle. How do you steady the weapon to ensure a straight, honest shot? I don't think you can even use a typical sandbag on a vise bench gizmo, so what do you need, and/or what do you need to do?

Sorry if this has been answered already a thousand times.

I think it is a good idea use a standing rest to regulate a double rifle or light sporter. One should try to replicate a hunting shot as best as possible. I have had many rifles group differently and shoot to a different zero if benched.

I constructed a portable table with an adjustable wooden crossbar to support my left wrist. It is best to find a comfortable offhand position, and have the rest brought up to your position. The upright position is certainly of benefit with a heavy.

Pick up this DVD from Holland and Holland.
http://www.gunmakersrow.co.uk/

They show the use of a standing rest to regulate a double rifle. Very informative through out.

Pete

Thanks very much, guys

Standing is not just more comfortable, it better duplicates the "barrel rise" in recoil, ultimately for shot placement. I have seen one or two guns that varied point of impact between holding the forend or resting it on ANYTHING. Steve

Bench rest and double rifle don't seem to go together. For sure, ALWAYS make sure the rifle is resting on your hand, even under a bag. I know you're looking for accuracy from a bench for load development, but it's not the way you'll hunt. Once you've found a 'possible' load go sitting like off x-sticks (again hand under forend) and seen what you can duplicate. Or try standing with hand between 2x4 and rifle - I prefer sitting.
Another note, I've found and learned that the Best makers took the time to regulate doubles to give good groups, lets say 2" at 50 yds. While a lot of other makers seemed to be content with a group that's double in size - no matter what you try as a load. No different than today, time vs $ in a building a firearm.