Description
The Caldwell DeadShot Combo pairs an oversized front bag with a matching rear bag to build a stable two-point rest for sighting in, load testing, or just tightening up your groups off the bench. The front bag runs about 10 inches wide by 8.5 inches high by 6 inches deep and is one of the largest front bags in its class, giving your forend a generous cradle to settle into. The smaller rear bag slips under the stock to fine-tune elevation, and a quick-connect strap clips the two together so the whole setup travels as one unit.
What Sets the DeadShot Combo Apart
The shells are built from water-resistant 600 denier polyester, so a little dew or a light drizzle on a wet range morning won't soak through and ruin your fill. The material holds its shape shot after shot and shrugs off the abuse of rough range benches and truck beds. It's a set that's earned a reputation with new and seasoned rifle folks alike for doing exactly what a bag rest should without any fuss.
Filling Your DeadShot Bags
Since this combo ships empty, you get to decide the weight and firmness. Ground corn cob media is the classic choice and gives a nice moderate weight with good squeeze, while walnut hull, rice, or plastic pellets keep things lighter and dodge the moisture and critter issues that come with organic fill. Silica sand packs the firmest and heaviest if you want maximum stability, though many folks find a medium-weight fill strikes the best balance between hold and portability. Whatever you pick, keep organic media dry, since it can swell if it gets wet.
Real-World Use for the DeadShot Combo
These bags play well with bolt guns, ARs, shotguns, and long-barreled revolvers, and they're a favorite for zeroing scopes and running load development. Set them on a bench, a tailgate, or a shooting mat and you've got a repeatable rest that helps take your wobble out of the equation. For anyone building out a range kit or helping a newcomer get comfortable behind a rifle, this combo is a practical, no-nonsense pick.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Caldwell
- Model: DeadShot Boxed Combo (Front & Rear)
- Manufacturer Part Number: 248885
- UPC: 661120488859
- Configuration: Front and rear bag set
- Fill Status: Unfilled
- Shell Material: 600 Denier Polyester, water-resistant
- Front Bag Dimensions: 10 in wide x 8.5 in high x 6 in deep
- Rear Bag Dimensions: 5 in wide x 5 in high x 4.5 in deep
- Color: Green
- Connection: Quick-connect strap between front and rear bags
- Recommended Fill: Ground corn cob, walnut hull, rice, plastic pellets, or sand
What’s Included
- DeadShot front shooting bag (unfilled)
- DeadShot rear shooting bag (unfilled)
- Quick-connect strap
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the DeadShot Combo come with fill material?
No, this set ships completely unfilled so you can choose your own media. That lets you dial in exactly how heavy and firm you want the bags. Popular fills include ground corn cob, walnut hull, rice, plastic pellets, and silica sand.
What's the best thing to fill the DeadShot bags with?
Ground corn cob media is the classic pick and gives moderate weight with a good squeeze, which is why the factory-filled versions use it. Silica sand packs the firmest and heaviest for maximum stability, while rice, walnut hull, or plastic pellets keep the bags lighter and easier to carry. If you go with an organic fill, keep it dry, since materials like corn or rice can swell up if they get wet.
Will the DeadShot Combo work with an AR or a bolt-action rifle?
Yes, this combo handles ARs and typical bolt-action rifles just fine, along with shotguns and long-barreled revolvers. The oversized front bag cradles the forend while the rear bag supports the stock for a steady two-point rest. It's a common choice for zeroing scopes and doing load development off the bench.
How big is the front bag on the DeadShot Combo?
The front bag measures roughly 10 inches wide by 8.5 inches high by 6 inches deep, making it one of the largest front bags in its class. That generous size gives your forend plenty of surface to settle into for a stable hold. The rear bag is smaller at about 5 inches wide by 5 inches high by 4.5 inches deep.






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