This bipod is pretty solid. I have used many Bipods on both hunting rifles and AR platforms and this is by far the best investment I have made on one. As soon as it came in I slapped it on and tried it out, it isn't quite long enough to clear the magazine when the rifle rests but when shooting provides ample space for the magazine to sit freely and even change mags without having to lift the rifle. It is very sturdy as I was able to lean into the bipod and put force on it without it bending or giving way to the weight (208 lbs.) I was also able to fire 200 rounds of 5.56 without any issues. The only negative I really experienced with this bipod is sometimes the legs don't lock in the extended position right away (but I never shoot with the legs extended anyway, I prefer to keep a lower profile). With how sturdy it is I was able to zero my EOTech/magnifier combo within 15 rounds which saved me loads of time compared to my other bipods. Overall I would say this bipod is WELL worth the money paid for it and than some. Definitely would recommend to another person and purchase it again.

This is a great bipod! I attached it to my Ruger 10/22 by connecting it to a Pro Mag Tactical Barrel Band I bought on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/ProMag-Ruger-Carbine-Tactical-Barrel/dp/B003BAAJVG. This way I can have a picatinny rail under my gun without replacing the whole stock. It has everything I would want! My only gripe is the panning function is SUPER TIGHT. Below in my review I'll explain how to adjust it.

PROS:

LEGS-
I like that the legs extenders (the part that makes the legs longer) are spring loaded. So when you have the legs extended then turn the locking knob they slide back into the bipod. The springs are not so strong as to make extending the legs difficult yet are strong enough to effortlessly retract the legs. Also I like that this function uses a lock wheel. Many other bipods have notches in the legs therefore you have to choose between preset lengths. With this design you have infinite decision in how long or short EACH leg is. This helps with uneven ground placement.

The springs that fold the legs in and out are SUPER STRONG. They might loosen up a little over time but be careful with your fingers. Honestly I'd rather have them be too strong then too weak. I have no fear of the legs ever extending or collapsing unless I purposely choose to do so. There is also thick (~1/4 inch) steel tabs that prevent the legs from over extending. I don't see there being a chance of these tabs ever bending unless you have a really heavy rifle or put serious forward force on the gun while the bipod is down.

RUBBER FEET-
The rubber feet are good rubber with convex ridges for increased grip. The convex shape (like the bottom, outside of a bowl) makes it easier to "rock" the bipod allowing you to tilt up and down while still keeping the bipod feet planted. I was also impressed that the rubber feet have a hole on the side where a small hex screw is screwing them into the legs (refer to my picture). This means there isn't a chance of the rubber feet falling off. That small detail is a testament to the bipod's quality.

BUILD-
EVERYTHING on this bipod is solid, thick gauge steel coated in black (except the rubber feet). It is serious quality! I received mine well oiled too. I did notice the paint on the legs begins to scratch off as you extend and retract the leg length, however this is unavoidable on any bipod.

The mounting base attachment on the top that connects the bipod to a rail or optional (and included) swivel stud mount is also solid metal. If anything wiggles or is loose when using this you can rest assure it is due to some other weak link on your rifle or not tightening it enough to the rifle. Even the small hex screws are made of solid metal. When I had to adjust the panning I was afraid I was going to strip the small hex screw because it was so tight but it didn't strip at all.

CONS:

PANNING-
This bipod has a panning function. Many people state it does not but that is because it is SUPER TIGHT and seems like it doesn't. It states in the included manual that it allows you to pan 15 degrees. However the bolt connecting the bipod to its mounting base is ridiculously tight! I could barely get it to pan. Luckily I read in the question section how to loosen it and was successful.

HOW TO ADJUST PANNING:
To adjust the panning you will need:
- #6 hex bit for a ratchet (or ratchet screwdriver)
- T8 torx bit

Under the mounting base dovetail there is one large bolt. On the side of that bolt is a smaller hex screw which is perpendicular to the bolt (refer to my pictures). This smaller screw tightens the bolt. You will FIRST have to unscrew the small hex bolt with your T8 bit. Once that is out you can loosen the large bolt with the #6 hex bit. Once done you can screw back in the smaller hex screw. This will allow you to easily use the pan function.

IF YOU DO NOT WANT PANNING then you can either tighten these same bolts and/or use medium strength blue loctite/permatex.

IF YOU WANT TO INCREASE THE PANNING you can take the bolt completely out and add a washer to the top of it. This will give an extra gap of space along with a surface to move against allow for up to 180 degrees of panning.

*I DID NOT receive any discounts for leaving a review. I'm just a regular buyer who payed full price and was really impressed with this bipod.*

Mounted to a Savage Axis II XP in 6.5 Creedmoor. I have't had a chance to go to the range, but overall the bipod was easy to install onto the sling swivel mount, and provides an additional sling swivel mount so you can still use a sling. Overall it seems like a sturdy product and meets the description. I will update my review if anything changes as time goes on.

Good bipod. I would recommend this bipod to anyone who is using it on .22s, pellet guns, and air soft rifles. However, I would not recommend this bipod to anyone who is looking to put it on a large caliber rifle (It loosens easily because of the recoil). For a large caliber rifle just spend the extra money and get the BlackHawk Sportster bipod. The sportster is much sturdier and doesn't have any trouble with standing large amounts of recoil.

Pros:
Pretty sturdy.
Well made.
Easy to use.
Cheap.

Cons:
Only good for small caliber rifles and pellet guns.
No pivot or Traverse.

I am really happy with this Bi-Pod. I have it mounted on my Savage Mark II GL .22 Long Rifle and I am really pleased. Everywhere I looked and in pretty much all bipod reviews on Amazon, folks talk about Harris Harris Harris... Well I have never owned a Harris but I can tell a quality item when I see one. I'll start with the thing that concerned my most in case anyone else has the same question I did - this bipod will not mar the finish of your nice wood stock. The mount that is used for swivel stud installation has a nice foam pad on it that sits between the bipod mount and the rifle stock so no metal touches the wood (or laminate for that mater) stock.

Installation was a breeze. For swivel stud installation, you simply installation a small metal piece over your existing swivel stud, which then has a small screw that goes through the existing swivel stud hole to secure that piece to your stud. You then take the mounting plate and place it over the swivel stud. Once that is in place, there is a metal washer that goes over the swivel stud that you tighten down to secure the mounting plate to the stud and your rifle. Your rifle now essentially has a weaver mount on it, to which the bipod attaches. You but the weaver mount on the bipod onto the new weaver mounting plate and tight down a single nut and voila - you have a bipod on your rifle. When installing I recommend using BLUE loctite to keep everything nice and tight. Also consider direction of the bipod. I mounted mine so that the legs folder towards the muzzle of the rifle, and I installed the mounting plate so that the bulk of it goes towards the muzzle as well. Installing it this way will still allow you to shot the rifle offhand and also allows you to put forward pressure on the bipod without fear of the legs wanting to collapse.

When mounted, the legs fold parallel to the rifle and do not add much girth. With the bipod installed, my rifle still fits nicely into my single scoped rifle plano case, which I also purchased on Amazon.

I've put over 600 rounds down range with this bipod on my .22 and it has performed flawlessly thus far. I mainly shoot my .22 from a bench and I am not running and gunning in the jungles of Mozambique, so I cannot attest to it's durability in those situations. Shooting in a field prone or from a bench however, I cannot see how this bipod will not give me many years of service.

I highly recommend this bipod for the casual plinker or even a more advanced shooter. I cannot speak to how this bipod will perform with a high powered rifle like a 25/06, but I would likely give it a try if I had such a rifle.

Happy shooting. Stay safe.