Mosin Nagant- Bi-pod?

[tec]

First off, I have to say- having a Mosin Nagant makes the movie 'Enemy at the Gates' about 100x better. To actually see the rifle in combat killing Nazis is... well, awesome.

Back on track now. I want to purchase a cheap bi-pod for my Mosin; to make it a little more stable aiming at longer range targets. I am going shooting this weekend and I'd like to be able to hit smaller sized targets (roughly 8inx8in) at 150m+. I have two questions:

1) Does anyone have any experience with a bi-pod on a Mosin?
2) Is it legal to put a bi-pod on a Mosin?

I have been educating myself on the laws, but I still have loads to learn. I certainly don't want to break the 922(r) law of having a modified rifle with more than ten foreign made parts. That being said, not having a bi-pod isn't going to make a large negative impact on the shooting. I always have the option of using the terrain to my advantage, although I think it would be pretty neat to have a bi-pod. Any and all information regarding this would be greatly appreciated, thanks!

[knight0334]

1. no experience with bipod+mosins
2. it is perfectly legal.. **{trying to figure why a bipod would be illegal??}**

922 pertains to semi-auto "nonsporting" firearms. if it pertained to bolt, pump, semi-auto(sporting type), etc - then 80% of the rifles brought into this country today would be illegal.

[Hawk]

Are you looking for a bipod to use from the prone position? If so, all you need is one of these:
http://www.gunaccessories.com/Bipods/index.asp

It's the first one - universal, no mounting needed, not positive it will work on you rifle. If not, just go to Gander mountain and buy a Harris stud mount Bipod, all you need to do is drill a hole in your stock and install the stud for the bipod.

BTW, if you learn how to use a sling you could hit 8" targets at 150m from prone or sitting and forget about the bipod.

Hawk,

[Koli01]

Originally Posted by Hawk

BTW, if you learn how to use a sling you could hit 8" targets at 150m from prone or sitting and forget about the bipod.

Hawk,

Sorry, but I have to say it. Forget the crutch. Learn to shoot. You should be able to hit 8x8 at 150 m from prone.

[tec]

Originally Posted by Koli01

Sorry, but I have to say it. Forget the crutch. Learn to shoot. You should be able to hit 8x8 at 150 m from prone.

I didn't say I don't know how to shoot. I just think it might be a bit easier to hit things at a distance with a bi-pod. Along the same lines, ammunition isn't cheap. I'd rather make every shot count and not waste bullets.

[Koli01]

Originally Posted by tec

I didn't say I don't know how to shoot. I just think it might be a bit easier to hit things at a distance with a bi-pod. Along the same lines, ammunition isn't cheap. I'd rather make every shot count and not waste bullets.

No problem. Yes, it is much easier w/ bipod, even better with solid or sandbag rest.

[Hawk]

Originally Posted by Koli01

Sorry, but I have to say it. Forget the crutch. Learn to shoot. You should be able to hit 8x8 at 150 m from prone.

Koli,
Is the sling or the bipod the "crutch" I'm so confused????

Hawk,

[Koli01]

Originally Posted by Hawk

Koli,
Is the sling or the bipod the "crutch" I'm so confused????

Hawk,

I ment the bipod. It is just not natural for the mosin.

[PA Rifleman]

Originally Posted by tec

...
1) Does anyone have any experience with a bi-pod on a Mosin?
2) Is it legal to put a bi-pod on a Mosin?

...

Legal, in the Federal, state & local context, yes. It shouldn't be, but it is. Happily you discovered this void in the law and we'll patch it up soon.

If you want training wheels on your Harley, that's up to you.

[Mity2]

interesting idea to use bipod.

Eventho I think Mosin was originally intended to use dead comrad as substitute bipod..


Hey bytheway, speaking of "Enemy at gate", you guys ever noticed that Modin Nagant's bolt are in opposit side of where it should be on pictured in front of DVD case?