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The Caldwell Matrix is the kind of rest that earns a permanent spot on your shooting bench. At the heart of it is an ultra-rigid two-piece sliding U-channel frame that stretches and shortens to cradle whatever rifle you bring to the line. That open central channel is the clever part. It leaves plenty of room underneath for high-capacity detachable magazines on AR-style rifles and gives lever guns the clearance they need, so you are not fighting your setup just to get the gun seated right.
Bolt actions, lever actions, and AR platforms all sit comfortably here, and the whole thing tips the scales around five pounds, which makes it easy to carry from the truck to the bench without wrecking your back. The overmolded front and rear supports are soft enough to protect your stock and finish, but firm enough that there is no mushy give when you settle in behind the gun. Reviewers who have run it at the range consistently point to how easy it is to set up and how steady it stays, with several noting tight groups right out of the gate.
The front elevation system uses a spring-loaded tension mechanism paired with a height adjustment knob, so raising or lowering the cradle is a quick one-handed move. It holds its position without wobble through the full vertical range, which matters when you are chasing a precise zero and do not want the rest drifting on you between shots.
Pop off the rear portion of the frame and the Matrix converts into a compact front rest for when you want to pack lighter or pair it with a rear bag. There is also a handy storage area built into the front of the base. Pull the lid off for extra clearance with bipod-equipped guns, or leave it in place and it doubles as a rubberized rear support for shooting handguns. It is a genuinely versatile piece of gear for sighting in, load testing, or teaching a new shooter the ropes.
The Matrix is built to handle bolt actions, lever guns, and AR-style rifles thanks to its sliding U-channel frame that adjusts in length. The open central channel gives detachable magazines and lever action receivers the clearance they need. It also works for handguns when you use the front support with the storage lid left in place as a rear rest.
Yes. Removing the rear portion of the frame turns the Matrix into a compact front rest, which is handy when you want to travel lighter or pair it with your own rear sandbag. It is a quick change that gives you two setups in one piece of gear.
No, the Matrix is a support rest rather than a recoil-reducing platform. It is designed to hold your firearm steady for sighting in, load development, and precision shooting off the bench. If you are after felt recoil reduction, that is a different category of rest at a higher weight and price point.
It weighs around five pounds, which is light for a full-featured shooting rest. Shooters who have used it at the range appreciate being able to grab it and go without lugging a 15 to 20 pound benchrest setup. The polymer frame keeps it portable while still staying stable on the bench.
| UPC | 661120016007 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 101600 |
| Color | GREEN |
| Length | 19.8500 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Shooting Rest |
| Shipping Weight | 7.2813 |
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