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Atlas Bipods, worth the price??
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<blockquote data-quote="Greyfox" data-source="post: 783634" data-attributes="member: 10291"><p>I just got an Atlas after using a Harris for several years. Overall, i think it is well worth the extra costs. As most posts have stated, it is superb quality, and an issue that deters some from buying one which is the need for a Picatinney rail is no issue using the SRS mounts which easily accommodate a standard sling swivel stud. You do need a two stud arrangement though. My Milspec came this way, as did my McMillan A3. I just needed to use a brass washer to get the swivel stud high enough to attach the swivel. The single biggest benefit in my view is the slack that is built into the legs which enables a more consistent loading of the bipod compared to the Harris. There is no pressure required regardless of the amount the legs are extended and the Atlas enables 3/8" of straight back rearward movement of the barrel upon discharge. Unlike the Harris, loading of the legs can be achieved with the rubber feet on smooth surfaces like a wooden platform. No bounce. I have been able to duplicate my group size and POI using the Atlas whether off a wooden bench or prone on the ground. A big plus! It's very well made, and the quick detach accessory is fast and easy. Out of the box, the the swivel joint and adjustment wheel that enables leveling and side to side movement is very stiff and requires some breaking in and a little spray lube to work well. I just ordered the leg extensions to get the same height as my 9-13" Harris, </p><p>required in some shooting situations. The only shortcoming of the Atlas compared to the Harris is needing to depress the buttons to drop the legs. If fast action is required to get into position, it's awkward if you're used to just snapping the legs down on the Harris. Not a big deal though. Just have to practice. I wish I bought one sooner.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Greyfox, post: 783634, member: 10291"] I just got an Atlas after using a Harris for several years. Overall, i think it is well worth the extra costs. As most posts have stated, it is superb quality, and an issue that deters some from buying one which is the need for a Picatinney rail is no issue using the SRS mounts which easily accommodate a standard sling swivel stud. You do need a two stud arrangement though. My Milspec came this way, as did my McMillan A3. I just needed to use a brass washer to get the swivel stud high enough to attach the swivel. The single biggest benefit in my view is the slack that is built into the legs which enables a more consistent loading of the bipod compared to the Harris. There is no pressure required regardless of the amount the legs are extended and the Atlas enables 3/8" of straight back rearward movement of the barrel upon discharge. Unlike the Harris, loading of the legs can be achieved with the rubber feet on smooth surfaces like a wooden platform. No bounce. I have been able to duplicate my group size and POI using the Atlas whether off a wooden bench or prone on the ground. A big plus! It's very well made, and the quick detach accessory is fast and easy. Out of the box, the the swivel joint and adjustment wheel that enables leveling and side to side movement is very stiff and requires some breaking in and a little spray lube to work well. I just ordered the leg extensions to get the same height as my 9-13" Harris, required in some shooting situations. The only shortcoming of the Atlas compared to the Harris is needing to depress the buttons to drop the legs. If fast action is required to get into position, it's awkward if you're used to just snapping the legs down on the Harris. Not a big deal though. Just have to practice. I wish I bought one sooner. [/QUOTE]
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