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Swarovski tripod vs Outdoorsmans tripod?
« on: March 03, 2016, 03:40:24 PM »
I am leaning towards the outdoorsmans medium tripod package that comes with the Pan Head and oudoorsmans rifle rest. But didn't know if anyone is using the Swaro tripod? I just picked up a Swaro 65 HD ATS and need the tripod now. I know Karl you told me to buy the tripod first but I got too good of a deal on the glass.


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Re: Swarovski tripod vs Outdoorsmans tripod?
« Reply #1 on: March 03, 2016, 03:53:27 PM »
You can save money by doing research. A lot of the Swarovski tripods are actually Manfrotto tripods rebranded.

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Re: Swarovski tripod vs Outdoorsmans tripod?
« Reply #2 on: March 03, 2016, 04:03:03 PM »
Thanks, somewhat new to the spotters. I think I am going go with the Outdoorsmans.

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Re: Swarovski tripod vs Outdoorsmans tripod?
« Reply #3 on: March 03, 2016, 04:29:17 PM »
Go outdoorsmans and never ever look back.  Heavy price tag but absolutely worth every single penny.
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Re: Swarovski tripod vs Outdoorsmans tripod?
« Reply #4 on: March 03, 2016, 04:36:11 PM »
I have a Swarovski tripod that I use with my STS 80. It's awesome and steady. But only use it if I'm glassing  for antelope in  WY or short hikes, or I'm close to the truck. It's a heavy sucker and would get heavy after awhile.

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Re: Swarovski tripod vs Outdoorsmans tripod?
« Reply #5 on: March 05, 2016, 08:15:20 AM »
Outdoorsman.......without a doubt. I should add that I have  never used the Swarovski tripod so I will not  comment on it. Again, outdoorsman..

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Re: Swarovski tripod vs Outdoorsmans tripod?
« Reply #6 on: March 05, 2016, 09:20:57 AM »
I picked up a recommended manfrotta head and the thing has like a solid lemon-sized hunk of steel for the head.  wth ? surprised its not hollow or of something lighter.  Im sure it helps steady it but counting ounces theres quite a few there. 

 


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