Spotting Scope Tripod - Hi-Power and Garand Matches

dmftoy1 · Jan 22, 2008

I've used the search but I can't seem to find the info so I thought I'd post the question here.

What tripod would you recommend for someone who's starting out shooting Hi-Power and some Garand matches? I can't seem to find any consensus and the prices seem to be all over the place. ($150-$500) The scope that will be sitting on it will be a Kowa 611 if that makes any difference. (I picked up a nice used one for $250 so spending $500 for a tripod is making me choke.

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Regards,
Dave

Jim Watson · Jan 22, 2008

For F-class and BPCR I use the Champion's Choice
http://www.champchoice.com/detail.php?item=CC700SJC
Unfortunately, they show it as "out of stock".

They do have the bipod version in stock, though.
http://www.champchoice.com/detail.php?item=CC500SJC
Not quite as big a footprint on the ground, but it folds up smaller for transport.

Blackfork · Jan 22, 2008

Champions Choice.

I like the big three legged model because each leg is adjustable for uneven ground.
With a light scope, like yours, talk to Champions Choice or Champions shooters supply and get the correct head to hold it. You'll still need the L-bracket to get the tripod screw UNDER the scope instead of hanging off its side. That threaded hole is a weak point on any scope, but especially Kowas.

Howard Roark · Jan 22, 2008

Ray-Vin scope stands are widely used in highpower. Some have even copied his design. You will not need to buy any extra brackets for this stand. I really like mine, Ray is a good guy and stands behind his products.

http://www.ray-vin.com/

30Cal · Jan 22, 2008

I second the ray-vin stuff. I especially like the ball-socket swivel head.

dmftoy1 · Jan 22, 2008

Thanks guys! That Ray-vin looks pretty nice. Do you use the QD or just the standard?

Howard Roark · Jan 22, 2008

I use the standard and have never seen a QD on the firing line.

dmftoy1 · Jan 22, 2008

Alright .. . .all I need now is to develop some shooting skill!

Thanks alot!

Regards,
Dave

Quintin Likely · Jan 23, 2008

I have a Ray-vin with the quick detach mount and I love it. The QD mount saves wear and tear on the scope threads too. You won't be disappointed with a Ray-Vin stand, Ray and Ruby are great folks and will take good care of you.

atlscrog · Jan 24, 2008

I have this one: http://www.jarheadtop.com/products.html and I like it fine for the money.

dmftoy1 · Jan 29, 2008

Just wanted to say thanks for all the advice. I bought a Ray-Vin and it arrived yesterday . . .all I can say is "Wow" it's really nicely laid out and the adjustment is about as simple as you can possibly get.

Thanks again,
Dave

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