BOG DeathGrip 360 Chair Review: The Ultimate Hunting Throne?

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Introduction: More Than Just a Place to Sit

In the world of hunting gear, stability equals accuracy. For years, hunters have struggled to manage the trifecta of gear: a comfortable chair, a steady shooting stick, and the weapon itself. Managing all three in the heat of the moment when a coyote rushes in or a buck steps out can lead to fumbling, noise, and missed opportunities. The BOG DeathGrip 360 Chair attempts to solve this logistical nightmare by fusing a heavy-duty chair with BOG’s legendary clamping tripod head.

This isn’t a cheap camp chair thrown into the back of a truck. It is a purpose-built shooting platform designed for predator hunters, turkey hunters, and anyone sitting in a ground blind for extended periods. With a price tag hovering around $250, it represents a significant investment. The question remains: Does the convenience of a hands-free gun rest built into your seat justify the cost and the weight, or are you better off carrying separate components? We took the DeathGrip 360 into the field to analyze its build quality, stability, and practical application.

Feature Analysis: Engineering for the Perfect Shot

The Integrated DeathGrip Clamping Head

The standout feature of this chair is the arm that extends from the side, topped with BOG’s patented DeathGrip head. This isn’t just a “V” yoke to rest your barrel on; it is a full clamping system with soft rubber jaws that lock your weapon in place. This allows for completely hands-free operation. You can have your rifle mounted, scanned in the general direction of a trail, and keep your hands free for binoculars or a thermal monocular. When it’s time to shoot, the gun is already shouldered and stabilized.

360-Degree Silent Rotation

Scanning a field requires movement, and movement creates noise. The BOG chair features a 360-degree pivoting seat designed to be silent. This allows a hunter to track game moving across a field without the awkward shuffling of feet or the squeak of cheap metal joints. The ability to spin 180 degrees to take a shot behind you without standing up is a massive tactical advantage in a ground blind scenario.

Aluminum Frame and 400lb Capacity

Durability is often the failure point of hunting chairs. BOG has utilized an aluminum frame construction to balance weight against strength. The result is a chair capable of supporting up to 400 lbs. This high weight capacity is essential not just for larger hunters, but for the added weight of heavy winter gear, boots, and the dynamic stress placed on the chair when leaning into a shot. The seat material is a heavy-duty textilene fabric, chosen for its breathability to prevent sweating during early season hunts and its resistance to weather.

Hands-On Experience: Field Performance

Stability on Uneven Ground

Nature is rarely flat. Setting up a standard folding chair on a hillside usually results in a terrifying balancing act. The BOG DeathGrip 360 features four independently adjustable legs. During testing, we set this up on a rocky slope. by extending the downhill legs and keeping the uphill legs retracted, we achieved a perfectly level shooting platform. This adjustability is critical for maintaining accuracy at long distances.

The Shooting Experience

Sitting in the chair, the shooting arm is adjustable for height and depth. Once the rifle is clamped in, the stability is comparable to shooting from a bench rest. There is virtually no wobble. For youth hunters or those with limited upper body strength, this is a game-changer. It holds the weight of the gun entirely, allowing the shooter to focus solely on the trigger pull. The recoil management is also improved, as the heavy chair absorbs some of the energy.

However, there is a learning curve. Getting into and out of the chair with the shooting arm installed can be slightly awkward, akin to sliding into a roller coaster seat. It requires deliberate movement, which is fine for a setup-and-sit hunt, but less ideal for rapid redeployment.

Portability vs. Function

While the product description mentions “lightweight aluminum,” everything is relative. The chair weighs roughly 16-20 lbs depending on attachments. It folds down, but it is bulky. This is not a chair you want to hike 3 miles into public land with on your back. It is designed for locations you can drive an ATV near, or short walks to a permanent blind. It excels as a semi-permanent fixture for the season but struggles as a “run and gun” mobile setup.

Pros and Cons

Product Comparison

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Verdict: A Sniper Platform for the Ground Hunter

The BOG DeathGrip 360 Chair is more than a seat; it is a force multiplier. By integrating a bench-rest quality shooting vice into a comfortable, swiveling chair, it removes human error from the shooting equation. For predator hunters engaging targets at 300+ yards, or for parents taking young hunters out for their first deer, the stability provided is invaluable.

While the weight and bulk make it unsuitable for deep backcountry excursions, it is the undisputed king of the ground blind. If your hunting style involves sitting in one spot for hours and demanding absolute precision when the shot presents itself, the BOG DeathGrip 360 is worth every penny. It transforms a chaotic moment into a controlled, steady, and successful harvest.