Author Topic: bipod (Read 686 times)

trussmanypb · « **on:** December 03, 2005, 11:28:48 AM »

I would like to attach a bipod to a synthetic forearm. It would be on a 7mm-08 or .233 15" barrel.
If so, any ideas on what brand?
If not any comments on using sticks?
I like to shoot from a sitting position.

Thanks for the help.

jhalcott · « **Reply #1 on:** December 03, 2005, 01:42:35 PM »

I've tried both the Harris bipod and the shooting sticks from Stoney Point
If you plan on using a holster use the sticks,other wise you'll need a sling for the gun.The tall shooting sticks double as a walking stick for us OLD guys. If you plan on sitting,the bipod comes in a 25 inch version.VERY uncomfortable to walk around with. Lately I've been using the Stoney point bipod with one leg extended for use as a walking stick and the other leg short enough to use when sitting. It is ALMOST the best of both worlds that way.

Hunter Mann · « **Reply #2 on:** December 03, 2005, 03:46:17 PM »

I too like to shoot from a sitting position...normally crouched under a small pine...kind of nip a few branches off and become part of the tree. I use the holster, as I stalk a lot of the time.

I picked up a telescopic monopod this year, and it works well from a sitting position. It also fits really well in my backpack. Most of my shots are within 50 yards, and this monopod has worked well on the range this year.

I've yet to test it when the adrenaline starts rushing, but I'm fairly confident it will work as well then.

forthejeep · « **Reply #3 on:** December 06, 2005, 07:42:52 AM »

Stoney Point has just come out with a new system called the Rapid Pivot bipod. It comes in three adjustable lengths for prone or bench (10" to 13"), sitting or kneeling (25" to 43") and standing (36" to 64"). There is also an adaptor for all the Stoney Point Monopods. There is a small receiver that is attached to the front sling stud that the pivot system attaches to. It can quickly and easily be disconnected and stored in a belt pouch. There is an additional stud so you can still use a sling. There is no drilling or modifications required. This is a brand new product for 2006 and is not on the S.P. web page yet. A lot of the big hitters like Bass Pro, Cabelas and Gander Mountain have already purchased these and they should be in stock. I used these on a prairie dog hunt earlier this year when the system was being developed. They work great!

trussmanypb · « **Reply #4 on:** December 06, 2005, 12:36:08 PM »

Forthejeep,
Can the S.P. bipod be attached to a synthetic forearm?

flyfisher · « **Reply #5 on:** December 07, 2005, 05:20:39 AM »

I have used both the Harris and the Stoney Point "Pole Cat" sticks. I like both, but for different situations. I only own the smaller Harris bipod, which makes it really nice to use for shooting off the bench or prone for long range groundhogs. I use the sticks for hunting deer (and some groundhogs) since it's a lot easier for me (visibility-wise) to shoot from a standing or sitting position.

In my opinion, I prefer the versatility of the shooting sticks...you can adjust them from the sitting to standing position quite easily, and it is not attached to your gun. Good solid rest as well. The Harris is nice, but I have it attached to a stud in my forearm, so when it's on, it's always there. Probably more of a solid rest than the pole cat, but less versatile.

Whatever you decide, if you go with the Harris, just make sure that you use a swivel stud in the forearm, NOT the universal barrel adapter.

forthejeep · « **Reply #6 on:** December 07, 2005, 05:28:12 AM »

trussmanypb,
Yes. The Rapid Pivot can be attached to any firearm that has a sling stud. If you do not have a stud in your fore end grip than you can pick up a kit from Uncle-Mikes. The kit number is 1303-2. That kit comes with everything you need to set up a Contender for a sling. Once you have installed the sling stud to your fore end, all you have to do is install the Rapid Pivot receiver. Takes about five minutes.

Catfish · « **Reply #7 on:** December 07, 2005, 01:24:29 PM »

I have used a 27 in. Harrias by-pod on my 15 in. .357 max. barrel for several years. It is great if your sitting on the ground as it is just right to rest the grip on your knee. This year I tried a mono pole. It`s not quite as stable, but it can be used in any posision from sitting on the ground to standing. It was also liter than the by-pod. My take is if your going to sit in one place and not move around much go with the by-pod. If you will be moveing around and changeing your shooting posision the mono pod or shooting sticks would be better.

Hunter Mann · « **Reply #8 on:** December 08, 2005, 04:06:36 PM »

Gotta agree with Catfish on the moving around idea using the mono pod. That's why I bought it.

As I love to still hunt, I move quietly from spot to spot. The mono was the best tool I found to fit both the stalk/still hunt and the sit.

The compact nature and extendability fits my hunting style very well.

Dave1 · « **Reply #9 on:** December 09, 2005, 01:12:58 AM »

I have both the mono-pod and bi-pod Stoney Point telescopic shooting sticks and have used them for several seasons. They are a great help when hunting with my 7x30 Contender out of a tree stand or on the ground. I have the long versions that are long enough to use when standing but collapse up short enough so they can be used when sitting also. The long ones are good and very versatile but they have more sections in each leg that has to be adjusted for length.

They do require adjustment in leg length for each position and hunting situation. Anytime you change positions or even turn around in your stand you may have to re-adjust the legs for perfect height which quickly becomes a pain (PITA). If you have gloves on it is more difficult or you have to remove gloves first.

Because of the required and frequent re-adjustment of leg length when hunting and moving around I would like to see a different method of locking the leg sections. Presently to lock/unlock each section of each leg you have to grip both sections and twist to lock/unlock. On the long sticks that is four length adjustments, sometimes more if you don't guess right the first time.

I would much prefer to have the push button style/type of release on each leg section. The push button style of lock would allow one hand operation and much speedier and easier length adjusting process. Listen up Stoney Point!

Still, with the current product I would rather have and use it than not. Sometimes you can find a tree or similar to use as a steady rest but other times not. If you don't have anything, pick up a stiff stick about 3' long and use it to help steady the gun. Anything is better than nothing.

Good luck.

Dave1
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