Bipod, charging handle from Ground Zero Precision. Quick review.

[Vaquero]

So, I went and visited a friend of mine.
A forum sponsor.
AR-15 guru.
Spent some money at his shop.
This post will focus on the Trinity Force adjustable bipod, https://www.groundzeroprecision.com...able-height-bipod-6-2-8-7?variant=51002015700

and the Black Dirt Rifle ambidextrous charging handle. I can't post a link, because it's not available online yet.

Let's get the bipod stuff going.

(Disclaimer, first and foremost. I'm not a bipod snob or expert, but I've shot with some and have an idea of functional vs junk)
This is a solid bipod for the money. It took a little tweaking to get it level and find my happy spot. Once I got comfy, it holds there. If I want cant, I have to work for it.
For the price, it's a winner. Rubber feet only, no spikes. Comes with picatinny rail adapter. If you have trouble getting level on the first mount (I did) spin the rail adapter 180. After that, easy to level and solid.

Now on to the BDR ambidextrous charging handle.

Switchblade15.
I won't divulge much about the naming of this unit. It'll be clear enough soon.
I can't tell you the price either. It was sent with me as a test.
I always figured a charging handle was a charging handle.
I shoot rifles left handed. I grab a charging handle easily with my left hand. Middle finger naturally hits the release. No biggie. Right?
Not so.
This thing is like a greased pig compared to milspec.
I mean, the grip is secure, but the uncoupling and rearward stroke is like butter.
It's damned sure worth a look once it's on the market.

Thanks for reading

 

[easy rider]

Let's get the bipod stuff going.
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(Disclaimer, first and foremost. I'm not a bipod snob or expert, but I've shot with some and have an idea of functional vs junk)
This is a solid bipod for the money. It took a little tweaking to get it level and find my happy spot. Once I got comfy, it holds there. If I want cant, I have to work for it.
For the price, it's a winner. Rubber feet only, no spikes. Comes with picatinny rail adapter. If you have trouble getting level on the first mount (I did) spin the rail adapter 180. After that, easy to level and solid.

How would you compare it to the Atlas?

 

[Vaquero]

How would you compare it to the Atlas?

I probably wouldn't .
I'd compare it to the Harris .
At about 1/2 the price.

 

[easy rider]

I probably wouldn't .
I'd compare it to the Harris .
At about 1/2 the price.

Just wondering. Thank you.

 

[Southpaw]

For $45 and your review I'll give the bipod a try. Thanks for the heads up.

 

[Younggun]

I probably wouldn't .
I'd compare it to the Harris .
At about 1/2 the price.

This is the info I was looking for.

Thanks.

 

[Dawico]

I probably wouldn't .
I'd compare it to the Harris .
At about 1/2 the price.

Good answer. Looks just like a Harris but with better features than most of the clones.

 

[Orbie]

That barrel looks familiar...

18” 223 Wylde?

 

[Vaquero]

That barrel looks familiar...

18” 223 Wylde?

Yes.
Can't review it yet.
Scope issues .

 

[TexasBrandon]

Let me know if you find any information on when it is to be sold. I'm looking to shitcan my current setup on my Sig716 and get something a bit more stable for the bipod. Wonder if they make a charging handle that would fit my Sig or if its just AR-15s only.

 

[Vaquero]

Let me know if you find any information on when it is to be sold. I'm looking to shitcan my current setup on my Sig716 and get something a bit more stable for the bipod. Wonder if they make a charging handle that would fit my Sig or if its just AR-15s only.

Bipod is available, at link in OP.

 

[Orbie]

Yes.
Can't review it yet.
Scope issues .

You will be pleased.

 

[Dash Riprock]

Now on to the BDR ambidextrous charging handle.
View attachment 132505
Switchblade15.
I won't divulge much about the naming of this unit. It'll be clear enough soon.
I can't tell you the price either. It was sent with me as a test.
I always figured a charging handle was a charging handle.
I shoot rifles left handed. I grab a charging handle easily with my left hand. Middle finger naturally hits the release. No biggie. Right?
Not so.
This thing is like a greased pig compared to milspec.
I mean, the grip is secure, but the uncoupling and rearward stroke is like butter.
It's damned sure worth a look once it's on the market.

Thanks for reading

I need an ambidextrous charging handle to clear a scope on one of my AR's. Any idea when these might be available?

 

[Vaquero]

I need an ambidextrous charging handle to clear a scope on one of my AR's. Any idea when these might be available?

No sir.

 

[Dash Riprock]

The charging handle is now available through the website. I ordered one last week and it seems to be of excellent quality. I really like the simple, clean design. Thanks for the tip!

https://www.groundzeroprecision.com...chblade-gii-ambidextrous-ar15-charging-handle