STEEL BED KIT Reviews & Ratings

What is STEEL BED? Simply the most-advanced, toughest- ever bedding and stabilizing, steel-bearing, epoxy compound for wood and fiberglass gun stocks. Designed specifically for GUNS, to give the incredible impact resistance that’s possible only by surrounding the action with a layer of solid, never-rust stainless steel and the skin-tight, epoxy-matrix fit so vital for superb accuracy. Through a unique blending process, there’s actually more stainless steel (by weight) than epoxy in STEEL BED - 2½ times more steel than in competitive products. STEEL BED shrinks less than 1⁄10 of 1% and won’t compress, crumble or “sugar” under the most punishing magnum or semi- auto recoil. Fiberglass stockmakers use it to support the recoil lugs of their lightweight mountain rifles; military armorers and civilian shooters use it under the most grueling conditions without breakdown or deterioration. We tested and abused STEEL BED every way possible and, once we were convinced of its amazing superiority, test samples went to armorers, gunsmiths and competitive shooters. They tested STEEL BED in “real life” situations - it met and exceeded every demand made of it! No cracking, crazing or “sugaring”. Group sizes got smaller. All the guns tested - semi-auto, 1000 yard, bolt-action match rifles, benchrest guns and hunting rifles - performed better after bedding with STEEL BED. Because of the extremely high stainless steel content, it’s tough to dye STEEL BED to match wood tones but, our latest dyes are so powerful that you can get a useable brown color for wood stocks and a very good black for synthetics. Another choice is to paint the STEEL BED along with the synthetic stock. If you want the best possible color match on a wood stock, you can use STEEL BED for recoil lugs and pillar bedding and ACRAGLAS® or ACRAGLAS GEL® (which are more easily dyed) in those places where the bedding will be visible. STEEL BED really is the ultimate, steel-bearing bedding compound. Besides being incredibly strong and tough, it’s very easy to use. The mixing ratio is a simple, 1-part Resin to 1-part Hardener, by volume, and the creamy, no-run texture means STEEL BED will stay where it’s put. STEEL BED KIT - (1) 1½ fl. oz. (44 ml) net contents jar Resin; (1) 1½ fl. oz. (44 ml) net contents jar Hardener; (1) 7/8 oz. (26 ml) net contents jar Acraglas Non-Flammable™ Release Agent; (1) Measuring Spoon, (1) Re-useable Poly Mixing Dish, (2) Mixing Sticks (1) Brown Dye Pak, (1) Black Dye Pak and (2) Release Agent Applicators; Instructions. STEEL BED SHOP KIT - (1) 8 fl. oz. (237 ml) net contents jar Resin; (1) 8 fl. oz. (237 ml) net contents jar Hardener; (1) 3 oz. (88.7 ml) net contents jar Acraglas Non-Flammable™ Release Agent; (1) Measuring Spoon Set, (5) Re-useable Poly Mixing Dishes, (25) Mixing Sticks (5) Brown Dye Paks, (5) Black Dye and (25) Release Agent Applicators; Instructions.

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Reviews Summary

Steel Bed Kit receives mixed reviews. Users praise its strong performance and ease of use, especially for heavy recoiling rifles. However, challenges with color matching and inconsistent mixing issues were common. While many found it superior to competitors like Acra Glas, some had negative experiences with curing and application. Overall, it’s seen as a reliable option for serious gun enthusiasts.

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Product Performance

75%

Users frequently commend the performance of Steel Bed Kit, especially when used for heavy recoiling rifles. It is noted for its strength and ability to fill voids effectively, contributing to improved accuracy. However, experiences may vary, with some users facing challenges in achieving consistent results.

Ease of Use

65%

While many reviewers find the Steel Bed Kit easy to work with, there are considerations to keep in mind, such as curing times and mixing techniques. Proper preparation and following instructions can lead to better outcomes, but some users reported difficulties with application, especially in tight spaces.

Color Matching

60%

A recurring theme is the struggle to effectively color match the Steel Bed Kit. Users reported that the product tends to set a gray color that is challenging to dye or customize, particularly for aesthetic purposes. This limitation is significant enough to be a deciding factor for some potential buyers.

Mixing Issues

50%

Several reviews highlight issues with mixing, where the components can become thick or inconsistent, leading to negative results. Users stress the importance of thorough mixing and specific environmental conditions to achieve the desired consistency before application.

Value for Money

55%

Many users find the Steel Bed Kit to be a worthwhile investment, especially when considering the quantity received compared to other kits. The ability to bed multiple rifles per kit contributes to its perceived value, although it is priced higher than some competitors.

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Tough and Reliable.

Used Steel-Bed on the last three custom varmint rifles I stocked. Two Remington's and one Savage Precision Target Action. It's consistency is between Devcon Aluminum Putty and Liquid. The material takes a bit longer to mix than some products to obtain a color match, but produces a hard glass smooth uniform color surface when properly mixed. It also worked well in adhering aluminum pillars. Rifles equipped with laminated wood stocks bedded in Steel-Bed have taken hundreds of varmints, without any shifting of zero or loss of accuracy. I just ordered another Steel-Bed kit for a new stock, confident that it will perform.

Great compound

This stuff is great; a little harder to get into tight places that glass but super strong and stable; shouldn't crack and sugar like glass. I used it on a Weatherby Mark V 300 Weatherby mag and with my handloads I am shooting a .423" group. The steel bed accounting for about half of that with Weatherby's sub par composite stocks that lack the aluminum bedding. I will use this on all my weapons from now on.

this is good stuff

I used this to bed some mauser actions that i cut and turned into short actions, bedded in featherweight stocks and was super impressed with how easy that it was to work with. Make sure you clean it up qiickly if you have any errant spots,just as easy to work with as acra-glass.

HORRIBLE !

This product resulted in the WORST-BY-FAR bedding job I have ever done. I read the instructions SEVERAL times to be sure nothing was missed; Carefully inletted the stock 0.065 with ball end mill on my Bridgeport; Applied and cured release agent per instructions; THEN tried to mix this stuff...both components were thick, dry putty-like consistency. The 4-minute mix per instructions produced lumpy, inconsistent, very stiff mixture; continued to mix (energetically) hoping to achieve a consistent, workable mixture; The result was a very stiff putty-like mixture that had to be applied with a stick, shoved into place in a hurry to beat the 20-minute curing clock, and was so stiff that it would not extrude out correctly when the action was bolted into place. The stuff cured very unevenly with many voids, and with pockets of uncured goo. It was such a mess that I milled it all out and re-did the job with a product that actually WORKS.