HTI Sniper Skid Plate - Small OD

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HTI SNIPER SKID PLATES

The Sniper Skid Plate was developed as a solution to shooting a sniper system off of hard barricades. It is simple, efficient, non-intrusive and economical.

The Gen 1 version focused on attaching the Skid Plate to the rifle stock with Adhesive Backed Velcro. While this did work, it was time to upgrade to a Gen 2. This version uses the same ABV to attach, but also uses a lace up system using 550 cord which works on AR systems with a Picattiny rail, such as the SR-25, AR-10 and more of the semi-auto rifles in the field.

The construction is closed cell foam, covered by Cordura 1000, and covered in a rubber non-skid material. This material covers both sides of the Skid Plate creating a surface which will not slide on your stock, or on any barricade your shooting off.

Here are some FAQ about the Skid Plate:

What does it do?...

It allows you to shoot off a barricade accurately, and negates the recoil physics of the rifle recoil. If you do not use an intermediate soft material, such as a bean bag, a jacket, it causes a reaction where the rifle will "Jump" on recoil and will severely impede your ability to take a follow up shot.

This also prevents slippage of the hard wood or fiberglass stock on the barricade, protects your pain or wood finish, and prevents chipping and scratching of the surface.

An advanced technique involves suspending it from an overhead support beam or rafter in order to shoot from an urban hide. This is done using the support tie down points on each side. The hearbeat can be clearly seen after extreme exertion and looking thru a scope. The use of the Sniper Skid Plate when shooting positional, removes this jump in the reticle, by neutralizing the pulse beat in your hand. This is the same concept Olympic shooting gloves work off of.

As a police or military sniper, you may have to quick change positions in rain or sweaty conditions. By using the Sniper Skid Plate, you are can grab the forestock with one hand and move without your grip slipping off of fiberglass or laminated wood.

Will it come off?

Yes, the Adhesive Back Velcro is removable with no damage to paint or wood, and it stays on securely until your ready to remove it.

Why does it cost X?

All Hard Target Innovation products are made in the USA, in Chula Vista, California, and are Barry Compliant. This means they meet US Government regulations to qualify for purchase by US military/gov purchase. This product is made 100% in the USA, in a Veteran operated business, and was designed and built by Americans.

Why not use on of the other knockoff versions on the market?

You could, but the difference between comp gear and operational sniper gear is how it performs in the field, and the testing that has gone into it to make sure you have the best gear available to you. It makes not difference if you are an operational sniper deep in the mountains of a foreign land, operating domestically as a police or federal services sniper, or a competitor who likes to test his skill. You will know that what you are using has been designed, vetted, and produced to be the best gear in the world.

Who is Chuck Mawhinney, and why is he endorsing this product as part of his line?

Chuck is a veteran sniper who appreciates high quality equipment and gear, and understands how important it is in the field. You can read all about him and his amazing background here: http://www.chuckmawhinney.com/

Who came up with the Skid Plate?

The Sniper Skid Plate was originally devised and designed by Phil Hagoes. The idea came from attending a Precision Rifle course at Rifles Only in Texas. While running thru a barricade course, he realized that there had to be a better way to cushion a rifle than using a rear bean bag. This led to a low profile wrap which solved a common problem in an unconventional way.

Do I really need this? If you are a serious sniper or hunter, then yes, you do.

If you are hunting out of a hide, shooting competitively or real world off barricades, then this will make your job far easier. In the business of angles, inches and seconds, you want all the advantage you can get.

Pad Sizes:

Large = 7" Long x 6" Wide

Small = 7" Long x 4" Wide