The Wright Project: Authentic Atlas vs Counterfeit
Since counterfeit Atlas bipods came onto the market, we have heard from customers who bought a fake thinking they were getting a genuine, made-in-America Atlas. Turn in your counterfeit and get a $25.00 credit toward the purchase of an authentic Atlas bipod.
How the Wright Project Works
The Wright Project gives you a $25.00 credit toward an authentic Atlas bipod when you turn in your counterfeit. Here is how to take advantage of the offer.
Fill out and print the Wright Project form, available on this page.
Send your counterfeit Atlas bipod, the completed form, and the balance payment to B&T Industries.
We apply your $25.00 credit toward an authentic, made-in-America Atlas bipod.
How to Tell an Authentic Atlas From a Counterfeit
The surest way to get a genuine Atlas is to order from an Authorized Stocking Retailer or directly from B&T Industries. If you suspect a counterfeit, send us a photo and we can confirm. Visibly, there are six main tells.
Machining and Finish
Authentic
The Leg Bolt, Position Plate, and Position Button are heat-treated stainless steel with a dull finish.
Counterfeit
Shiny, reflective, chrome-like plating on the same parts.
Position Plates
Authentic
Machine cut from a solid sheet of stainless steel, then heat treated.
Counterfeit
Stamped from unknown material and plated with a shiny, chrome-like finish.
Overall Finish
Authentic
6061-T6 aluminum with Type 3 hard-coat Mil-Spec anodizing that resists corrosion and scratches.
Counterfeit
Unknown material, appears shiny black, and scratches easily.
Base Engraving
Authentic
As of mid-2019, engraved on one side of the base with an arrow (if appropriate), ATLAS and the series, accu-shot.com/pat, and PATENTED.
Counterfeit
May carry the same words, a variation, or none at all.
Packaging
Authentic
As of the beginning of 2020, all authentic B&T products ship in a clear plastic bag with chipboard backing.
Counterfeit
Counterfeits often come in a box.
Collar Ridge
Authentic
Current-production authentic Atlas bipods have a ridge on the collar.
Counterfeit
Early V7 versions do not have a rim ridge, so the collar alone is not a definitive test. Consider the other features too.
Watch the Comparison Videos
The Wright Project video series shows authentic versus counterfeit side by side. Seeing the two together makes the differences in machining, finish, and construction obvious, and shows why the price difference reflects a real difference in build and in the lifetime warranty behind an authentic Atlas.
Material and Finish
Episode 1 covers the material and finish differences that separate a genuine Atlas from a copy.
Bonus Features
Episode 2 covers the bonus features that separate the genuine article from a copy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there counterfeit Atlas bipods?
Yes. Counterfeit Atlas bipods are sold online that look nearly identical to genuine models but use inferior material and finish and fail under use. The Wright Project documents the differences so you can spot a fake, and you can turn one in for a $25.00 credit toward the real thing.
What is the Wright Project?
The Wright Project is B&T’s program for customers who bought a counterfeit Atlas bipod thinking it was genuine. Turn in your counterfeit with the completed form and balance payment, and B&T applies a $25.00 credit toward an authentic, made-in-America Atlas bipod.
How do I turn in a counterfeit bipod?
Fill out and print the Wright Project form from this page, then send your counterfeit Atlas bipod, the completed form, and the balance payment to B&T Industries. Your $25.00 credit is applied toward an authentic Atlas bipod.
How do I tell if my Atlas bipod is real or fake?
Check six things: the machining and finish of the leg bolt and position parts, the position plates, the anodized 6061-T6 finish, the collar ridge, the base engraving (ATLAS, the series, accu-shot.com/pat, PATENTED), and the packaging. Authentic B&T products ship in a clear bag with chipboard backing.
Where can I buy a genuine Atlas bipod?
Buy from an Authorized Stocking Retailer or directly from B&T Industries. That guarantees you receive an authentic, made-in-America Atlas bipod with the performance and the lifetime warranty that back it.
How can I confirm my bipod is authentic?
If you suspect you have a counterfeit, copy, fake, or knockoff, send B&T a photo of your product and we can confirm whether it is a genuine B&T product. Buying from an authorized source is the surest way to know.
Does the warranty cover a counterfeit Atlas?
No. The B&T lifetime warranty applies only to authentic products. A counterfeit is not made or backed by B&T, but you can turn it in through the Wright Project for a $25.00 credit toward a genuine Atlas bipod.
What is the difference in finish between authentic and counterfeit?
An authentic Atlas uses 6061-T6 aluminum with Type 3 hard-coat Mil-Spec anodizing that resists corrosion and scratching, and heat-treated stainless steel parts with a dull finish. Counterfeits use unknown materials with shiny, chrome-like plating that scratches easily.
Why are counterfeit bipods a problem?
Counterfeits use inferior materials, fail under recoil, and carry no warranty, so they put your shot and your money at risk. They also trade on the Atlas reputation without delivering the build, which is why verifying authenticity matters.
Make It Right
Think you have a counterfeit? Send B&T a photo to confirm, or turn it in through the Wright Project for a $25.00 credit toward an authentic Atlas bipod. Ready to buy genuine? Shop authentic Atlas bipods or find an Authorized Stocking Retailer.