Spotting scope and LRF dual mount

[CoryT]

I'm building some dual mounts based on the Manfrotto RC2 quick release system. These are designed to hold a Leupold Mk4 and a Vector/PLRF or similar LRF so you can use both on a single tripod mount. Here's a couple pics of the prototype

These will have a shorter piece of Pic rail for mounting a DBAL/ATPIAL or similar illuminator for NVG use. The L will clamp directly to a Manfrotto RC2 equipped head. The finished unit will be sprayed Coyote Tan Ceracoat. The two RC2 release bases will come with plates.

This system puts the two optics in coincidence and places the oculars in the same plane, making is easy to go from one to the other.

I've got material to make 4, if you are interested in getting one let me know with a PM. Final cost should be < $150 shipped, trying to get a deal on bulk orders of the Manfrotto bases.

 

[mcmillanman5]

Re: Spotting scope and LRF dual mount

These look sweet Cory, I wish you would have done this a few months ago and I would have been in for sure! I used the ashbury mount to try and accomplish a similar idea based upon some of your and others posts here.

I am happy with how mine turned out however I think yours would be easier to use where both optics are at the same overall height just opposite sides of the center line. I think this would also provide another advantage over my setup. Mine tends to be quite side heavy as the bulk of the weight is on the left side of the tripod whereas yours looks to distribute the weight much better.

It looks like your setup has been very well though out!

Mine:

ETA: What does the bottom of your mount look like? Could the attachment be replaced with this one from PRS?:
http://www.precisionriflesolutions.com/apps/webstore/products/show/3016644

 

[jerseymike]

Re: Spotting scope and LRF dual mount

Although not as robust as what you guys have made, i made this from a scrap piece of aluminum and a mini ball head.