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Equipment & Gear => Scopes and Optics => Topic started by: Jason on August 05, 2011, 08:36:39 AM

Title: Nikon FieldScope III ED 20-60x60
Post by: Jason on August 05, 2011, 08:36:39 AM: After searching for the right one, I finally pulled the trigger and bought me a spotting scope. I can't wait to use it, I bought the padded scope case for it also. Now I just need to pick up a tri-pod, any recommendations?
Title: Re: Nikon FieldScope III ED 20-60x60
Post by: Killmore on August 05, 2011, 10:58:03 AM: I had the same one, you will like it, i used a vangaurd tipod that i picked up from cabelas..
Title: Re: Nikon FieldScope III ED 20-60x60
Post by: Jason on August 06, 2011, 06:17:01 PM: I picked up the Vortex High Country Tri-pod, not the greatest but it's light 2.1lbs. and only $79.
So between the Spotter and tri-pod Im only packing 70oz, not to bad.
Title: Re: Nikon FieldScope III ED 20-60x60
Post by: Bean Counter on August 09, 2011, 04:35:58 AM: Good photo :tup:

I have the Fieldscope 82. It seems as though the heavier the scope the more sturdy tripod you need :bash:
Title: Re: Nikon FieldScope III ED 20-60x60
Post by: Jason on August 09, 2011, 06:07:00 AM: Quote from: Bean Counter on August 09, 2011, 04:35:58 AM
Good photo :tup:

I have the Fieldscope 82. It seems as though the heavier the scope the more sturdy tripod you need :bash:
yeah I wouldn't buy the high Country tri-pod for anything much more than three pounds. Says its rated for five pounds.