(Part 2) Best hunting gun monopods & bipods according to redditors
We found 222 Reddit comments discussing the best hunting gun monopods & bipods. We ranked the 94 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
Are you sure you want a hard plastic case?
Like, are you really sure? Because there are a lot of really good soft cases that do the same job as long as you aren't going to be taking it onto an airplane.
Like this one
If you want a really tough case - Pelican 1750.
A lesser case - Pelican iM3300.
Monopod
Bipod
or one that matches your monopod
https://www.amazon.com/UTG-Rubber-Armored-Bipod-Height/dp/B06VV3MH76/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1502640249&sr=8-9&keywords=utg+bipod
Its solid as fuck one of the best I've owned.
I'd ditch the idea of using a R700, go Tikka Compact Tactical Rifle or Bergara HMR.
Bergara comes with a fully adjustable stock (adjustable cheek riser and length of pull via spacers). I'm not the biggest fan of the factory stock on Tikkas but they are rigid, and a KRG Bravo would be a budget friendly upgrade for the future.
Midway is having a sale on a Vortex Viper PST Gen2 3-15x44 w/ EBR-2C reticle and 1st Focal Plane for $599 shipped
A good bipod to start out with is a Harris HBLMS 9"-13" with the podlock to "lock out the bipod."
It's on Amazon for $100+$26 for the podlock
The podlock can be seen in "Frequently Bought Together" on the product page.
I've never had an issue with keeping my face on the gun and running a bolt while shooting right or left handed.
Only thing I have left, is why 308 and not 6.5 Creedmore?
Aftermarket: https://www.amazon.com/Defense-Tabor-Quick-Deployment-Bipod/dp/B015S893TW
If I get a Harris bipod for my AR (quad rail) do they make one specifically for picatinny rails or do i need one of these bad mamajamas to mount it?
Ruger American Predator in 6.5 Creedmoor.
So I'm pretty new to long range shooting. Like really new, so please take this as someone in your shoes rather than an experts point of view.
I started researching about 2 months ago, bought a gun 2 weeks ago, and 3 days ago I was ringing steel at 500 yards (first fucking shot at 500 too!!). Now I had a lot of help. My girlfriend's brother is very talented and experienced in long range shooting. He has just about every type, style, and caliber long gun you would want in this sport. With his guidance I bought this.
This is my setup:
All in I'm at just over $700.00 (including my first box of ammo).
My motivation behind this purchase is 2 things.
I'm all dialed in at 200 yards and pretty excited to hit the range again later this week. I hope to be hitting 1000 yards if the wind isn't so bad next time. I could have spent less, but there is no denying that the hype behind the 6.5 American made predator is real.
Good luck, be safe, and happy shooting!
Edit: Because I can't computer and linked things wrong
There's always this option I guess if you want a minimalist look and don't plan on removing the bipod very often, risking losing the little piece.
looks like a FAB Defense Bipod for Tavors
Atlas are top of the line, however Harris are the measuring stick everything is compared to. I have both Harris and Caldwell 9"-13" that have rotation and notched legs. The Caldwell is a piece of junk in comparison.
Harris Bipods HBLMS 9-13
The bipod mounted on your gas block will shift your POI for sure.
If you mount it on a FF tube, you wont get that POI shift.
Over the UTG, a Harris is going to be higher quality. I dont think that the Harris is worth the amount they're asking for but no one is putting out that level of quality for cheaper unfortunately. I have a Caldwell that comes close, but is still loose in areas and gets annoying.
If you look over in r/gundeals, theres sometimes sales on harris. For example, here:
http://opticscamp.com/181-harris-bipods
You dont have to spend $50 on a picatinny to sling point adapter though.
http://opticscamp.com/harris-bipods/1159-harris-number-6a-adapter.html
http://www.amazon.com/Quick-Detach-Adapter-Picatinny-Weaver/dp/B00LEBNIGW/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1426351938&sr=8-4&keywords=harris+bipod+adapter
http://www.amazon.com/Harris-Adaptor-picitinny-Weaver-compatible/dp/B004MCLGV4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1426351938&sr=8-3&keywords=harris+bipod+adapter
If i were to spend $200 on a bipod however, I would just go up and get an Atlas.
Now, whether or not it's worth it to you to get a bipod over a bolt. It really depends on your purpose. You mention bench gun, so a good bipod mounted on a free floated handguard is going to make a world of difference over your current setup. This is assuming that you're continuing on bench gun setup and you're trying to squeeze as much accuracy out of it. That and it's an accurate gun in the first place.
A coated bolt will be just that, it'll make life a little easier when cleaning. What kind of coating though? Chromed BCG is going to be the easiest and you just need a towel. NiB, in my experience is a little slicker but not amazingly easier to clean than a nitrided bolt. If you NiB, I'd just get one from Aimsurplus and call it a day.
For accuracy's sake I would prioritize a FF handguard, then mounting the bipod on that, then BCG last.
If just blasting and accuracy doesnt matter, it's whatever the wind blows in your favor.
I hope I answered your question.
Yeah, pretty sure it's this one. it was super cheap and the spring rattle is pretty loud but for a cheapie bipod it fits my needs pretty well. Mine didn't come CVlife branded though.
If you're feeling a little more wealthy than the $16 bipod I really like my buddy's caldwell pivot. it sits a bit higher with the legs out and can pivot to adjust if your bench isnt even.
Thanks! This is the bipod, but I am getting another one that doesn't attach to the barrel.
A rifle rest. Trying to prop my rifle up on my bag and sandbags was a nightmare, taking an otherwise unused bipod (and the accompanying rail section) on and off my handguards was a pain in the ass, I finally bought one of these and have since zeroed all of my rifles effortlessly.
A two-wheeler / hand truck. The worst part of every range trip is carrying shit to and from the car from the last spot in the parking lot. My ammo can, rifle bag, and spotting scope all fit on this hand truck with a couple of bungee cords and just leave my target stand to haul out manually.
A quality target stand. My range sells cardboard A-frame target stands that blow over in a light breeze, sag when they get wet, and are too short to shoot at less than 25 yards or so, which was certainly too far for me to make any use of with a handgun. I built a square-framed two-legged target stand out of 2x2s and PVC pipe to remedy the situation, but it's a heavy bastard made of smooth, droppable surfaces and 6-foot lengths of ungainliness. I picked up the Range-Pro and now all I have to do is stick a pair of 2x1s in and staple away. I'd also say the Juggernaut is probably worth the extra dosh, the Range-Pro is a little unstable on the front-to-back axis if you're on uneven ground in the wind.
Sight Adjustment Tools (AK / AR). Quit dicking around with that cartridge (or in the case of the AK, that flint and piece of whale bone) and get the tool. The AR tool is also good for Tech Sights.
A one-piece rifle-length cleaning rod. I actually picked mine up (mine was a nylon number, not the model linked) from Wal-Mart for about $7, and it's a huge improvement over the 3-4 piece brass rod you get with every cleaning kit. No dicking around with thread adapters or having the rod too inflexible to get down an AK barrel from the breach, you just stick your brush / jag on the end and go, and it's maybe a third of the weight. Side note: Wal-Mart sells AK cleaning rods by the 10-pack, just in case you're a fucking lunatic.
Would I be able to get a bipod with an M-LOK adapter? This was the bipod I wanted to get and I was wondering if this would fit my rifle?
XAegis Carbon Fiber 6"- 9" Rifle Bipod with M-lok Adapter for Hunting & Shooting Carbon Bipod
I got the barrel band and the "Sniper profile" bipod from UTG last week and so far I like it a lot! My only complaint is that the ring to extend the bipod's legs can be a bit tight sometimes...
XAegis Carbon Fiber 6"- 9" Rifle Bipod with M-lok Adapter for Hunting & Shooting Carbon Bipod https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GWGVTWC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_NUBwDb666C7YF
I like the Tekmat. Will def get that. How about this to go along with it
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Maybe something that clamps onto the barrel? Kind of ghetto but it'll work.
https://www.amazon.com/UTG-Clamp-Sniper-Rubber-Center/dp/B001WJ59BI
UTG make some good ones for the money.
I just picked these up. https://www.amazon.com/UTG-Leapers-TL-BP20Q-Armored-Detachable/dp/B06VV3MH76/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1549542262&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=utg+bipod&dpPl=1&dpID=31tak512CFL&ref=plSrch
I have heard many good things about Green Blob as well.
You don't need to get a new one, you just need one of these.
Both Caldwell and the Harris bipods they're copied from have a little trouble with the tilt feature, as the thumb screws used aren't large enough to torque them enough to tighten them.
Also, both bipods are backward.
I have Tikka t3x ctr with Harris HBRMS bipod (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N07T049/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1), Vortex Viper PST Gen II ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MZ871IV/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1), badger ordnance uni mount with 20 MOA base ( https://swfa.com/badger-ordnance-30mm-1-piece-ringmount-5.html )
Not a deal
https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B01N07T049/ref=dp_olp_new_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=new
I just ordered this one last week, and it works great.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071KB1D52/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
All I've ever seen was the lone wolf adapter but this one looks nice and adds rail. It doesn't completely seal the front.
Recover Tactical GR19L Rail... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R4PX755?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
ammo is the biggest factor when shooting 22. I'd suggest you try CCI standard velocity to start, or any match grade 22 ammo that is standard velocity, which will be much more accurate than the supersonic stuff. My CZ 455 really shoots Lapua Center-X ammo well, as well as the pricier Eley stuff.
You'd also do better with a bipod to get a more stable base to shoot from. You don't even have to spend that much
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for a scope, I have a Bushnell "rimfire optics" model on my CZ 455, it was ~$140 and I have much nicer scopes I could swap it for, but I have yet to do so because it's worked so well for me. This model looks pretty good, I have the next tier up with more magnification but it seems to be discontinued. It has a ton of elevation available for adjustment, I've shot out to 300 with it, and even 500 with holdover past it's adjustment range. Get a rail to mount it on, and you'd be good to go.
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Where do you live in MA? The south shore area hosts monthly informal 22 rifle matches at area clubs, and they are open to all and very helpful to beginners.
XAegis Carbon Fiber 6"- 9" Rifle Bipod with Adapter -Picatinny M-LOK Keymod, Carbon Bipod for Hunting&Shooting https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C8FJNC1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8yrlDbAN11C34
>I second this. Looks nice, and it's made in china so my wallet will probably like it.
Caldwell rest. This is apparently what the new version of it is ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007Y8SBW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 )
This sling stud is what I use. If you have a slim handguard you may need to remove it to install the stud. Haven't had any problems using it with a cheapo amazon 6-9" bipod.
Non-mobile: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G1E5CJ8/ref=pd_aw_sim_sg_3?refRID=0WBERZ6TMB3DPA80NSXX
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Because you can get every bit of performance you'll need for a 6 lb rimfire from a $20 bipod of the same design. What you're looking at are made for rifles 10 lbs heavier.
Thusly: https://www.amazon.com/CVLIFE-Inches-Rifle-Bipod-Adapter/dp/B007UT3O3O/ref=sr_1_10?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1492568984&sr=1-10&keywords=bipod
That's built by Atlas. I like it, though it is a bit heavier than some like.
https://smile.amazon.com/Accushot-Atlas-Bipod-Standard-Screw/dp/B003KOX294/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1504444886&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=accushot+atlas&psc=1&smid=A3VDBPE82S43CG
I use THIS it attaches to your front swivel mount in a flash. I use it while zeroing sights
BUY THIS it's made to attach to your front sling swivel but also comes with an adapter so you can use it on any gun that has a rail. OR THIS if you don't need the adapter.
I have two of these and am happy with them. Nice and stable strong springs on legs. Currently $35 w/ prime Caldwell XLA Pivot 9-13"
I have both of these on my Savage..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001JJCHWK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001WJ59BI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Very pleased with the scope for $40..
Aim Sports AK/SKS Bipod, Small, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000R2ZMTA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_D6XqAmyixeHsL
If it's only going to be used like a few times a year I say save some dough and get a utg. UTG Low-Profile Deluxe Universal Picatinny & Swivel-Stud Bipod https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000JIJ6Z8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_J4AEyb8WM60FC of course if your serious about your shooting and do it often Atlas all the way.
I paid 138 and that's including shipping. IMO a very good deal. Also there is a cheap amazon qd.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00G1E5CJ8/ref=pd_aw_sim_sg_3?refRID=0WBERZ6TMB3DPA80NSXX
Of you go that route just but off amazon. Total would be under $100
Go with this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B007UT3O3O/
Cheap, stable, solid lockup when retracted, not made of chinesium, just throw some blue loctite on the thread before tightening and you're golden. Spend the extra $50-100 for a brand name on ammo instead.
I have this one for my takedown, and like it quite a bit:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JIJ6Z8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1