Spotting scope tripod for prone?

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Can somebody point me in the right direction?

 

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Re: Spotting scope tripod for prone?

I use one from "platypus" (Daniel J @ Precision Rifle Solutions), you might see if that will work for you?

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2335819&page=1

Cheers,

Bill

 

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Re: Spotting scope tripod for prone?

Did you just buy one of the quick detach "heads"? Is it stable enough to support a heavy spotting scope in windy conditions?

 

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Re: Spotting scope tripod for prone?

+1 for the Manfrotto 190 series.

I found this thread comparing tripods.

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...rue#Post2110995

The 550 series shown in the thread above is a little larger (read: taller) than the 190.

More info in this thread:

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2337343&gonew=1#UNREAD

For versatility's sake, and price point it seems like the 190s are the way to go. Although shooting prone, the legs will form a large radius: this may or may not be good depending on your own individual situation.

 

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Re: Spotting scope tripod for prone?

Awesome. That's what I needed to see. Thanks fellas.