So been shooting for a year or so and have always had the "department store" bipod 6-9" nothing fancy. Well, I usually shoot prone on whatever ridge I'm on at that given time so I want a bipod that pivots. I have looked at different bipods and am lost in all the jargon. I would like to hear some brands with prices that pivot so I can level my rifle easily. Also if you could give some info as far as what the heck is pan tilt lock and is it important and other such things to look out for when buying a bipod.
Bipod help
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Re: Bipod help
Depends on how much cash you care to throw down for one. If going the cheaper route, get a Harris Engineering bipod, 6-9" or 9-13" with the swivel and leg notches. Also, I definately recommend the PodLock.
If you don't wish to run the PodLock, just tighten the tension knob until you get to the desired tension. It is just easier with the lock.
If you wish to pursue the higher priced options, go with the Atlas. Either way, you will do good with them.
DK
Depends on how much cash you care to throw down for one. If going the cheaper route, get a Harris Engineering bipod, 6-9" or 9-13" with the swivel and leg notches. Also, I definately recommend the PodLock.
If you don't wish to run the PodLock, just tighten the tension knob until you get to the desired tension. It is just easier with the lock.
If you wish to pursue the higher priced options, go with the Atlas. Either way, you will do good with them.
DK
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Ok another ? for you whats up with the one that attatch to what looks like a smooth stud that sticks out of the stock and runs parallel to the barrel
Ok another ? for you whats up with the one that attatch to what looks like a smooth stud that sticks out of the stock and runs parallel to the barrel
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I believe that you are referring to the stud that a VersiPod attaches. I personally HATE the VersiPod, as it does not afford me the kind of stability that I want.
There have been some efforts to figure out a way to tighten up the swivel aspect of the VersiPod, but I don't know that anyone ever has. It does have some advantages, if you are in a competitive situation, and transitioning from shot to shot. I don't shoot in this type of competition, so it don't work for me and my shooting. It might be just the thing for you.
DK
I believe that you are referring to the stud that a VersiPod attaches. I personally HATE the VersiPod, as it does not afford me the kind of stability that I want.
There have been some efforts to figure out a way to tighten up the swivel aspect of the VersiPod, but I don't know that anyone ever has. It does have some advantages, if you are in a competitive situation, and transitioning from shot to shot. I don't shoot in this type of competition, so it don't work for me and my shooting. It might be just the thing for you.
DK
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do not get the VersaPod. i have one with the rail and swivel stud attachment and it's terribly wobbly, to say the least.
if you're looking for a great <$100 bipod, go with a Harris for sure.
do not get the VersaPod. i have one with the rail and swivel stud attachment and it's terribly wobbly, to say the least.
if you're looking for a great <$100 bipod, go with a Harris for sure.
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You can not go wrong with a Harris BRM-S 6-9" bipod for $99 from your local sporting goods store. It easily stands up to my .338 LM and it very well made right here in the USA. Not to mention it's a standard amongst the US military.
You can not go wrong with a Harris BRM-S 6-9" bipod for $99 from your local sporting goods store. It easily stands up to my .338 LM and it very well made right here in the USA. Not to mention it's a standard amongst the US military.
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"...what the heck is pan tilt lock..."
PAN (I think you call it pivot in your OP)- the ability to swing or move move the muzzle from left to right across the horizon, pivoting at the bipod.
TILT (I prefer CANT, Harris calls it "Swivel") - the ability to slightly rotate the rifle around the linear axis to make the horazontal cross hair level. (bipods without this feature the operator must dig one leg deeper into the dirt or make one leg longer).
LOCK - the ability to add tension to either or both of the features noted above.
While the Harris makes a good bipod and is the standard, it does not have a PAN (pivot) feature which is what you stated your search is for.
"...what the heck is pan tilt lock..."
PAN (I think you call it pivot in your OP)- the ability to swing or move move the muzzle from left to right across the horizon, pivoting at the bipod.
TILT (I prefer CANT, Harris calls it "Swivel") - the ability to slightly rotate the rifle around the linear axis to make the horazontal cross hair level. (bipods without this feature the operator must dig one leg deeper into the dirt or make one leg longer).
LOCK - the ability to add tension to either or both of the features noted above.
While the Harris makes a good bipod and is the standard, it does not have a PAN (pivot) feature which is what you stated your search is for.
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Great explanation Kasey...I was thinking about the versapod so i could use it on a few diff guns after i bedded their pins into my stocks but after some of the bad things i have heard about their product i think its gonna be a harris
Great explanation Kasey...I was thinking about the versapod so i could use it on a few diff guns after i bedded their pins into my stocks but after some of the bad things i have heard about their product i think its gonna be a harris
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Not to hijack this thread, but apart from observation what benefit would a panning bipod give you? Wouldn't you have to rebuild your firing position even if you only panned the rifle 1° over?
Not to hijack this thread, but apart from observation what benefit would a panning bipod give you? Wouldn't you have to rebuild your firing position even if you only panned the rifle 1° over?
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Powder Burns</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Not to hijack this thread, but apart from observation what benefit would a panning bipod give you? Wouldn't you have to rebuild your firing position even if you only panned the rifle 1° over?</div></div>
First of all, for target observation, it is very handy. Secondly, yes, you should rebuild position, but if you have to get the shot off, you have to get the shot off. Sometimes it is better to get the fast shot off then having to "scoot" the bipod over and miss the opportunity completely.
As a matter of a fact, while "scooting" (basically, hopping) a Harris with a loaded rifle and a light trigger, I accidentally sent a round downrange.
At a shooting range, I use the Harris because the squareness is an advantage. I am forced to square everything to the target.
For everything else, the Atlas rocks.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Powder Burns</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Not to hijack this thread, but apart from observation what benefit would a panning bipod give you? Wouldn't you have to rebuild your firing position even if you only panned the rifle 1° over?</div></div>
First of all, for target observation, it is very handy. Secondly, yes, you should rebuild position, but if you have to get the shot off, you have to get the shot off. Sometimes it is better to get the fast shot off then having to "scoot" the bipod over and miss the opportunity completely.
As a matter of a fact, while "scooting" (basically, hopping) a Harris with a loaded rifle and a light trigger, I accidentally sent a round downrange.
At a shooting range, I use the Harris because the squareness is an advantage. I am forced to square everything to the target.
For everything else, the Atlas rocks.
Re: Bipod help
I have an old versa-pod and a new Modle 51 versa-pod. The 51 has tightening knobs that allow you to lock it in place. I like it alot. With the versapod you can run multiple bipod lengths on the same gun making it nice when changing shooting positions. My older versapod is super wobly so if you get one make sure it has the locking knobs.
http://versapod.com/shop/versa-pod®-all-steel-model-51
I have an old versa-pod and a new Modle 51 versa-pod. The 51 has tightening knobs that allow you to lock it in place. I like it alot. With the versapod you can run multiple bipod lengths on the same gun making it nice when changing shooting positions. My older versapod is super wobly so if you get one make sure it has the locking knobs.
http://versapod.com/shop/versa-pod®-all-steel-model-51
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J. Villers, Harris is a good choice and if you use picatinny rails on your rifles you can get a rail adapter for the Harris and have the same flexibility moving the bipod around.
Powder Burns, not only does the PAN feature help in tracking a target but also when shooting from irregular surfaces. You ever have one leg of your bipod get a good purchase and the other doesn't, and when it does you are off the target? With the pan, you can get a good purchase on both legs and then pan to the target. Savvy?
J. Villers, Harris is a good choice and if you use picatinny rails on your rifles you can get a rail adapter for the Harris and have the same flexibility moving the bipod around.
Powder Burns, not only does the PAN feature help in tracking a target but also when shooting from irregular surfaces. You ever have one leg of your bipod get a good purchase and the other doesn't, and when it does you are off the target? With the pan, you can get a good purchase on both legs and then pan to the target. Savvy?
