Harris are nice the Sinclair F class is nice both utilize the sling swivel stud, which ever one you get I suggest getting one with a cant adjustment lock.

 

Lots written here in recent months on bipods if you search. Basically, there are two ways to go. You can add a removable Picatinny rail that allows instantaneous on /off of your bipod or you can use a stud mount that takes a bit more time and effort to get your bipod on/off. While I prefer a picatinny type for convenience, I do use both types myself.
From there, you can go with a simple 2 position Harris style or something with more adjustment options like a Atlas /Accu-tak style. ( I say "style" here since you indicate your not looking to spend top dollar.) Again I own both but greatly prefer one that can be set up with 5-7 leg positions vs just the 2.
FWIW, this is my hands down sub $100 bipod ( and I actually prefer it to my $200+ Atlas V8) It comes in both mounting systems but I prefer the convenience of the picatinny set-up. ( The one shown below is a no drill picatinny adaptor that works well.) This is a VERY solid and heavyweight bipod best used for bench / range shooting vs being dragged around in the woods.

Amazon.com : UUQ 8" - 12” Adjustable Bipod, Heavy Duty Carbon Fiber Tactical Rifle Bipod, Picatinny/Weaver Rail Mount Base (Quick Detach Lever) : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : UUQ 8" - 12” Adjustable Bipod, Heavy Duty Carbon Fiber Tactical Rifle Bipod, Picatinny/Weaver Rail Mount Base (Quick Detach Lever) : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

with

Amazon.com : Caldwell Pic Rail Adaptor Plate with Durable Construction and Picatinny Rail Attachment for Outdoor, Range, Shooting and Hunting , Black : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Caldwell Pic Rail Adaptor Plate with Durable Construction and Picatinny Rail Attachment for Outdoor, Range, Shooting and Hunting , Black : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

 

Lots written here in recent months on bipods if you search. Basically, there are two ways to go. You can add a removable Picatinny rail that allows instantaneous on /off of your bipod or you can use a stud mount that takes a bit more time and effort to get your bipod on/off. While I prefer a picatinny type for convenience, I do use both types myself.
From there, you can go with a simple 2 position Harris style or something with more adjustment options like a Atlas /Accu-tak style. ( I say "style" here since you indicate your not looking to spend top dollar.) Again I own both but greatly prefer one that can be set up with 5-7 leg positions vs just the 2.
FWIW, this is my hands down sub $100 bipod ( and I actually prefer it to my $200+ Atlas V8) It comes in both mounting systems but I prefer the convenience of the picatinny set-up. This is a VERY solid and heavyweight bipod best used for bench / range shooting vs being dragged around in the woods.

Amazon.com : UUQ 8" - 12” Adjustable Bipod, Heavy Duty Carbon Fiber Tactical Rifle Bipod, Picatinny/Weaver Rail Mount Base (Quick Detach Lever) : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : UUQ 8" - 12” Adjustable Bipod, Heavy Duty Carbon Fiber Tactical Rifle Bipod, Picatinny/Weaver Rail Mount Base (Quick Detach Lever) : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

with

Amazon.com : Caldwell Pic Rail Adaptor Plate with Durable Construction and Picatinny Rail Attachment for Outdoor, Range, Shooting and Hunting , Black : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Caldwell Pic Rail Adaptor Plate with Durable Construction and Picatinny Rail Attachment for Outdoor, Range, Shooting and Hunting , Black : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

I've got the UUQ and love it. Hefty weight, cant adjustment and multi-adjustable. Using it more now than my Harris and you can't go wrong for under $70.

 

I use the Harris. I like mine

 

I like the magpul bipod. It comes with several mounting bases for a curved narrow or wide flat stock. Seems very stable so far.

Magpul® Bipod – Sling Stud QD

Bipod for use with your sling stud setup

magpul.com

 

Atlas bipods are all I use.

 

F class Sinclair . If you are bench rest shooting.
Bigger , heavier,no bounce . Better. But imho still not as good a a front rest ( with height and windage adjustment) and rear bag .

I was never wild about a 1/4 inch wood screw on the botom of my stock supporting all the weight and torque.

The Harris type bipods bounce a bit , even on a 22. I always used mine on a rubber cushion.
As far as Cant goes, nota big fan of that, put it a harris type , and took it off.

Something like this is what you reallywant.

 

 

Best Bipod I've ever used

 

I really appreciate all the good info. Thanks to all that have offered suggestions/opinions so far. I'm going to give Tacoma's set up a try. Also, I searched YT for reviews about the UUQ bipod he mentioned and found an interesting review of 3 bipods including the UUQ. This person reviewed an Atlas, and UTG and UUQ. The title is "Atlas Bipod vs UTG Overbore vs UUQ Bipod - Can Cheap Beat Steep?"

And this video of just the UUQ...

 

The sling studs that are basically wood screws are not going to hold the bipod for very long. Drill the stock and use t nuts. Or install an arca rail with the t nuts. If you choose to attach the bipod to the original sling studs, you will be drilling the stock sooner than later anyway. I would wait for the rifle to come in first. The comb will most likely have to be adressed first.

 

You hit the nail on the head, sorry I didn’t see this before I posted.

 

I installed an area 419 arca rail and have been using an atlas bipod or recently an accutac bipod. Both bipods are super stable and easy to adjust. Love the arca rail because it allows me to move the bipod up and down the forend.

 

We have a half dozen Harris S Series bipods and find them to work very well. I've been using one on my Kimber 22 and Savage/Anschutx 164M since ~1990 and haven't seen any issues develop with the sling swivel. They offer portability that we demand in our walking around varmint rifles. We have three or four high ones for sitting and shooting prone wile walking around and three low ones the kids prefer for bench shooting over using bags and machine rest.

They have been used on everything from 22LR to 300 Wby rifles and Contender pistols. Perhaps there is value in something more robust or complex for others, but for our needs they suit us fine.

 

I think the most important part is how you mount it, not which one. I personally don’t trust the screw into the wood stock. I would install some sort of insert that will accept a machine thread sling stud or some kind of a rail that is attached with two screws. JMO

 

Like Archer292 posted you need to get a picatinny bipod rail that installs with 2 screws and T nuts.

T Nut

 

what do you plan on using it for? A good bench rest bipod would be worthless for Rimfire PRS and vice versa. If you plan on just shooting groups off a bench or ARA benchrest then get a Sinclair, if you want to shoot PRS get the best Harris style you can afford

 

Thanks for posting this question. I am in a similar situation and will follow it closely. Great opportunity to learn together.

 

It truly surprises me that CZ would use wood screws in the fore end of the 457. I will be changing that out to machine screw studs on ours pronto. Most definitely not a good place to look for production cost savings.