Which bipod

[Papa "J"]

I get this out of jail tomorrow and the only thing I need now is a bipod.

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=400360

I am a newb for bipods, What do you recommend. Not too worried about cost, I like to buy quality product that will last and retain value. But I am not going to spend a ridiculous amount either.


This will be for mostly varmint hnting at a friends ranch.

[GeoffLinder]

Get the Harris brand. Whether you get a fixed or swivel pivot type is personal preference. I like the fixed type.

http://www.harrisbipods.com/

HBL is what I use on my bolt actions and AR's. I also have a shorty and a long one to handle different situations.

HBL (fixed) or HBL-S (swivel) would probably be your best bet depending on pivot style preference.

The new M option (leg notches) is handy too. I have the older style from before leg notches were available. Not a big thing though IMO

[ronas]

Read thread referenced below. Post #16 is the bipod I have. It is a very well made and fuctions great.

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=404419

[Divernhunter]

I use the Harris bipods and like them. I have a short one I use with my bolt action varmit rifles off a portable bench or prone on the ground. I also have the tallest one I use to hunt with ans the next to the tallest one for hunting. The short one is fixed and the tall ones are swivel type.

[Dhena81]

I just bought a Atlas and I know nothing about bipods except they are expensive.

[ubet]

atlas v8, hands down, no questions asked.

[Ricky-Ray]

I have the same rifle but in 22 magnum and I put on a $20 bipod from UTG and it works great.

[santacruzstefan]

GG&G has an amazing, reasonably priced bipod, based on one of the Bobro designs, IIRC (also very good). No springs, locks up tight.

[Ricky-Ray]

Just got an email from MidwayUSA today. Bipods on sale up to 16% off. Just thought it might be of interest to you.

[bruce_ventura]

I have one Harris HBL-S bipod and two Shooters Ridge pivot bipods (all different lengths). I've inspected them side by side and honestly cannot see any difference. As far as I can tell, they are the same design, just made in different factories. They are equally sturdy and have virtually identical mechanisms for attaching to the sling swivel stud and adjusting leg length. The Shooters Ridge bipods cost less, which is why I have more of them than I do of the Harris bipods.

[prc77]

I have a Harris 6-9 notched leg. Very nice bipod at a fair price.

[negolien]

I run a UTG on my AR with no issues. I got one like below I think it is. Actually mines a bit longer it's 9-13 " I think or 6-9 lol. It's all metal but I got mine on sale for like 24 bucks. Works good no issues.

http://www.opticsplanet.net/leapers-utg-tactical-op-bipod-w-picatinny-and-swivel-stud-mount.html

[Chucksciano]

I have a UTG one as well it works great for the price you can't beat it. Look it up on amazon.

[damndave]

I used to run a cheap $20 EBAY from China one and it broke after 2 years or so. I bought myself a Harris 6-9 and love it. Solid as a rock.