Adjustable Firearm Support

Abstract

Adjustable firearm supports including a forward grip and associated methods of manufacturing and using the supports are disclosed. In an embodiment, an adjustable firearm support is provided, which comprises: an adjustment assembly configured to attach to a firearm; and a support body extending from the adjustment assembly, the support body including a forward grip and at least one support leg; wherein the adjustment assembly is operably configured to provide for rotation and positioning of the support body at any point relative to the firearm. Adjustable firearm supports of the invention are particularly useful for competitive shooting to provide for unlimited positioning of the firearm over a particular range relative to a target.

1 . A support for a long gun having a frame with a barrel mounting facility, and a barrel having a breech end connected to the barrel mounting facility and an opposed muzzle, the support comprising:
 a base having a rear portion operable for connection to the frame proximate the barrel mounting facility;   the base having a forward portion forward of the rear portion and pivotally connected to the base portion to pivot about a pivot location proximate the barrel mounting facility; and   a mounting facility for a bipod movably connected to the forward portion of the base and extending away from the frame.