School me on AR-15 bipods! *new pics added*

[swagge1]

Last week I went to the range with my scoped AR-15 with 2 stage trigger and had a blast! I would really like to punch some more paper with it again. I shot off of sandbags from a bench at the APSO 100 yard range. I would like to put a bi pod on the front of the gun to shoot off of. I see there are many different makers and styles. I don't have a picatinny hand guard so I guess I'll need a clamp on style. Please clue me in as to which bi pods are of good quality and good value. I know that Harris bi pods are well regarded, but I'd like to get somethign a little cheaper if that is possible.

Thanks for your help.

 

[Richard in LA]

whichever one you choose, mount it to a handguard/free float tube, and NOT on the barrel or gas block. Harris makes an AR adapter stud that fits in one of the vent holes of standard handguards, or drill a hole and place a sling stud in a free float tube. Harris is nice, bobro + tango down make fancy "tactical-looking" ones. Remember, Handguard/free float tube= good, barrel/gasblock= bad.

also, there is a shooters-ridge bipod at walmart that is an EXACT copy of the harris, non-swivel bipod for under $40. Check it out next time you are at a Wally world.

 

[Bladebu1]

if you had a rail

but I would not suggest a clamp-on bi-pod

maybe
http://www.nextag.com/Outers-Shooters-Ridge-Standard-63112920/prices-html?nxtg=f60a1c052a-23C98FD92806C0E8


http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/purchase/item-added.jsp?_requestid=123083
you will need the ar 15 adapter to go on the hand gard

cheeper the harris
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/?productNumber=688419

 

[Bladebu1]

whichever one you choose, mount it to a handguard/free float tube, and NOT on the barrel or gas block. Harris makes an AR adapter stud that fits in one of the vent holes of standard handguards, or drill a hole and place a sling stud in a free float tube. Harris is nice, bobro + tango down make fancy "tactical-looking" ones. Remember, Handguard/free float tube= good, barrel/gasblock= bad.

also, there is a shooters-ridge bipod at walmart that is an EXACT copy of the harris, non-swivel bipod for under $40. Check it out next time you are at a Wally world.

and what he said

 

[scooterj]

also, there is a shooters-ridge bipod at walmart that is an EXACT copy of the harris, non-swivel bipod for under $40. Check it out next time you are at a Wally world.

There is a big difference. Harris is a much better unit. I have both of the above mentioned bi-pods and only the Harris is range worthy.

 

[swagge1]

After further reading... a Harris bi pod really isnt THAT much more than I wanted to spend. So you are saying that I can get the bi pod to attach to the hand guard with an adapter? What does "swivel" mean? My gun has a loop by the gas block for a sling attachment. Is this the swivel? Also, I will be shooting from a bench, which leg height is best



Which one is best for my build?
http://www.harrisbipods.com/

 

[Richard in LA]

There is a big difference. Harris is a much better unit. I have both of the above mentioned bi-pods and only the Harris is range worthy.

Would you elaborate? I have a Harris, and by looking at the shooters ridge in the package at wallyworld, they look identical. Is it just shoddy construction?

After further reading... a Harris bi pod really isnt THAT much more than I wanted to spend. So you are saying that I can get the bi pod to attach to the hand guard with an adapter? What does "swivel" mean? My gun has a loop by the gas block for a sling attachment. Is this the swivel? Also, I will be shooting from a bench, which leg height is best?


Which one is best for me?
http://www.harrisbipods.com/

Can't answer as to which is best for you, but a 6-9" should be about right. Use some bags or a rest to determine which height you prefer before buying one.

Sling stud. the rounded piece of metal that comes on 99% of huning type rifles is the one you need for a harris to attach. Most of them look like this:

but there is an adapter that has a threaded, flat backing that a machine threaded stud screws into, allowing you to mount one on an AR handguard.

 

[scooterj]

These are from the link in your above post.

New! Picattiny rail attachment for any Harris bipod.




This adapter allows the attachment of a Harris Bipod to any Picatinny rail. Made from aircraft quality aluminum and hardcoated to mil. specs.

Order Code 638 . . .. . Price $29.00

HBRM Harris Bipod 6" to 9"
with notches





HBRM - Extends 6" to 9" with Leg Notches (Bench Rest)
Retail Price $81.63. . . . . . . . our discounted price $66.40

 

[scooterj]

Would you elaborate? Is it just shoddy construction?

Yes, very much so

 

[Richard in LA]

Yes, very much so

Good to know. I appreciate the info, as I was seriously considering one of them in the next few weeks, due to the fact they look identical to my Harris.

 

[swagge1]

Scooter J I think that the bi pod you posted is what I'm looking for and its a good price.
http://www.harrisbipods.com/HBRM.html

However, I don't have a picatiny rail hand guard, so I think I'll need this attachment instead.
http://www.harrisbipods.com/HB5.html

 

[swagge1]

Thanks for the good info guys. I'm glad there are people online who can help me to make a more informed decision.

 

[peterf225]

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Here is mine rigged up with a harris bipod

 

[swagge1]

I decided to go with the Harris after all. Added some new pics today.

 

[Storm52]

Swag: How does the adapter install on your AR handguard? What secures it to gun?