the swivel or non swivel? low or high for my SPR.

Thanks FREE

IMHO,[url=http://ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=2&f=134&t=141435] SWIVEL[/url]!

Ray

My vote is for no bipod, or if you have to have one...make it swivel. (High)

BTT

I don't have an SPR, but I think a lower swivel Harris would be perfect.  I'm sure Wes will chime in but from his pictures it appears that's the MSTN choice too.  I've seen a couple SEAL ones (with the PRI stuff-Mod0?) but did not get to handle them.  Their bipods appeared short and fixed, but I'm not sure.   I know 308 sniper rifles are better shot off packs than bipods, but I think one would be perfect for a true SPR.  

I'm looking forward to your finished project Free, I know you'll do it right.

Well this is what I have so far. My Leupold M3 scope will be arriving this week.

[img]http://pic3.picturetrail.com/VOL16/709417/1822696/35786316.jpg[/img]

Definitely a swivel.  And don't forget to add a POD-LOC to it.

[img]http://members.cox.net/daphotoguy/DPMS_V.jpg[/img]

Definitely the swivel...

When I was shopping for a Harris I thought the low bi-pod (6-9") was good for benchrest target shooting, but the Mid-sized (9-13") gave me more options for different scenarios...

When shooting from benchrest I just open up the bi-pod to it's 9" length, and it's the perfect height. A 6" one(too short) would make me have to hunch over a little, and it would be a hassle to have to extend it every time I wanted to use it...

[sniper2]

I had the taller one (LRM-S), but my MSTN SPR was mated with exactly what Wes described, and it was long enough for me.  Also got the ARMS#32 and podlock as recommended, and I tell you Wes knows what he is talking about.

Additional note:  The shorter one is less weight.  It clears a 30rd mag.  If I need to shoot up I extend the legs which is a snap.  Get the longer one if you plan to shoot aerial targets I suppose.

Get the swivel, and get the low one. I bought the high one at first and it made it nearly impossible to shoot it from the bench. I had to prop the stock up so high it was rediculous and I usually just wound up taking it off and using a bag. I switched to the low one and it is MUCH better. I havent had a problem with the low one in any shooting position I have tried.

I agree with the crowd, I've got the S-BRM on my SPR copy and it works well for me shooting prone or from a bench.

And as Wes mentioned, take a good look at the ARMS #32.  At first I thought it was crazy to spend that much on a bipod mount, but after easily removing/replacing it for cleaning, storage, switching to another rifle, etc... I am convinced that it is worth the extra dough.

I didn't get the pod-lock, but it's on my want list...

ooh, yeah, get the pod lock. Very cool! I didnt have one at first but bought one soon after. Lovin it!

Neither have I - unless it was a glass of beer !

[beer]

A taller blonde doesn't hurt either!
Jack

Sorry guys...what's the pod lock do?  Couldn't find any subjects in the search.

Pod lock is a large lever that will loosen the swivel feature of the bi-pod when thrown one way, and lock it in place when thrown the other.

And it does it quickly, and easily, in a snap!  No little knob to futz with.  Essential for swivel models IMO, and swivel model is what you want.  BRM-S, ARMS #32, Pod-Lock - the ultimate setup as far as I am concerned.

[img]http://photos.ar15.com/ImageGallery/Attachments/DownloadAttach.asp?iImageUnq=13417[/img]
[img]http://photos.ar15.com/ImageGallery/Attachments/DownloadAttach.asp?iImageUnq=13415[/img]

See how it's enough even when not extended and you got a 30rd mag in? (note the pod lock in unstowed position, stows out of the way either side without having to loosen or tighten)
[img]http://photos.ar15.com/ImageGallery/Attachments/DownloadAttach.asp?iImageUnq=14086[/img]

Look at the bipods, one is the BRM-S, the other the LM-S.  They are facing opposite of each other.  The ARMS #32 actually gives you a bit more heighth, but not too much.  Cause of the ARMS #32, they can be mounted and removed in a snap like ARMS's other throw lever mounts. I LOVE IT [:D]
[img]http://photos.ar15.com/ImageGallery/Attachments/DownloadAttach.asp?iImageUnq=15622[/img]

Sorry for the gratuitous display of accessories (and rifles), I am too tired to crop at this point tonight. No, really! Well, if you think it's disgusting, BLAME MSTN CAUSE EVERYTHING YOU SEE IS THEIR FAULT!

I'm with Wes on this one.  Good advice which I followed and I am very happy with.

Try this link . . .

[url]http://www.snipercountry.com/PodLoc.html[/url]