Looking for Tripod for Dshk

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jlohojo7

Discussion Starter · 8 mo ago

Will a m2 tripod work for DSHK. I already have the recoil cradle for it but looking for a tripod of some kind that’s affordable. Ok cheap !

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BeltFeds.Com

· #2 · 8 mo ago

Finding an original DSHK tripod (as I am sure you know) will be very difficult. They are super expensive when they do come up.......... A few guys I know running them use these tripods made by Ordnance Research.... Link below... may be your best bet.

Stand Up Mount (ordnanceresearch.com)

jlohojo7

Discussion Starter · #3 · 8 mo ago

Hey yea it was hard enough finding the gun. I’m still looking for some parts. Thank you so much for the link sir !!

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BeltFeds.Com

· #4 · 8 mo ago

No problem man

big44maghunter

· #5 · 8 mo ago

If you have the Bowman cradle you can just cut the pintle off and weld on a US large pintle to use that Ordnance Research tripod. Looks like a good option.

FWIW, I don't think an M2 tripod would last long with a DSHK on it. Maybe an M3 but the Ordnance one would be better in my opinion.

Apexgunparts

· #6 · 8 mo ago

Jeff has one of those Ordnance Research tripods.
They are sturdy and heavy, and I am a fan of it.
However, not steady enough as they stand to handle the recoil of a .50 BMG semi-auto.
It wants to tip back when firing 50, even in semi-auto.
That tripod needs to be chained down to stakes or have weight added on the legs (sandbags?)
I think the purpose was more about the .30 caliber Brownings and other rifle calibre MG's.
The US M2 tripod is also not designed to handle the recoil forces of the 50 BMG, its too much gun for it.
An M3 tripod would be a closer fit for a Dshk, but you have to sit on the ground while firing.
You may want to call Ohio Ordnance or Ordnance Research and ask if they make a ground mount solution for the Dshk, as many as the US DoD has fielded to "Allies" I bet they have something they build for that gun.

Richard

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BeltFeds.Com

· #7 · 8 mo ago

Photos below from one of our shoots firing .50s, DSHKs, and MK19s from the ordnance research mounts… we didn’t weight them down or bag them and did not have issues. We did use Pintle adapters with elevation locks / T&Es. As well as soft mounts.

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big44maghunter

· #8 · 8 mo ago

Also, that buffered DSHK mount must weight 100lbs on its own. Add that to the tripod and it should be good.

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heckinohio

· #9 · 8 mo ago

I have had two of the DShK wheeled mounts/cradles that transition to a stand up mount. I have used them as a sit down as my shooter is missing a foot. I have three 1" stainless rods, 3ft long, sharpened on one end. Driven in the ground and chained to whatever needs it. Solves most recoil annoyances.

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Knowarms

· #10 · 14 d ago

Does the Bowman cradle have the cocking mechanism? Or do you still have to have a shell to cock it ?

And Nice MK19. Where did you find a receiver ?

heckinohio

· #11 · 13 d ago

I guess 'Bowman-Cradle' is a term I am not familiar with....... nor is 'MK19'. This particular gun came from the museum collection from over east many years ago.

There is a horizontal cocking handle just below her hands.

PJH

Apexgunparts

· #12 · 13 d ago

APEX Gun Parts does have a pedestal mount with a base that was used with the DShK that we used to have.

Communist-Bloc style DShK Heavy Machine Gun Pedestal Mount with base plate and collar for cradle, crank adjustable height

It is DEFINITELY a freight shipment due to size and weight.
Call my Customer Service on Tuesday if interested.

Richard

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Knowarms

· #13 · 13 d ago

I seen that pedestal mount Richard. Have been looking all over for the part to put on it to mount the gun. But All I can find is the one Bowman has for sell. But I'm not sure and don't see the cocking mechanism. Or if its even post to have one is what I was asking if any knew.

Do you have the top to the mount hidden some where to sell with it ? LOL

Apexgunparts

· #14 · 13 d ago

Knowarms said:
I seen that pedestal mount Richard. Have been looking all over for the part to put on it to mount the gun. But All I can find is the one Bowman has for sell. But I'm not sure and don't see the cocking mechanism. Or if its even post to have one is what I was asking if any knew.

Do you have the top to the mount hidden some where to sell with it ? LOL

AT Knob Creek the actual cradle went with the DShK, buyer didn't have a way to transport the pedestal.
DShK cradle's have the cocking mechanism built into them as it isn't on the gun.
The Bowman units are for vehicle mounts, so you would need to fabricate an adapter to attach the cradles Bowman sells to this pedestal.
The pedestal side is just a ring held by a big clamp.

Richard

master22nl

· #15 · 13 d ago

you can try to contact this guy, he has a hughe warehouse filled to the top with a bunch of russian stuff
altough, transport might be an issue...

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Knowarms

· #16 · 13 d ago

I know I would have to fab something up with that mount no matter what. For it to mount to anything. So your saying all mounts have a cocking mechanism built into them? Because on the Bowman one I don't see one. Plus I don't know what I'm look for. Just want to make sure its there I guess. Before ordering it. And again like always Thanks Richard

big44maghunter

· #17 · 12 d ago

I'm pretty sure Bowmans tank mounts do not have a charging handle. I have some at home and can look later tonight.

Knowarms

· #18 · 12 d ago

Yes if you would please

Apexgunparts

· #19 · 12 d ago

big44maghunter said:
I'm pretty sure Bowmans tank mounts do not have a charging handle. I have some at home and can look later tonight.

That is one of the unique things about the DShK is that the gun itself really doesn't have a charging handle.
There is a small fitting on the op-rod that needs to engage the charging handle in the cradle / mount.
In theory it can be worked with a spent case, but it isn't easy!
I haven't examined one the cradles that Bowman sells, but it should have some sort of way to charge the gun.
What does the handle on the left side do?

Richard

big44maghunter

· #20 · 11 d ago

Apexgunparts said:
That is one of the unique things about the DShK is that the gun itself really doesn't have a charging handle.
There is a small fitting on the op-rod that needs to engage the charging handle in the cradle / mount.
In theory it can be worked with a spent case, but it isn't easy!
I haven't examined one the cradles that Bowman sells, but it should have some sort of way to charge the gun.
What does the handle on the left side do?

Richard

Right Side handle is for elevation adjustment and left side handle looks to be just for traverse movement. Left side also has a lever, maybe for remote firing?. I see no provision for charging the gun.

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