How to Build a Gun Stand

Here are some DIY plans for an easy to build gun stand. This stand will hold four long guns--shotguns or rifles, with a total length of over 23 inches--and is designed for use outdoors. Due to the size it is not suited to portability, so the best use is as a permanent installation at a range or private shooting area.

Things You'll Need

  • 3 38 inch long pressure treated 2 by 4 foot pieces
  • 3 24 inch long pressure treated 2 by 4 foot pieces
  • 2 17 inch long pressure treated 2 by 4 foot pieces
  • 2 8 inch long pressure treated 2 by 4 foot pieces
  • 8 2 inch wooden pegs
  • 1 piece ¾ inch pressure treated plywood 24 by 38 inches
  • 1 box 3 inch treated deck screws
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Instructions

    • 1

      Measure and cut all wood. Be sure to verify your measurements before you cut.

    • 2

      Starting on the left side, attach 1 24 inch 2 by 4 foot board 6 inches from the back edge of the plywood. The 2 by 4 foot board will be flush with the ground and you will need to screw it into the plywood at the outside.

    • 3

      Attach a 17 inch 2 by 4 foot board diagonally to the plywood base 6 inches from the front edge to about 12 inches up on the first 2 by 4 foot board. Make sure this is attached to the outside of the 2 by 4 foot board.

    • 4

      Attach an 8 inch 2 by 4 foot board diagonally to the plywood base about 6 inches from the back edge to about 6 inches up on the first 2 by 4 foot board. Make sure this is attached to the outside of the 2 by 4 foot board.

    • 5

      Repeat Steps 2, 3 and 4 on the right side.

    • 6

      Attach a 38 inch 2 by 4 foot board about 6 inches from the top of each vertical 2 by 4 foot board, connecting the two. Screw this one on to the back of the others.

    • 7

      Attach another 38 inch 2 by 4 foot board in the space between the two diagonal boards and connecting the two vertical boards. Screw this one on the back as well.

    • 8

      Screw the last 38 inch 2 by 4 foot board to the base between the front diagonals, where they meet the base. This will prevent the guns from sliding forward when they are placed in the stand.

    • 9

      Attach the pegs as shown in the illustration.