tripod adapter for binos

orion23 · May 28, 2009

I have swaro EL's. Id like to get a tripod adapter. My question is, does anyone know if i have to buy the swaro adapter or will any and all adapters work from all makers? Swaro adapters are so much more. Is it the name or quality? Anyone look into this before?

thanks.

Travis
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NJS · Jun 1, 2009

I love to mount binos on a tripod... then you can really find the critters! The Outdoorsman in Phx, AZ sell them as well as Jim White (Unidaptor) in Northern AZ can help you. They also have some cool tripods. Check them out. NJS

redrabbit · Jun 1, 2009

You can give Jim White a call for his adapter. (928) 635-5316

orion23 · Jun 1, 2009

thanks guys,ill try him.

Travis
www.RidgelineOutdoors.com
Blacks-Creek Packs Dealer

HardcoreOutdoor · Jun 3, 2009

I cannot find a better tripod adaptor set up than The Outdoorsmans rig and believe me I have looked. Call Terry or Tom and they will take care of you.

Tripod, head, adaptor. The Outdoorsmans. Period.

Wade
www.HardcoreOutdoor.com

orion23 · Jun 3, 2009

>I cannot find a better tripod
>adaptor set up than The
>Outdoorsmans rig and believe me
>I have looked. Call
>Terry or Tom and they
>will take care of you.
>
>
>Tripod, head, adaptor. The Outdoorsmans.
> Period.
>
>Wade
>www.HardcoreOutdoor.com

this the the setup where you send them your binos, they drill it out and then use their adaptor? that is about the same price as the swaro el adaptor isnt it?

Travis
www.RidgelineOutdoors.com
Blacks-Creek Packs Dealer

HardcoreOutdoor · Jun 3, 2009

No drilling as far as I know and I have the adaptor stud on Swaro SLCNew/EL, Nikon EDG/Monarch, Vortex, and Leica binoculars. You just remove the hinge cap and screw in the stud. The stud slips into the adaptor that sits on top of your tripod head.

This is not a great shot of it but you can see the basic set up with their Pistol Grip and Medium tripod.

http://hardcoreoutdoor.com/2008/08/...tweight-tripodbest-hunting-optics-set-up.aspx

Wade
www.HardcoreOutdoor.com

orion23 · Jun 3, 2009

So all i need is an adapter screw and that is it. i can do it myself? i heard different. how much is the adapter screw?

Travis
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Blacks-Creek Packs Dealer

HardcoreOutdoor · Jun 3, 2009

Adaptor screw? I don't know whay that is. Give me a little bit and I will do a quick piece on my site with some pics.

Depending on what binos you have, I think you can do it yourself but Tom or Terry can tell you for sure.

Wade
www.HardcoreOutdoor.com

orion23 · Jun 3, 2009

Sorry i meant an adapter 'stud'. i dont think the EL's come with one from the factory is what i was told, but you can have the stud put in.

Travis
www.RidgelineOutdoors.com
Blacks-Creek Packs Dealer

Drnaln · Jun 3, 2009

I got the tripod adapter from the Outdoorsman & got studs for my 15 Swaro's & 10 x42 Leicas.The studs stay on the binos ALL the time & now either set can be tripod mounted.It has a saftey system that keeps the adapter from coming off the stud.The factory Swaro adapter was alot bigger & the clamp system could let your binos come loose.Gave it away after getting the other setup.Best I've found for size,ease of use & keeping glass safe!
David

HardcoreOutdoor · Jun 3, 2009

Orion23

Check my site. It is the most recent article. Sorry it took a little longer than I thought it would but what else is new. So much for shorter, sweeter articles.

Hope that helps. You are not the only one looking for answers in that department. I get a lot of mail on the subject.

Wade
www.HardcoreOutdoor.com

completesportsman · Jun 3, 2009

Here is a relatively cheap adapter for EL's. I've been considering ordering one for my EL's. I don't know how good it is but for the price if you don't like it you wont' be out much money.

http://www.schnees.com/product_cate...tdoors-leverloc-bino-mount-40-50mm-roof-prism

orion23 · Jun 4, 2009

thanks a lot guys. ill check out your article too.

you've been a lot of help.

Travis
www.RidgelineOutdoors.com
Blacks-Creek Packs Dealer

Bman9900 · Jun 4, 2009

For those looking at the K&K adaptor - check out Sage Creek Outfitters. They have it for about $12.00 cheaper than Schnees.

HardcoreOutdoor · Jun 4, 2009

I guess if price is paramount the K&K adapter is one way to go. However, you have to take the adapter apart to remove it from glasses like the ELS, you lose width ajustability and the sandwich mechanism tends to spread the glasses out. I think the Sure-Loc bar is better for that kind of application.

I don't understand the logic behind spending top dollar on best in class glass and then pinching pennies on inferior tripod mounts.

Wade
www.HardcoreOutdoor.com