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March 10, 2019, 11:53 AM | #26 |
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I used to keep bipods on my rifles but have come to prefer bags.
Bags plus squeeze socks are awesome. I take squirrels with head shots at 100 yards. Regards, Josh |
March 10, 2019, 11:59 AM | #27 |
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What about extreme long range prone shots?
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March 10, 2019, 05:20 PM | #30 |
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Great article unclenick! thanks much for that. It's funny--it seems like if you look around enough , you'll eventually find two shooters with opposite opinions and approaches but each still achieve exceptional results.
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March 12, 2019, 02:43 AM | #31 |
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F-class
There is a whole range of competition known as F-class that is shot prone, with a rear bag and a front rest, either bipod or mechanical. That shooting goes out to 1200 yds that I am aware of and maybe beyond. F-class is broken into two classes, F-Open and F-TR. Without going into a lot of detail F-TR is .223 or .308, with a rear bag and a bipod front. Their are some very specialized bipods available, look up Sinclair bipods as example. While a bag or mechanical rest is theoretically more stable, there is some very good shooting done in F-TR from a bipod.
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March 12, 2019, 05:45 AM | #32 |
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Let me get down to nut's n bolts to what I'm trying to get at. I'm not a long or extended range shooter as of yet--so obviously I don't have an informed opinion one way or the other based on actual experience--which is why I'm asking here.
When I look at all the utube stuff on extreme range shooting--like the king of 2 mile etc.--it appears to me that most of the exceptional shooters use bipods for their front support. I'm assuming at those kinds of ranges these shooters have done everything they can to reduce induced flaws to accuracy and precision in their systems.
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March 12, 2019, 08:59 AM | #33 |
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Hopefully not intruding, if so please disregard the post.
Is there a bag that is good for bench? I currently use this one: https://www.brownells.com/shooting-a...nt=100-027-025 I filled it with cat litter and I noticed when using the bag, the rifle sinks on the bag, enough to where I have to "adjust" the bag. I can only think the litter does get crush enough that causes the rifle to sink. Perhaps, I just got a cheap bag/correct bag and/or need to fill it with something better (more solid). |
March 12, 2019, 09:09 AM | #34 |
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I actually use almost exclusive bags off the bench--but unless they are filled rock-solid I find the contents is always shifting and settling--especially with the big bangers.
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Yet, it is very stable once arranged for a specific shot. I would use the bags more often if I could find a lighter medium that would provide the same stability.
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March 12, 2019, 11:48 AM | #38 |
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If testing the accuracy limits of load/rifle am getting better accuracy with bags front/back and off a bench. Have moved toward not using a front bag, as realistically won't have one with me immediately,shooting off the ground and considering starting to get away from a rear bag. Am cognizant accuracy may suffer.
Used to hunt and test the hunting rifles/loads on bags, but had to remember to actually sight them in by resting them/gripping them like they would be held in the field. |
March 12, 2019, 06:49 PM | #39 |
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When I started to use bipods it was after I had acquired all the data that was pertinent to me. For example, as I did loads for my rifles I used a front and rear bags to get the most consistent and repeatable shot groups with a specific load that the rifles would like. Once I got the load for those rifles I shot groups and did a ladder test at 300 yards for confirmation. Now that I know what is best load for my specific rifle I know in my heart that is the most accurate load. Too me what ever variances occur because I am using a bipod or shooting sticks I know that the rifle has the most accurate loads it likes. As I am not a competition shooter but more of a hunter I find the variances so minuscule that it does not affect point of impact for a humane kill, given that you have a specific size target for the vital organs.
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I though the sturdier the bag, the better. When that happens I feel as when looking through scope, The rifle sits lower and uncomfortable thus making me adjust the bag.
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I went back out today and retested both my 300 win mag and my new 338 lapua savage 110 (which is fast becoming one of my favorite centerfire rifles) and shot both using my harris bipod. My 300 win mag results with the berger 210.10 remained disappointing; both in terms of accuracy as well as the chrono numbers. I've never been very good at figuring out the "berger mojo."
It was pretty cold and windy today after it clouded over; here's the last 4 shot group of 230 gr eldx 338 lapua driven by H1000 I shot at 100 yds off the bipod. The last two shots went through the same hole near the bulls--I'm floored by how well and soft shooting the savage 110 shoots this powerful cartridge.
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March 13, 2019, 08:03 PM | #42 |
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I made a squeeze bag using deer hide because it’s so soft. Then I had a 25 lb bag of birdshot. Filled it, but not too full. It’s great. And I have Atlas Bipods.
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March 16, 2019, 12:55 PM | #43 |
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I don't think its a right or wrong.
I used a front bag and a rear bag and do well. All my stuff is bench rest target and it suits that really well. It would not do for Varmint shooting.
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March 16, 2019, 02:31 PM | #44 |
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This sounds good. Some just use a sling and the ground.
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If you are into 3 position shooting then the bi pod if allowed is good on the ground and better than nothing for sure.
I can't do the holds anymore so I focus on pure bench rest.
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Never learned to shoot properly with a sling. While am transitioning to shooting off the ground with a bipod, it is difficult for me to stand up/get down too much. Just glad to be still able to shoot, although can't be out in the sun unless masked up.
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March 16, 2019, 07:07 PM | #47 |
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I tried both , prefer a ridgid Harris bi pod , just have to learn how to use them . I only shoot benchrest never got into competing , just enjoy shooting with friends .Some of my friends do compete using front rests , bags and bi pods .We all shoot well , I guess it's what ever you shoot best with .
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March 17, 2019, 09:03 PM | #49 |
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This article may interest you: Bugholes from a Bipod.
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Not sure if any one mentioned it but putting some padding under the bipod legs on the bench will help.
I like the bipod but like others I think the bag probably produces better shooting.
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