One of the reviews noted that this bipod has built-in 3-axis pivoting - can you explain how that works?
1982172
Not sure what they mean by 3-axis pivoting...it has a small amount of side to side (or roll) movement to allow for cant instead of having to adjust one leg for cant but no 3-axis pivoting. A 3-axis mount would be like a helicopter gun mount...can move up,down and side to side freely. They are not 3-axis but great bipods.
1982173
You can roll the gun side to side on the S models, but be forwarned, Harris sells a lever style tension knob called a Pod Lock for $29.99. Without it or a clone, the swivel function can't be locked unless you use vice grips. This should have been included with this bipod since it's virtually unusable without it. I refused to give Harris more $ for something they should have included and got one from t-nuts dot com for a 3rd of the price and great quality.
1982174
it means this bipods allows you to move your rifle in three ways: 1- Up and Down; 2 - Left and Right (Roll); 3 - Tilt your rifle sideway to the Left and the Right - useful when the biponds is sitting on un-even ground.
166887
The bipod does have a swivel stud on it for mounting a sling so you can mount the bipod on the stock, then attach a sling to be bipod. As far as the pod loc: I do not use one and it does just fine but I've heard guys that have them say it's a must buy. Just up to you. I tighten mine down as much as I feel is necessary, the. Don't touch it again so I don't think I would benefit from one.
1510458
No this model is not the pivoting model. This attaches to the stock with no movement. This looks great on a bolt action but a little to big for an AR IMO. Overall great bipod
1907563
Hi! It folds forwards only. It´s very sturdy - in fact it´s more stable than a Harris. The only better Bipod i have is the Atlas but it costs tenfold too. ### VILLE
2272849
The one i bought actually swivels, not rotates. It helps with leveling the scope when shooting on uneven terrain. If you want the swivel option you'll have to buy an attachment like i did for my AR15. But it's worth it the Harris bipods are the best.
564062
I use it with a Harris BiPod on a Sig 516 with little complaint. The only issue I found is that the mount was slightly loose (wiggley) when cammed all the way down. A piece of vinyl electrical tape along the inside of the mount was enough to fix the shimmy.
196516
The sling swivel in this device is loose and does rotate and wobble (rattle) slightly, but this device is not designed to attach a sling to it. It is a quick release mount for a Harris style bipod. Once a bipod is mounted to it via the sling swivel, the swivel will be tight and not move or rattle. This allows instant on and off or adjustment (by position) of a Harris, Stony Point, Caldwell, Blackhawk, or Chinese copy style bipod. It you want to mount a sling there are much more solid and compact units available.
1369469
Mine rotates to some extent [more like a pivot?]. It's nice to be able to shift the beam on trails when someone is walking towards me so I'm not blinding them.
2194690
I bought 2 of these. Both came w/ the "top hat" feature you mentioned. I think that feature is a plus. Adds more tactile control when setting up the bipod.
1238818
Can't answer as I have the tripod that was sent in error instead of the bipod that they allowed me to keep.
196515
Swivel does not rotate, your bipod is as sturdy as it's designed to be, if it's cheap it will wiggle. I've had not problem using it, just make sure everything is tight.
2021596
You should have a swivel stud on the stock. If you turn the stock (or whole rifle) upside down, and set the bipod on it, you'll see how it clamps on.
1433627
It does NOT rotate or pivot. Other than that, a very nice bipod for the price. The only issue I have had is this: one of the pins that hold the bipod to the swivel stud pulls out of the bipod. 3 choices; either put a tack weld on it (like I did), don't take it off the rifle, or put the pin back in every time you move it. Minor complication for the price, if you aren't moving it from gun to gun, or if you have access to a welder or JB weld
1348261
Yes it does allow for pivot in all directions. My son an I use it often while sighting in all of our guns. It is most useful while working on the scope or cleaning the weapons. The only thing I have a problem with is finding a seat that works beside it. Al in all..It is a good investment...
2268918
You could articulate sling attachment by using side of the stock at the front end, bipod is a streatch due to the fact that this is break barrel rifle, you could attach Picatinny rail on to the barrel and use quick detach bipod, very unpractical.Your permanent mount option may be stock underside just behind slot that accommodates cocking mechanism, this is too far back for conventional bipod mount, added weight will be a nuisance and I don't see the benefit, I use Coldwell front and rear sandbags for bench shooting and cleaning, much more practical.
412773
It doesn't pivot. It's a fixed clamp. You can put the clamp in the opposite direction which would show this one showing up instead of showing down.
531510
Yes and no. The arms lock when folded but both still swivel side to side when folded. It's not a deal breaker for me. I believe the benefit to this is to allow your weapon to track a target and pivot on the bipod a little while the legs are extended. It allows the bipod to remain planted while giving you some versatility. When folded up, the legs can still turn side to side. You might be able to tighten something to limit the play in the amount it turns. It kind of annoys me but I guess it's part of the design. The legs will not fold out until you release a button on each leg. Still a great deal for the money. Yes and no. The arms lock when folded but both still swivel side to side when folded. It's not a deal breaker for me. I believe the benefit to this is to allow your weapon to track a target and pivot on the bipod a little while the legs are extended. It allows the bipod to remain planted while giving you some versatility. When folded up, the legs can still turn side to side. You might be able to tighten something to limit the play in the amount it turns. It kind of annoys me but I guess it's part of the design. The legs will not fold out until you release a button on each leg. Still a great... » Read More Yes and no. The arms lock when folded but both still swivel side to side when folded. It's not a deal breaker for me. I believe the benefit to this is to allow your weapon to track a target and pivot on the bipod a little while the legs are extended. It allows the bipod to remain planted while giving you some versatility. When folded up, the legs can still turn side to side. You might be able to tighten something to limit the play in the amount it turns. It kind of annoys me but I guess it's part of the design. The legs will not fold out until you release a button on each leg. Still a great deal for the money. « Show Less