What size bipod

[Brown Sauce]

Going to purchase either a Harris or Deben swivel bipod and can't make up my mind if I should go 6 to 9 or 9 to 13 inches?

 

Which would you recommend?

[harrypen]

if your only doing bench rest shooting,,,the 6 to 9 inch would be fine

 

for field shooting/hunting for an average sized person Definately 9 to 13 inch,,,you can use the minimum 9inch quite comfotably laid down ,,but you"l need to clear grass etc. And the opening to 13 inch will allow comfortable adjustment

[wymberley]

Buy which size suits your needs, but harry is probably/definitely on the money, just make sure it's a Harris.

[aister]

9-13 in the field for sure, i have never been shooting and thought to myself, wish i could get a bit lower, its always 9 or higher.

[esox]

For field shooting/hunting deffo get a 9-13 inch. I just got a new Harris 9-13 inch swivel fantastic bit of kit

[welshwarrior]

9-13 Harris I bought a 6-9 and only ever use it fully extended wish I'd bought a 9-13 but the Harris is great.

[Brown Sauce]

Cheers all, 9-13 it'll be then, as mostly in the field.

[Brown Sauce]

9-13 Harris I bought a 6-9 and only ever use it fully extended wish I'd bought a 9-13 but the Harris is great.

 

Bud what dragged you to Surrey..... Money or tail???

[pat g]

Going to purchase either a Harris or Deben swivel bipod and can't make up my mind if I should go 6 to 9 or 9 to 13 inches?

 

Which would you recommend?

I use a Harris 13-27" pod. Ideal for field use and an all rounder as with it fully extended to 27" you can sit. Also comes in handy if you need to shoot over any high crops or long grass. Worth considering but definately stick with a Harris which ever size you go for. Quality mate

ATB,

Pat

[Brown Sauce]

I use a Harris 13-27" pod. Ideal for field use and an all rounder as with it fully extended to 27" you can sit. Also comes in handy if you need to shoot over any high crops or long grass. Worth considering but definately stick with a Harris which ever size you go for. Quality mate

ATB,

Pat

 

Thanks Pat, think Harris leads the way in both build and quality, though feel swayed by the cheaper models.....

[welshwarrior]

Bud what dragged you to Surrey..... Money or tail???

 

Money army postings can think of better places to be but also alot worse.

[Brown Sauce]

Money army postings can think of better places to be but also alot worse.

 

Surrey ain't all that bad, spent 21 memorable years living in Camberley, but prefer living by the coast.

[al4x]

all depends on your ground, if you lamp from a vehicle then definitely the lower the better, I've a 6-9 and very rarely extend it. Works well on short grassland what you will find is try a 9" and see how easily you can mount the rifle and the answer is you won't lying prone. I have got a much larger one for shooting from a sitting position but that rarely gets put on as i prefer short sticks for that. If you look at the sales section and see how many of the 9" come up versus 6" and it will be an eye opener

[peek-at]

think Harris leads the way in both build and quality, though feel swayed by the cheaper models.....

 

If you are not a gun snob and would consider anything else but Harris, have a look at the link. I have Two of these and have found them to be really very good.

They are swivel bipods, attach to the front stud, quick release, and are nice and sturdy. Also way way cheaper than a harris too !!!

 

 

BIPOD LINK

Edited May 29, 2012 by peek-at

[kent]

always adjustable, always harris, always swivel, better with the pod lok aftermarket accessory. Actual size depends on your stature (watch a fat bloke try and shoot prone of a 6" pod and you will understand) and the ground you shoot on. i keep two one thats a bit high for normal prone work but good when the grass is up and can be used seated, the other is prone or bench/bonnet etc

[bicykillgaz]

If you've got the money get the Harris, if not get the Deben I've had mine for 4 years and never had any problems or felt the need to upgrade

[turbo33]

I don't know why everyone bangs on about harris bipods.. I've just bought a 9-13 deben tilt and its a cracking piece of kit. And £30 cheaper than a harris I've use the non tilt deben for years and can't fault it.

[Ant8681]

If you are not a gun snob and would consider anything else but Harris, have a look at the link. I have Two of these and have found them to be really very good.

They are swivel bipods, attach to the front stud, quick release, and are nice and sturdy. Also way way cheaper than a harris too !!!

 

 

BIPOD LINK

Thankyou benn looking for a cheaper one for ages, just ordered one!!!

[Elmer Fudd 1]

if you are goung for all out accuracy go for the shortest swivel bipod that harris sell. you will not go wrong and you get a lift time warranty with all harris products

[Brown Sauce]

Sorry for the delay, but a quick update.

 

cz452 .17hmr america varmint, harris bipod ( fister is my hero ) and an Edgar brothers 6-24x44 scope, god I love it. Pic's to follow.

[wildfowler.250]

Good choice. I'm going to buy the longest Harris one available..the crops at this time of year are a nightmare!

[Brown Sauce]

Good choice. I'm going to buy the longest Harris one available..the crops at this time of year are a nightmare!

 

Drop fister a pm, as he may have one in stock and at a better price.

[activeviii]

I have sent you a pm on where to buy at the right price.

 

All the best

Phil.

[Dekers]

If you are not a gun snob and would consider anything else but Harris, have a look at the link. I have Two of these and have found them to be really very good.

They are swivel bipods, attach to the front stud, quick release, and are nice and sturdy. Also way way cheaper than a harris too !!!

 

 

BIPOD LINK

 

I'm not sure where this Gun Snob silliness turned up from.

 

We all have different requirements, I have 2 Harris of different sizes and they get a LOT of use, they work, they are not rusty, the legs are not all wobbly, the springs work, they don't fall apart and they don't go all floppy.

 

There can be little argument for not getting a Harris, it will last and it will take a pounding, it will also sell well in the used market so you can always get your money back.

 

Cheap bipods MAY be ok for occasional use, professionals use Harris for good reason.

 

...and there is No Way I am a Gun Snob!

 

Edit

...and of the 2 sizes mentioned there is no doubt you will find more use for the 9-13 (I have this one).

 

2nd Edit

I also have the 12-25, this can be used prone, just about, and also sitting. The 13.5 to 27 would have the edge for me in the sitting position but is a real pain for prone. This general size is really useful for undulating land or when the crops/grass grows a bit!

Edited June 16, 2012 by Dekers

[drut]

"2nd Edit

I also have the 12-25, this can be used prone, just about, and also sitting. The 13.5 to 27 would have the edge for me in the sitting position but is a real pain for prone. This general size is really useful for undulating land or when the crops/grass grows a bit! "

 

I have the Harris 12-25 swivel that I find ideal for exactly the same reasons!I also have a 9-13 but only really use it for zeroing/practice.Most of the time weed/grass height plus the ability to use for kneeling/sitting and prone make the 12-25 ideal,although the shorter bipod is marginally more stable.