What’s the best type of rifle stand. Wood,fiberglass, metal or plastic? Looking at something big enough for two people.
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Originally posted by 8pointer View PostYou get what you pay for. Fiberglass and metal blinds will last a very long time. You could make some really good wood blinds cheap and have them last a while. Easy to replace when needed.
I recommend at least a 4’x6’ for 2 people.
Although the way I build them, even wood ones aren't all that cheap I think I have roughly $750 in mine that I built last month. I do believe I'll bite the bullet next time and either buy a Krivoman, a Dillon, or pay my old boss to build a metal stand and be done with it for the next 15-20 years
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I made some in 2000 using 2x2 frame and 3/8" plywood for the sides and 1/2 Ply wood for the roof. It is an open window design and set in the outdoors year round. It finally fell apart this summer during a storm. I only painted one time, right when I built them. So 17 years is not a bad run for a plywood blind. I would imagine they would have lasted longer with better maintenance
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Let your pocket book be your guide. I have built a lot of blinds and when I used the cheaper material it wouldn't last. The last two I have built on one I used left over metal siding to skin it with and the other smart board. I imagine both will be around a long time. Both are 6X8 and easily will hunt two to three. If I had more money than time I would buy a fiberglass stand but I'm just too tight with my money.
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I have some very old wood blinds that are warm and dry
But the wood ain’t cheap. However if you paint them occasionally and put proper roof, they will last. I tar papered and shingled mine. I painted my plywood inside and out with “oops “ outdoor paint. several coats before I put the stand together
But my krivoman is nice. During the rain saturday pm I was comfortable. Plenty big for two
Easy to move and raise off the ground.Last edited by Big pig; 10-22-2018, 06:36 AM.
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Originally posted by 8pointer View PostYou get what you pay for. Fiberglass and metal blinds will last a very long time. You could make some really good wood blinds cheap and have them last a while. Easy to replace when needed.
I recommend at least a 4’x6’ for 2 people.
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