Bi pods

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I’m looking into buying a bi-pod for my rifle and was hoping to tap into the knowledge available through the forum!

I’m thinking the height adjustable 6-9’’ would be right for my needs, It’s probably going to be used mainly for target shooting but with the possibility of field use. Or would people recommend a different size?

Then there is the choice of manufacturer and price!
The Harris: Fixed £60 and Swivel £85.99
Shooters Ridge: Fixed £49.98 and Swivel £80.99
Rock Mount: Fixed £44.95 and Swivel £74.99
Deben: Fixed £44.95 and Swivel £64.99

I know the Harris by name and reputation but they have a price to match! Has anyone any experience with the other manufacturers or any other recommendations? Is it best to go for a fixed or swivel? As money is tight the price is important, but I don’t want to buy cheap, buy twice!!

All recommendations gratefully accepted; thanks in advance.
 
Scott C,

I have the Harris 6-9" swivel. The height is ideal for prone shots and the swivel is well worth the extra few quid. Where mine fails to be mush use is in the shin high grass. My friend has the 12-18" (Ithink it is) Harris - ideal for sitting shots over low cover. Again, his has a swivel fitted.

They'e not mega expensive but I haven't bought two... Just have a think about what situations and cover you will be using it in before you buy would be my advice.
 
For general stalking the Harris 9''-13'' is the way to go. The next one up is good too, and can be used sitting, but is a bit to high for prone range work unless you are a big bloke. The swivel is essential, the Harris is worth the extra money over a Chinese monkey metal copy and get the notched leg version if you can. JC
 
JC275 said:
For general stalking the Harris 9''-13'' is the way to go. The next one up is good too, and can be used sitting, but is a bit to high for prone range work unless you are a big bloke. The swivel is essential, the Harris is worth the extra money over a Chinese monkey metal copy and get the notched leg version if you can. JC
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Here here, Original and best ;).

Being a "big bloke" I use the tallest one they make. My farther, an even bigger bloke, has one they discountinued becuase nobody bought it. Its a 16"-30" I think :shock: Unless you are a extremely large gentleman its way to big.

But I would go 13"-25" - I used to use a 9"-13" until defeated by tall grass, costing me a nice buck :banghead:, I went out and bought the biggun the next day ;)


No matter what you go for make sure it swivles! I would like a notched leg long one too but they dont make it :'(


Sam
 
it has to be Harris swivel,the hight is up to you. the Harris is good quality and holds a good re sale price! the swivel is good for shooting of a bonnet with a slope and uneven ground!
 
Its funny how we get used to things then find we can't live without them. My first bipod was a non-swivel and I seem to remember getting on fine with it, then I went over to swivel ones which, obviously, are better. Years later I used a non-swivel one on a borrowed rifle and thought that it was absolutely useless and came close to taking it off and chucking it! Anyone remember how we managed without computers! JC
 
Harris 9"-13" :thumb: For general zeroing I can't fault it. I hate using them in the field though, i use adjustable sticks for most of my stalking. If shooting on the open hill I should think they are a real boon, I just hate carrying more than i need to!

ft
 
flytie said:
Harris 9"-13" :thumb: For general zeroing I can't fault it. I hate using them in the field though, i use adjustable sticks for most of my stalking. If shooting on the open hill I should think they are a real boon, I just hate carrying more than i need to!

ft
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My problem with adjustable stick is their willingness to adjust themselves! I have done that twice - then I went back to Hazel, then B&Q. Pretty happy with where I am to but I fancy giving some Stoney Point a go - dont really know why :???:


atb
Sam
 
If you go with a 6-9 make sure you spend the extra on swivel type because the day you try to use a fixed in the field you'll wish you spent the extra .
 
To be honest, I'm supprised they still make the non-swivel ones. Maybe the fixed 6''-9'' would be ok for people who only shoot off a level bench but how many of those are there, all the proper bench rest guys use pedestal rests anyway. JC
 
Again excellent information supplied!

I've just been looking at the differences in height and I think the 9 - 13'' is going to be more useful bi-pod, and I'm now thinking the extra is worth it for the swivel. So I'm down to a Harris for £85 or the Deben for £69.95. Decisions, decisions.....
 
ScottC said:
Again excellent information supplied!

I've just been looking at the differences in height and I think the 9 - 13'' is going to be more useful bi-pod, and I'm now thinking the extra is worth it for the swivel. So I'm down to a Harris for £85 or the Deben for £69.95. Decisions, decisions.....
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Go for the Harris, you wont regret it. I payed £90 for mine and someone offered me £75 for it last time I was at the Bog :shock:. Thats three years old and seen some wear!

I certainly think its worth the £15 difference.


atb

Sam
 
Try an edgar brother bipod, good quality as good as harris and way better than deben.

I bought a 6-9" swivel version £65, now the gunshop i bought it from reconmended the edgar one over the harris, reason was he had a few back that had broken, same as the deben.
 
if you are not in a rush keep an eye out for a 2nd hand harris. they always come up for sale on the various forums and you'll save a few quid!!
 
I bought a harris 9 to 13 fixed as my first bipod,soon bought a swivel one after using someone elses.The fixed one has sat in the cupboard unused for years.Open to offers if anyone really wants one
 
Not used one for years gave up with it when I finally had enough of it getting caught on branches and stuff. Just use my sticks now, or my elbows, a tree to lean against, binoculars, jacket,
handlebars of the quad anything handy at the time really:-D

John
 
Done it! Just ordered a Harris 9-13'' Swivel, should be with me by the weekend. Hope the good lady doesn't find out how much these things cost!!!;)
 
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