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Caldwell Lead Sled DFT 3 Professional Shooting Rest with Advanced Recoil Mitigation
The Caldwell Lead Sled DFT 3 (p/n 1217425) is a highly durable and adaptable shooting platform engineered to deliver recoil reduction of up to 95%. This makes it an essential tool for precision ballistics testing, scope zeroing, and metallic as well as semimetallic ammunition reloading processes. Its robust construction and ergonomic design cater to competitive marksmen, reloaders, and firearms enthusiasts who demand consistent shot placement and recoil management during intensive range sessions.
Premium Features and Technical Specifications
- Dual Sliding Frame Architecture: The adjustable length ranges from 58 to 76 cm, accommodating a wide variety of firearms including bolt-action rifles, shotguns, lever-action carbines, and rifles equipped with detachable box magazines. This versatility supports diverse calibers and action types commonly used in precision shooting and reload testing.
- Weighted Tray System: Designed to accept standard gym weight plates, lead sandbags, or weighted bars up to 45 kg, providing superior stability and recoil absorption. This feature is critical for maintaining firearm alignment and minimizing muzzle rise during high-caliber or rapid-fire sequences.
- Micrometer-Grade Front Elevation Adjustment: Incorporates precision ball bearings and a backlash-free windage mechanism, enabling fine-tuned elevation and lateral adjustments. This ensures sub-MOA accuracy essential for zeroing optics and verifying ballistic performance of reloaded ammunition.
- Firearm Protection and Vibration Dampening: Equipped with padded contact points on the buttstock and fore-end areas, combined with an anti-vibration rear platform. These elements safeguard firearm finishes and reduce harmonic vibrations that could affect shot consistency.
- Compact Dimensions and Optimal Weight: Weighing approximately 8.6 kg, with a width of 31 cm, length adjustable between 58 and 76 cm, and height ranging from 30 to 36 cm. These dimensions provide a stable shooting base while maintaining portability for field or range deployment.
Step-by-Step Operational Guide
- Inventory Check: Confirm all components are present, including the weighted tray, adjustable feet, cradle assembly, sliding rails, fasteners, and assembly tools.
- Base and Tray Assembly: Secure the feet and weighted tray to the main frame using the supplied screws and nuts, ensuring a rigid and level platform.
- Cradle Installation: Mount the cradle onto the sliding rails, adjusting tension with the rotary levers to achieve smooth but stable firearm support.
- Firearm Placement: Position the rifle or shotgun securely within the cradle, then add weight to the tray to counteract recoil forces effectively.
- Elevation and Windage Calibration: Utilize the micrometer adjustment wheel and knob to align the point of impact precisely with the target reticle, facilitating accurate zeroing of scopes or iron sights.
- Controlled Firing Procedure: Conduct shots with the firearm resting firmly in the sled; after each discharge, reassess and adjust settings as necessary to maintain consistent grouping.
- Disassembly and Storage: Remove weights, detach the cradle and tray components, and store the unit compactly for transport or safekeeping.
Key Advantages for Precision Shooters and Reloaders
- Exceptional recoil reduction capability of up to 95%, significantly enhancing shooter comfort and follow-up shot speed.
- Universal compatibility with a broad spectrum of rifle and shotgun platforms, including semiautomatic and manual actions.
- High-resolution adjustment mechanisms enabling millimeter-level precision necessary for ballistic testing and load development.
- Customizable weight tray accommodating various mass-loading options to tailor recoil mitigation to specific calibers and firearm weights.
- Protective padding and vibration isolation features that preserve firearm integrity and improve shot-to-shot consistency.
Conclusion
The Caldwell Lead Sled DFT 3 stands as a top-tier solution for marksmen and reloaders seeking unparalleled stability and precision in their shooting platforms. Its modular design, rugged build quality, and advanced recoil absorption capabilities make it indispensable for zeroing optics, conducting meticulous ballistic evaluations, and performing high-volume reloading sessions with metallic and semimetallic cartridges. Investing in this professional-grade rest ensures enhanced accuracy, reduced shooter fatigue, and optimized ammunition performance validation.
Lead Sled DFT 3 Shooting Rest Bench for Precision Reloading and Hunting
1217425
Caldwell Lead Sled DFT 3 Professional Shooting Rest with Advanced Recoil Mitigation
The Caldwell Lead Sled DFT 3 (p/n 1217425) is a highly durable and adaptable shooting platform engineered to deliver recoil reduction of up to 95%. This makes it an essential tool for precision ballistics testing, scope zeroing, and metallic as well as semimetallic ammunition reloading processes. Its robust construction and ergonomic design cater to competitive marksmen, reloaders, and firearms enthusiasts who demand consistent shot placement and recoil management during intensive range sessions.
Premium Features and Technical Specifications
- Dual Sliding Frame Architecture: The adjustable length ranges from 58 to 76 cm, accommodating a wide variety of firearms including bolt-action rifles, shotguns, lever-action carbines, and rifles equipped with detachable box magazines. This versatility supports diverse calibers and action types commonly used in precision shooting and reload testing.
- Weighted Tray System: Designed to accept standard gym weight plates, lead sandbags, or weighted bars up to 45 kg, providing superior stability and recoil absorption. This feature is critical for maintaining firearm alignment and minimizing muzzle rise during high-caliber or rapid-fire sequences.
- Micrometer-Grade Front Elevation Adjustment: Incorporates precision ball bearings and a backlash-free windage mechanism, enabling fine-tuned elevation and lateral adjustments. This ensures sub-MOA accuracy essential for zeroing optics and verifying ballistic performance of reloaded ammunition.
- Firearm Protection and Vibration Dampening: Equipped with padded contact points on the buttstock and fore-end areas, combined with an anti-vibration rear platform. These elements safeguard firearm finishes and reduce harmonic vibrations that could affect shot consistency.
- Compact Dimensions and Optimal Weight: Weighing approximately 8.6 kg, with a width of 31 cm, length adjustable between 58 and 76 cm, and height ranging from 30 to 36 cm. These dimensions provide a stable shooting base while maintaining portability for field or range deployment.
Step-by-Step Operational Guide
- Inventory Check: Confirm all components are present, including the weighted tray, adjustable feet, cradle assembly, sliding rails, fasteners, and assembly tools.
- Base and Tray Assembly: Secure the feet and weighted tray to the main frame using the supplied screws and nuts, ensuring a rigid and level platform.
- Cradle Installation: Mount the cradle onto the sliding rails, adjusting tension with the rotary levers to achieve smooth but stable firearm support.
- Firearm Placement: Position the rifle or shotgun securely within the cradle, then add weight to the tray to counteract recoil forces effectively.
- Elevation and Windage Calibration: Utilize the micrometer adjustment wheel and knob to align the point of impact precisely with the target reticle, facilitating accurate zeroing of scopes or iron sights.
- Controlled Firing Procedure: Conduct shots with the firearm resting firmly in the sled; after each discharge, reassess and adjust settings as necessary to maintain consistent grouping.
- Disassembly and Storage: Remove weights, detach the cradle and tray components, and store the unit compactly for transport or safekeeping.
Key Advantages for Precision Shooters and Reloaders
- Exceptional recoil reduction capability of up to 95%, significantly enhancing shooter comfort and follow-up shot speed.
- Universal compatibility with a broad spectrum of rifle and shotgun platforms, including semiautomatic and manual actions.
- High-resolution adjustment mechanisms enabling millimeter-level precision necessary for ballistic testing and load development.
- Customizable weight tray accommodating various mass-loading options to tailor recoil mitigation to specific calibers and firearm weights.
- Protective padding and vibration isolation features that preserve firearm integrity and improve shot-to-shot consistency.
Conclusion
The Caldwell Lead Sled DFT 3 stands as a top-tier solution for marksmen and reloaders seeking unparalleled stability and precision in their shooting platforms. Its modular design, rugged build quality, and advanced recoil absorption capabilities make it indispensable for zeroing optics, conducting meticulous ballistic evaluations, and performing high-volume reloading sessions with metallic and semimetallic cartridges. Investing in this professional-grade rest ensures enhanced accuracy, reduced shooter fatigue, and optimized ammunition performance validation.
€300.78
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One of the most popular shooting rests in the Caldwell Lead Sled® family, the Lead Sled DFT features sturdy dual frame construction that can handle the biggest magnum rifles. The new improved frame design retains the original dual tubes but relocates them under the weight tray for improved clearance for detachable magazines, pistol grips, or lever actions. The frame includes a sliding design with 6 of length adjustment for a perfect fit on nearly any stock length. The benchrest style front rest features a smooth ball-bearing elevation adjustment and precise backlash-free windage adjustment. An all-weather skeletonized rubber front rest bag and rear support with a shock-eliminating recoil pad protect the firearm and scope from damage. The adjustable weight tray holds a variety of weight materials including Lead Sled Weight Reservoir Bags, lead shot, or 35 lb. barbell weights. Sight in with bench rest accuracy without the kick and Eliminate The Variables That Make You Miss® with the Caldwell Lead Sled DFT 3.?
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