Spot scope stands for COMPETITION

[PHSGT]

I am curious as to what your opinions are on the competative Spotting scope stands. I am wanting the Creedmoor Sports version the "Big Blue". Only problem is the cost. What are your recommendations? I may just fire up the mill/lathe and make one to have in time for Camp Perry when I compete with the M1 FOR VETS Rifle team.
Thank you,
PH SGT

 

[bsybouts]

Re: Spot scope stands for COMPETITION

I just picked up my Ray-Vin this morning from the post office, I haven't even opened the box yet as I'm still at work!

I looked at a bunch online and the Ray-Vin looked to be a solid choice that others recommended.

 

[PHSGT]

Re: Spot scope stands for COMPETITION

we see alot of those at the range, when the scope is set high (i.e. Scoring) the wind seemms to drift them a tad, please keep me informed maybe that was just that stand. Ray vin makes great stuff!

 

[mike4045]

Re: Spot scope stands for COMPETITION

I use the Ray Vin for Highpower and have never had an issue with it, as for swaying in the wind, we do not get too much in the wind tunnel ranges we shoot in out here!

 

[scotharr]

Re: Spot scope stands for COMPETITION

Ray-Vin: the best, not the cheapest.

 

[snewhouse]

Re: Spot scope stands for COMPETITION

+1 the Ray-Vin is awesome great people to work with and buy from

 

[Snakum]

Re: Spot scope stands for COMPETITION

Do you guys use spotting scopes at tactical comps if it isn't a team event? I was considering a Bushnell Excursion w/ mildot but I didn't think I'd have enough time to use it properly. Not true?

Purple ... "Oh I wouldn't give a bean ..."
(Former 1/15th 3rd ID

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[fairdebtlawyer]

Re: Spot scope stands for COMPETITION

I have a Big Blue for my Kowa 82mm and it works great for highpower matches. You can adjust it out exactly the way you want it and it's heavy enough to stay put. But it's NOT recommended for field use, just too heavy and bulky. Also make sure you have a bag to carry it in or the sharp edges and knurled knobs will scratch up the inside of your trunk pretty bad. Don't ask me how I know. :-/