Adapter - Overview of all adapters 2019

Spartan Precision Equipment offers a range of adapters that enable rifles to be used with the range of 'Javelin' & '300' bipods and the 'Sentinel', 'Titan'  & 'Davros' products.

There is also a selection of additional adapters that enable optics, cameras and other equipment & accessories to mounted to the 'Sentinel', 'Titan'  & 'Davros' products, that are explained in other FAQ's. 

Our current range of adapters for the attachment of the Spartan products to your rifle is listed below. The distinction between the 'Classic' & 'Universal' adapters is that 

• 'Universal Adapter'
• 'Universal Gunsmith Adapter'
• 'Classic Gunsmith Adapter'
• "Classic Rifle Adapte & Picatinny Rail' (New for Dec 2019)
• 'Blaser' Carbon Bipod Gunsmith Adapter
• 'Picatinny Adapter'
• 'Universal M-Lok Adapter'
• 'Universal Key-Mod Adapter'
• Universal Anshutz / UIT Adapter'

They are designed to work with the following products:

• Javelin Bipod
• '300' Bipod
• Sentinel Rifle & Optics Support System
• 'Davros' tripod converter

Additionally, we also offer the following adapters as accessories for use with our 'Sentinel' shooting support system, 'Titan' tripod & 'Davros' head.

• 'Quick-Shot Adapter'
• 'Optics Adapter'
• 'Heavy Optics Adapter'
• 'Davros Sucker Mount'
• 'Pan Head Converter'

Please refer to the relevant FAQ article or contact us if you require further information about the description, installation or use.

 The following information provides an overview of the different adapters and their applications and suitability for your intended use. 

Universal Rifle Adapter

The 'Universal Rifle Adapter' is supplied in the box with the bipod as the standard fitting option for our bipods and tripods to the stocks of most classic hunting rifle stock designs. 

It is designed to replace existing 'QD' Sling Swivel Stud that is screwed into the rifle stock and comes with the choice of U.S, Metric or Wood  screw, & three profiled synthetic mounting plates to fit the adapter to the rifle stock

The 'Universal' design of this adapter allows it to function with the following products

• Javelin Bipod (all versions)
• '300' Bipod
• Sentinel Rifle & Optics Support System
• Titan tripod
• Davros tripod adapter
• Spartan Sucker Mounting

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This link to a 'YouTube' video, shows the installation of the 'Universal Adapter'. The sling swivel can be reattached to the mounting point located to the rear of the adapter. (*)

(*Where the 'QD' Sling Swivel is located on the underside of the rifle stock)

For rifle stocks with a very flat profile, we recommend the application of a small spot of non-permanent silicon sealant between the rear portion of the adapter mounting plate & the rifle stock, to mitigate the chance of the adapter being rotated around the stock when held on the sling.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=V4-8327QOuw

Universal Gunsmith Adapter / Classic Gunsmith Adapter / Blaser Gunsmith Adapter

These three adapters are designed to be embedded into the rifle stock and permanently bonded in place.

 The 'Gunsmith Adapter',  exists in three designs, and is designed to be located within the rifle stock of classic hunting rifle stocks, of a variety of materials.  The design allows the majority of the adapter to be positioned below the surface of the rifle stock, creating a very strong, functional but elegant fitment into the rifle stock. 

 This installation requires an 18mm -19mm diameter hole (Depending upon the material & design)  be bored into the fore-stock. The adapter is then embedded & bonded into the stock, for the bipod to mount too.

It can be installed in a way that leaves a very low profile on the rifle stock until the bipod is fitted. This design leaves very little to press into the user's shoulder when carried on the rifle sling.

 With this each of these adapters, it will be necessary to retain the existing 'QD' swivel for use as a sling attachment point.

 We find that many customers come back a adopt this option after they have owned and used the bipod or tripod for a period of time and developed confidence & trust in the system.

 The differences between the different 'Gunsmith Adapters' are outlined below:

1. 'Universal Gunsmith Adapter'- Designed to function with Javelin & '300' bipods & 'Sentinel' & 'Davros.
2. 'Classic Gunsmith Adapter' - Designed to function with Javelin bipod only & 'Sentinel' & Davros. The Brass version this adapter is exactly the same design but produced in a brass alloy. 
3. ' Blaser Carbon Bipod Classic Gunsmith Adapter' - Designed to function with the branded Blaser bipod only, with their 12.5mm bipod fittings. 

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 The 'Universal' & 'Classic' - Gunsmith Adapters' are sized to accept the 12mm spigot heads of the Spartan products  This is because the '300' bipod requires the location slot to fold & park under the rifle.

The principle difference between the 'Classic' adapter design and the 'Universal' design, is that the 'Classic' will not work with the folding design of the '300' bipod.  As the majority of Javelin bipod owners had little intention of using the '300' bipod, so didn't need this elliptical style of 'Universal Gunsmith Adapter'. 

Both designs are compatible with the 'Sentinel', 'Titan' tripod and 'Davros' products.

The Blaser adapter is only designed are sized to accept the 12.5 mm spigot heads of the Blaser branded bipods.

The installation of all of these adapters is normally a straight forward procedure for any user familiar with processes such as rifle action bedding, and similar. 

There are some differences between the installation into a rifle stock constructed of solid design (wood, Laminate etc) and those constructed with a hollow design (synthetic, carbon fibre etc.)

 Below is a link to a 'YouTube' video which shows the installation of a 'Universal Gunsmith Adapter', into a wood rifle stock (solid).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfXRbB7W_ik

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Universal Picatinny Adapter

 The adapter is designed to work with any rifle fitted with a suitably placed Mil-Std 1913 rail. It clamps to the rail using a T30 Torx head screw.

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The 'Universal Picatinny Adapter' also has the 'Universal design fitting, allowing it to function with the following products

• Javelin Bipod (all versions)
• '300' Bipod
• 'Sentinel Rifle & Optics Support System'
• Titan tripod
• Davros tripod adapter
• Spartan Sucker Mounting

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'Universal M-Lok Adapter'      This also has the 'Universal design fitting, allowing it to function with the following products

Javelin Bipod (all versions)

• '300' Bipod
• Sentinel Rifle & Optics Support System
• Davros tripod adapter
• Titan tripod
• Spartan Sucker Mounting

 The adapter is designed to work with any rifle fitted with a 'Mag-Pul' spec 'M-Lok' rail design. It attaches to the rail using a two 'T-Nut' fixing and feature four-axis recoil mitigation lugs.

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 The 'Universal M-Lok' Adapter' is designed to work with the following products:

• Javelin Bipod (all versions)
• '300' Bipod
• Sentinel Rifle & Optics Support System
• Titan tripod
• Davros' tripod adapter
• Spartan Sucker Mounting

Universal Key-Mod Adapter

 The adapter is designed to work with any rifle fitted with any 'Key-Mod' rail designs. It attaches to the rail using a two cone nut fixing and features recoil mitigation lugs.

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The 'Universal Key-Mod Adapter' is designed to work with the following products:

• Javelin Bipod (all versions)
• '300' Bipod
• Sentinel Rifle & Optics Support System
• Titan tripod
• 'Davros' tripod converter
• Spartan Sucker Mounting

Universal Anshutz / UIT Adapter

 The adapter is designed to work with the 'T-Slot' type track of 'Anshutz / UIT design.

It offers a direct attachment to the rail track of the rifle.

The dimensions are based on the original international 'UIT' specifications set out below. 

In our experience, there is sometimes some variation in these dimensions between suppliers. For fitting into some aftermarket UIT rails, it may be necessary to slightly reduce the height of the two adapter mounting plates (D) that fit into the internal track by 2mm / 0.07" achieve a successful fitting. This can be achieved by carefully filing the plates to reduce their overall height. 

A. Internal width of opening = 10mm /0.4"

B. Internal width at bottom = 13mm / 0.5"

C. Total internal height = 4mm / 0.16"

D. Internal Track Height = 2mm / 0.07"

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The 'Universal Anshutz / UIT Adapter' is designed to work with the following products:

• Javelin Bipod (all versions)
• '300' Bipod
• Sentinel Rifle & Optics Support System
• Titan tripod
• 'Davros' tripod converter
• Spartan Sucker Mounting

The 'Classic Rifle Adapter & Picatinny Rail'

From December 2019 we are now able to offer our newest adapter option, for users who are looking for the convenience of a duel mounting adapter for both their Spartan 'Javelin' range of bipods or 'Sentinel, 'Titan', 'Davros' or 'Sucker Mount' products & other Picatinny rail-mounted accessories.

The 'Classic Rifle Adapter & Picatinny Rail' have been produced in three different styles, which have each been produced in two different lengths (Short & Long). 

1.  No dedicated sling swivel mounting point
2. With standard sling swivel mounting point
3. With 'QD' type sling swivel mounting point

These adapters are designed to work with the following products:

• Javelin Bipod - (all versions)
• Sentinel Rifle & Optics Support System
• Titan tripod
• 'Davros' tripod converter 
• Spartan Sucker Mounting

The adapter is supplied with US screws to attach directly to the stocks of rifles that have been already been fitted with twin sling stud mounting points.

The adapter also includes two 'T' or 'Pronged' nuts for installation into synthetic stocks that don't have existing mounting points. 

Solid stocks that don't already have threaded mounting points fitted can be adapted by the use of suitable inserts, that can be embedded into the stock, and provide a fitting point for the adapters screws.