adam f Posted March 21, 2010 Report Share Posted March 21, 2010 I'd like to try a bi-pod for my S410. I dont really want to screw a stud into the stock, as I'm not sure I'll stick with it, and also I spend more time shooting from a stood or knelt position, so I'd like to be able to remove it quickly? Is there any such thing as a bipod that will clip into the air cylinder (aprox 30mm dia) Ive seen the really cheap plastic ones, but these look cack and also only seems to clip onto a narrow barrell not a cylinder? Failing that if I do have to go the screw stud route how does all that work? Any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ostrea Posted March 21, 2010 Report Share Posted March 21, 2010 I have a weihrauch HW 100T Like you i did not want to drill in to the wood and found a sing stud to replace the Allen screw in the for stock on eBay.Then bought an Edger brothers Bipod. It has a quick release system on it takes 10 seconds to remove and attache your sling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted March 21, 2010 Report Share Posted March 21, 2010 Get a Harris bipod as these are the best in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaron airgunner Posted March 21, 2010 Report Share Posted March 21, 2010 (edited) deben bipods, and stoney point bipod are ok, but harris will last you for years. unfortunaely for the best nbalance you will need to drill your stock. i didnt have a problem with it and you can easily remove the bipod and put it back on at any time with no tools. this video is very informative and shows you how to fit a bipod withough the risk of messing up your stock: http://www.youtube.com/results?search_quer...+bipod&aq=0 Edited March 21, 2010 by aaron airgunner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted March 21, 2010 Report Share Posted March 21, 2010 I use Harris on my S410K-brilliant pieces of kit!Wouldn't buy any other makes of pod! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paladin Posted March 21, 2010 Report Share Posted March 21, 2010 I'd like to try a bi-pod for my S410. I dont really want to screw a stud into the stock, as I'm not sure I'll stick with it, and also I spend more time shooting from a stood or knelt position, so I'd like to be able to remove it quickly? Is there any such thing as a bipod that will clip into the air cylinder (aprox 30mm dia) Ive seen the really cheap plastic ones, but these look cack and also only seems to clip onto a narrow barrell not a cylinder? Failing that if I do have to go the screw stud route how does all that work? Any ideas? I went for a Harris on my Rapid 7. I to didn't want to drill the stock so I used a piece of steel banding that comes undone with the thumb wheel underneath the bi-pod and can be slipped off when I no longer need it. As said before the Harris will last a very long time. :unsure: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted March 22, 2010 Report Share Posted March 22, 2010 There are a number of adapters availablt to fit bottles, not sure where to find them though, a look round the web may well be productive. I rate the Harris, but my tools all get a lot of use, if money is an issue there are others to consider! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam f Posted March 22, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2010 Brilliant. Thanks for all the advice - looks like I need to get shopping! Final Q - swivel or non-swivel bipod? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted March 22, 2010 Report Share Posted March 22, 2010 Get a swivel one.The non swivel one is a bit cheaper but the swivel version allows movement when you need it on possible unlevel ground.Hope you understand what I mean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_R Posted March 22, 2010 Report Share Posted March 22, 2010 If you can find the exact diameter of your air cylinder, perhaps the clamp/stud arrangement that Deben/ FX sell would do. I have one on my Verminator, works fine. Not cheap at about £30 though. Do buy a swivel bipod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted March 22, 2010 Report Share Posted March 22, 2010 If you intend to use it 100% ONLY EVER on a range then fixed is OK. For EVERY other purpose swivel!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Downie Posted March 22, 2010 Report Share Posted March 22, 2010 Dr Bob makes a bottle clamp which is normally used on buddy bottle guns, but I think he does make 'em for cylinders with a smaller diameter too - see review/images here: Dr Bob's Bottle Clamp I have one on my Wolf, and it's a great bit of kit - if you get a Harris and a sling with quick-release hooks on it, then it's a doddle to install/remove the bipod in seconds whenever you want. Easy. As others have said, get a Harris 'pod with the swivel head, otherwise you'll find yourself faffing around on uneven ground, trying to make each leg a different length and make your gun level. I've got two - a small one with notched legs for when I know I'm only going to be shooting prone, and their 2nd-tallest one for when I don't know what to expect - I'm tall enough to use it for prone quite comfortably when it's at its shortest setting, but when fully extended it's great for sitting or stalking. It feels a bit like carrying an octopus, but if you walk with the bipod legs fully extended you can drop instantly into a stable kneeling position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seddey Posted March 23, 2010 Report Share Posted March 23, 2010 How do you select the correct height before you buy. Is the 6-9 better that the 9-13 ..................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted March 23, 2010 Report Share Posted March 23, 2010 (edited) How do you select the correct height before you buy. Is the 6-9 better that the 9-13 ..................... Ok, personal view...the 6-9 is virtually useless for field work, (unless you use it off the bonnet of your 4x4 all the time), the 9-13 most certainly does have its moments but it depends on the topography and how well/often the site/grass is maintained. At the end of the day for general field work you are likely to find the 12-25 or 13.5-27 are the most useful. The 12-25 I can still use prone, but the 13.5-27 is not easy or comfortable for me prone, though it is probably better sitting! Choices?!?! ...then of course there is a selection of sticks as well!!! Edited March 23, 2010 by Dekers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Downie Posted March 23, 2010 Report Share Posted March 23, 2010 The 12-25 I can still use prone, but the 13.5-27 is not easy or comfortable for me prone, though it is probably better sitting! I've had both, and agree completely about the 12-25 being a much better choice for any prone application. I'm a big lad, and I *could* use the 13.5-27 for prone, but it wasn't ideal. It was also a bit too high for me to use from a sitting position - I kept having to fight with the spring-loaded legs to lock them in a slightly lower config. It was brilliant for stalking though - exactly the right height for dropping into a kneeling shot. In the end I got shot of it though, because I had stupidly bought the non-swivel model - I sold it and got the swivel 12-25, and I think that's absolutely the most versatile bipod for me. Great kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seddey Posted March 23, 2010 Report Share Posted March 23, 2010 Thanx for the info guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fergy Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Have a look at the Harris bipod as these are the best in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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