What's in Your Range Bag

rrrrrrkevin · Nov 17, 2008

my girlfriends bag is funny because it has the absolute minimal tools but she brings a snack like cheese-its and a drink and any targets that have cute pictures like squirrels or birds on them rolled into it. I always look at her bag and think only a woman...... the bag also has pink on it, im pretty sure a guy pointed and laughed at me when i was stapling her target of a cute little squirrel chewing on an acorn to the stand in shame

jorjohn11 · Nov 17, 2008

Ear plugs
targets
target repair centers
staplegun
masking tape - for targets and/or blackening sights
score/note book & pen
leatherman
handtowel
spotting scope
lens cleaning wipes
cleaning rod sections
ammonia and solvent
sight tool
Water

Adams74Chevy · Nov 17, 2008

rrrrrrkevin said:
... im pretty sure a guy pointed and laughed at me when i was stapling her target of a cute little squirrel chewing on an acorn to the stand in shame

Should have asked him if his g/f or wife was there shooting with him, probably would shut him up quick.

Streetgang · Nov 20, 2008

In addition to alot of these great ideas, I keep a poncho in the bag just in case it starts raining. Me and my weapons can take the rain, but why should we have to.

ssjones · Dec 2, 2008

Nice thread. I'm new to this shooting hobby and appreciate the tips.

I stick a big trash bag in nearly every bag I carry (race track, bike saddlebag, etc.). Nice to cover a wet seat/bench after rain, emergency poncho/gear cover, etc.

BenL · Dec 3, 2008

Good list, so far. The only thing I'd add is a broken shell extractor for the caliber you're shooting. Nothing ends a shooting session faster than a case head separation.

B1web · Dec 3, 2008

+1 on the Bagmaster :thumbsup:

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Great products, great customer service......

rayg5102 · Jun 20, 2009

what is the general opinion on size of the bag. Being new we all tend to get too big.
I am looking at the Midway.

Now the competition bag sounds like it's big, holds everything I own and then some, plus all those good ideas I've read below.

But it might be way too damn big considering I only own one pistol.

So I could go Compact...but then I might really get into all this and buy 3 or 4 more pistols.

Any suggestions?

240 towles · Jun 20, 2009

gerber tool, rags, a couple allen keys, CLP, toothbrush, cigerrettes, cr123 batteries, hockey puck batteries, and some scope batteries.

Brychan · Jun 20, 2009

rayg5102 said:
what is the general opinion on size of the bag. Being new we all tend to get too big.
I am looking at the Midway.

Now the competition bag sounds like it's big, holds everything I own and then some, plus all those good ideas I've read below.

But it might be way too damn big considering I only own one pistol.

So I could go Compact...but then I might really get into all this and buy 3 or 4 more pistols.

Any suggestions?

Buy big, then buy more pistols

ssjones · Jun 20, 2009

rayg5102 said:
what is the general opinion on size of the bag. Being new we all tend to get too big.
I am looking at the Midway.

Now the competition bag sounds like it's big, holds everything I own and then some, plus all those good ideas I've read below.

But it might be way too damn big considering I only own one pistol.

So I could go Compact...but then I might really get into all this and buy 3 or 4 more pistols.

Any suggestions?

I have the Compact and shoot two pistols (with gear for two people) and two different ammo types. It's full, but I could put in a few more boxes of ammo. My two, non-folding Winchester ear muffs soak up a lot of room. Usually more room is a good thing, but any more in that bag and it wouldn't be much fun to lug around. I bet mine weighs 20 lbs fully loaded.

Magnumite · Jun 21, 2009

I could type a real laundry list for this one, but it follows the pattern most of the others have indicated. My 1992 era, repaired three times Dillon blue bag goes over 20 pounds before the pistols are put in it. I am sure I am missing a few items but a quick intentory via memory includes:

binoculars,
squib rods and minor tools,
speed loaders and mag loaders,
staple gun and staples,
universal holster and timer,
mag holders and spare magazines,
targets and range log booklets and a pen,
two pistol pouches,
wiping rags, brushes, CLP and cleaning gear,
my perscription shooting glasses for iron sights,
even one set of stock grips for the Redhawk since it is usually with me.

I can get all this, at least 4 full size pistols in the bag, which may include a scoped T/C Contender with 10" barrel and a 1911 22 conversion kit and two mags for it. And if pushing the envelope, I can shoe horn more into it.

I do keep incidental amounts of 3 calibers of ammo in it since I generally work with those calibers plus what I shoot on practice days. This way I can put the pistols in and go.

This bag goes 35 pounds or more. Its a work horse and has a well used shoulder strap. A separate filled ammo bag will accompany me to a match along with necessary match specific gear.

Falkus · Jun 21, 2009

Bag: Only Three things for Range time.

Pistols, AMMO and Glasses,

I dont need the earplugs, Its worthless but I have a small earplugs incase they make me wear those

MDMOUNTAINEER · Aug 23, 2009

Kenny said:
Where is a good place to get said bags? I've been thinking of getting one.

For just BSing around, and especially at Elk Neck. I use pillowcases. 4 pillowcases for 50lbs of sand. 25lbs each then doubled up. Just be careful with muzzlebrakes (tears the fabric up). They hold target legs well in the wind too and if you forget them you aren't out much money.

Echo Victor · Aug 23, 2009

I also take a little hand broom and dust pan to sweep up brass to take home.

trippinout · Sep 17, 2009

I always take my Nikon and video camera for shooting people when it is not my turn to be shooting targets. Although not in my range bag, it always goes WITH my range bag.

Great suggestions on some of the items!! Definitely adding to my bag!

Capt.Link. · Sep 19, 2009

#1 thing to have is a great attitude and willingness to help us forgetful old folk with what we forgot.

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