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Caldwell Rock 2 Front Shooting Rest with DeadShot Air Rear Bag
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SKU: WX2*0750525
Overview
Built for bench work, this shooting rest provides a stable platform for sighting in and refining rifle accuracy. Its heavy iron base and wide 3-point stance are designed to reduce flex and movement, while the windage and elevation adjustments allow for precise, repeatable changes at the bench. The molded DeadShot Air front bag accommodates a wide range of stock shapes and includes clearance for sling swivel studs, and the included rear bag offers four height options. For shooters who want a solid setup that is also easier to move and store, the rear bag attaches directly to the frame for transport.
Why Hunters Choose the Caldwell
Heavy Iron
Base and steady 3-point stance
Precise Windage
Adjustment offers 1/2-inch range and
Large Elevation
Wheel provides 2 inches of
Molded Deadshot
Air front bag fits nearly
Included Deadshot
Air rear bag adds four
Key Features
- Heavy iron base with a steady 3-point stance helps reduce flexing and movement at the bench.
- Windage adjustment offers a 1/2 inch range for precise target alignment.
- Large elevation wheel provides a 2 inch elevation range for repeatable adjustments.
- Molded DeadShot Air front bag fits nearly all stock shapes and clears sling swivel studs.
- Three spiked metal feet with removable rubber pads help level the rest on benchtops.
- Includes a DeadShot Air molded rear bag with four adjustable height options and frame storage.
Best Used For
- Bench shooters building a stable setup for precise rifle zeroing and load development.
- Hunters who want repeatable windage and elevation adjustments at the range.
- Shooters using rifles with varied stock shapes or sling swivel studs.
- Range users who value easy leveling on different benchtops and transport-friendly storage.
- Anyone needing a front rest and rear bag combination for supported bench shooting.
Specifications
| All Weather | Yes |
|---|---|
| Elevation Adjustment Range | 2 inch |
| Elevation Travel At 100 Yards | Over 300 inches |
| Feet | 3 spiked metal feet with removable rubber pads |
| Flex Reduction | Eliminates flexing and movement |
| Front Bag | DeadShot Air molded front bag |
| Front Bag Compatibility | Fits nearly all stock shapes |
| Heavy Iron Base | Yes |
| Leveling | Easy leveling on any benchtop |
| Rear Bag | DeadShot Air molded rear bag |
| Rear Bag Height Options | 4 adjustable height options |
| Rear Bag Storage | Attaches to the frame of the front rest for storage and transport |
| Sling Swivel Stud Clearance | Yes |
| Stance | 3-point stance |
| Windage Adjustment Range | 1/2 inch |
| Windage Travel At 100 Yards | Over 75 inches |
Pros
- Heavy iron base and steady 3-point stance help reduce flex and movement at the bench.
- Precise windage adjustment offers 1/2-inch range and over 75 inches of travel at 100 yards.
- Large elevation wheel provides 2 inches of adjustment and over 300 inches of travel at 100 yards.
- Molded DeadShot Air front bag fits nearly all stock shapes and clears sling swivel studs.
- Included DeadShot Air rear bag adds four height options and stores on the front rest frame.
- Three spiked metal feet with removable rubber pads support leveling on different benchtops.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The Rock 2 is a bench rest setup, so it adds stability and adjustment at the range rather than portability for field use.
- The included front bag is described as fitting a wide range of stock profiles, but fit will still depend on the specific stock shape and sling swivel stud placement.
- The rear bag stores on the front rest frame for transport, which is convenient, but it also means this is a more bench-oriented system than a compact standalone bag setup.
- Windage and elevation adjustments are built for repeatable bench work, but they are not a substitute for rifle setup or load development outside the rest itself.
Suggested Comparisons
- Bench shooting rest
- Front rest with rear bag
- Rifle sight-in support
- Shooting bench accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Front shooting rest
- Rear shooting bag
- Benchrest shooting mat
- Shooting bench bag
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes with the Caldwell Rock 2 setup?
The package includes the Rock 2 front shooting rest and a DeadShot Air molded rear bag. The front rest also uses an all-weather DeadShot Air front bag.
Will this rest work with different rifle stock shapes?
The product description says the molded DeadShot Air front bag fits nearly all stock shapes and a wide range of stock profiles.
How adjustable is the Rock 2 for sighting in at the bench?
It includes precise windage and elevation adjustments. The listed windage adjustment has a 1/2 inch range, and the large elevation wheel has a 2 inch elevation range.
Does the rear bag store with the rest for transport?
Yes. The DeadShot Air molded rear bag attaches to the frame of the front rest for storage and transport.
Can it be leveled on different bench surfaces?
Yes. It has 3 spiked metal feet with removable rubber pads for leveling on a benchtop.