Harris bipod questions

[annasophia]

I have used quite extensively several of the tall versions of Harris bipods and loved them. I'm currently trying to decide which of the shorter versions are better for my type of use. I am comparing the regular short 1A2 model to the BR model without the leg notches. I think the 1A2 goes from about 6-12" while the BR goes about 4-9"...something like that? My use would mostly be in the Idaho deserts shooting whistle pigs and jack rabbits, etc. in the spring before the grass gets very high....then I would typically use taller shooting sticks. Also, just general target shooting for fun mostly prone on the ground but also some over a table or boulders, etc. What are your thoughts between these two?

--Anna Sophia

 

[rugerjunkie]

I have the br model that extends out to 9" or whatever it is. i use it mainly on my XP-100 while deer hunting with it and do move it over to a few different rifles occasionally. It does work well for field use and is comfortable for me when shooting prone with either the XP or a rifle. You already mentioned its downfall...it is sometimes too short and I have clipped the grass a few times with it. I don't know if the taller one would help that much more or not. A few inches taller probably won't help as much as picking a better spot to shoot from to avoid the situation. My one suggestion is to vet a swivel model. I swapped all mine over and love em.

 

[Ruger1nut]

I really like the S-25 or S-25C, not sure if they are too tall for what you are trying to do or not. I have found them to be very versatile

Dave

 

[ian03]

I've never used a Harris but I'll pass along that all of the Harris Bipods are on sale at Midway. Looks like they had quite a few versions, didn't know there was a need for so many different types of bipods until I saw the Midway flyer.

 

[coyote]

i much prefer the notched legged versions over the "tightening" kind which tend to slip with me.

of them all i prefer the LM "S" version for field use. it has notched legs and a swivel for use on uneven ground which save tons of time fooling around to get things level.

only negatives are: being more expensive, slightly heavier and the swivel system also make the whole 'pod sit a bit highly higher over the leg's pivot point.

the problem with the last negative is that if you happen to have a very top-heavy rifle on uneven ground, it has a slightly greater tendency to fall over if not correctly balanced, and if the swivel friction adjustment is set too loose, before letting go of it all.

retail is around $130 but discounted to around $100

 

[boomer1]

I just installed a Harris BRM-S bipod on my new Ruger M77-GS rifle. It was about $90 on sale at Midway. This is my first bipod purchase. It is a shorter model, is intended for bench use, only extends 6 - 9 inches. I also installed a pod lock lever, to better control the swivel of the bipod. The notch legs seem to be a better leg extension system than the friction leg system. The install to the front sling swivel stud was a snap. There are two attachment points available on the bipod for the sling swivel. It is very well made and provides a sturdy platform.

In retrospective, the longer 9 - 13 inch model (BLM-S) may be a better choice, but probably with a heavier weight. Just trying to accessorize my new Gunsite Scout rifle.....sling, scope, extra mags, bipod, case....If you are interested in a bipod, consider a Harris bipod, and the sale at Midway helps too.

boomer 8)

 

[6mmsl]

I have used and hunted with possibly every combination of bipod- I probably should just learn to shoot better without one.

As for the Harris the 9-13 1A2 is one of their top sellers. For me it worked well as a light field bipod but was definitely too high for bench shooting comfortably. Prone it sat high but was manageable in the field. I like systems that I don't have to fiddle with too much when getting in position-field hunting when moving around requires quick set-ups. I use the 25c swivel always in the field when hunting coyotes .I often these days use plain shooting sticks that do not attach to the rifle-that way I have many more options.Bunnies I rarely use sticks. Leg notches are nice again too much to fiddle with - I just like to pull the first or second leg out and make it work from their-again speed during set-up usually is a priority.

Anyways for your type of hunting the 1A2 would work-I would get the swivel version-heavier but you are able to line up quicker.

The 1A2 is 9-13 and the BR is 6-9 - I wish they made a 6-13 but they do not.

 

[toysoldier]

I picked up a Harris bipod at a yard sale for $5.

 

[boomer1]

Excellent catch!!!

boomer 8)

 

[sp]

I have 2 Harris Bi Pods, a short one that extends somewhat more than 1 foot and another that extends about 3 feet. The short one is used prone or over hay bales or whatever and the longer one used to get me over grass or weeds while sitting. When using either I try to put the feet on a somewhat resilient surfaces to minimize bouncing when I touch the shot off. I also push forward on the bipods. Both bipods are light weight and I try to have both available but it takes time to swap them.

When you asked about maximum ranges for the .308 Win a great volume of responses occured. I am not about to spend time in swaping bipods to take that 400 yard shot at a deer.

 

[Snake45]

I picked up a Harris bipod at a yard sale for $5.

One came free on a used rifle I bought. It was missing one of the leg-springs and therefore useless. A few years later I decided I wanted to try using the thing and called Harris to see if they'd sell me a new spring. All the nice lady who answered the phone said was, "What's your mailing address, honey?" I had a new spring, gratis, in three days! You can't beat service like that.

Haven't had need to buy another Harris bipod but to pay them back, I tell that story every good chance I get. :wink:

 

[sp]

See... there is justice in the world after all