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Bipods? Which one?
« on: January 05, 2014, 12:43:31 PM »
Looking for input on bipods, I've come acrossed  Atlas  BT-10 which  is quite spendy but the quality looks far superior to others from pictures and description.Really like the 30 degree panning and canting ability.Looking to use it for bench and prone varmint shooting.

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Re: Bipods? Which one?
« Reply #1 on: January 05, 2014, 01:09:20 PM »
Can't go wrong with a Atlas. I've shot Atlas bipods and I like quality products, Atlas is well built and a quality product. On the other hand, I have never purchased one but may here shortly in the future for a quality AR SPR build. A Harris May be rough in comparison to a Atlas but they have worked for me for 20 plus years. They pan just fine to a extent when planted and loaded property especially at distance. They may not be mechanically designed to do so but I have swung plenty with them on moving shots at big game and varmints over the years. The longer the bipod (Harris) the more forgiving they are for paning/ swinging. My sitting Harris bipod swings very well, has some give for tracking coyotes on the move when calling.

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Re: Bipods? Which one?
« Reply #2 on: January 06, 2014, 04:13:45 PM »
Harris all the way for what you're talking about doing.  As for saying you can't go wrong with an Atlas....well I've known a number of people who bought them and found out they don't like them.  Can't say I know anyone who has bought a Harris and it didn't work for them.  The Atlas is a quality piece of machinery for sure, and it does have it's place, but most people will be happier with a Harris.

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Re: Bipods? Which one?
« Reply #3 on: January 06, 2014, 04:18:06 PM »
I've owned many bipods and still go to the Harris's.  However, I've been looking to buy a Blackhawk as it seems to be very similar to the Harris and also swivels unlike Harris's.  Half the price too.

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Re: Bipods? Which one?
« Reply #4 on: January 06, 2014, 04:29:14 PM »
We have three Blackhawks and they work just fine for us. I couldn't see spending a lot of money for the other mentioned ones. I guess if  I had the money to burn I would buy a Harris just to compare.

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Re: Bipods? Which one?
« Reply #5 on: January 06, 2014, 10:13:36 PM »
  I think the harris 25c is the best.  a bit heavy on a light gun, makes it front heavy.  I  went with stoney point, cuz it is handheld.    I shoot on it and use it as a bino base.  I have the longest one available like 5 foot.     mike w

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Re: Bipods? Which one?
« Reply #6 on: January 06, 2014, 10:18:12 PM »
Thanks fer the input! I got some more looking to do with the Blackhawk suggestion.Also while searching I thought I'd look into tripods and found one I like the description of and looks of in the Bog Gear short tactical tripod,that goes from 6 to 40 inches.And I full well realize there's a definate time and place that either a mounted bi-pod or a seperate tripod are going to outdo each other.Anybody try one of these?

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Re: Bipods? Which one?
« Reply #7 on: January 06, 2014, 10:21:08 PM »
I'll look at these as well

  I think the harris 25c is the best.  a bit heavy on a light gun, makes it front heavy.  I  went with stoney point, cuz it is handheld.    I shoot on it and use it as a bino base.  I have the longest one available like 5 foot.     mike w

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Re: Bipods? Which one?
« Reply #8 on: January 07, 2014, 10:14:23 AM »
  more uses for a handheld bipod; 1.  knock snow and rain off trees and grass when walking, this really helps to keep you dry,  2.  an aid when crossing fences and as a cane when walking in really uneven terrain, this helps older hunters which I are one,  3.  I put 2 inch measures on mine to measure antlers, fish ,etc.   mike w

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Re: Bipods? Which one?
« Reply #9 on: January 07, 2014, 10:21:26 AM »
I have a Blackhawk. It's the first time I have ever had one so I can't give a comparison, but will say I am very happy with it for the price.
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Re: Bipods? Which one?
« Reply #10 on: January 07, 2014, 10:25:10 AM »
I like my Harris 25c. @ 19oz it's a little heavy but very stable & functionable  :twocents:
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