I've searched around but I can't find out how to make a solid clamp to use on a tripod for shooting and I am not going to pay $150-$350 for a manufactured clamp for this purpose. Any help is appreciated.
Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platform
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Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platform
I'd suggest a PM to Platypus...he makes a great range of tripod products and may be able to help
I'd suggest a PM to Platypus...he makes a great range of tripod products and may be able to help
Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platfor
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Chiller</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Here you go </div></div>
not exactly what I'm looking for, close though. I want to be able to clamp the stock of my rifle to the tripod ( if I take my hands off the rifle, I don't want it to fall)
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Chiller</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Here you go </div></div>
not exactly what I'm looking for, close though. I want to be able to clamp the stock of my rifle to the tripod ( if I take my hands off the rifle, I don't want it to fall)
Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platfor
you are going to have issues with Recoil when you "clamp" it down. You will have a good first shot....the second one, not so much.
And if you are not going to use the systems that cost $300+ I am not clear what you are looking for.
you are going to have issues with Recoil when you "clamp" it down. You will have a good first shot....the second one, not so much.
And if you are not going to use the systems that cost $300+ I am not clear what you are looking for.
Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platfor
If you go this route contact Cheese here on the hide
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If you go this route contact Cheese here on the hide
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Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platfor
There is another system that cost a whole lot more. The question would be why do you need it?
There is another system that cost a whole lot more. The question would be why do you need it?
Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platfor
Shooting in the sitting/standing in high grass. A clamp can be made from scratch as one of the guys I used to know that was in sniper plt made one. Unfortunatly i don't have contact with him anymore. I have no issues with recoil. This is just for a better shooting platform when bipods aren't of use.
Shooting in the sitting/standing in high grass. A clamp can be made from scratch as one of the guys I used to know that was in sniper plt made one. Unfortunatly i don't have contact with him anymore. I have no issues with recoil. This is just for a better shooting platform when bipods aren't of use.
Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platfor
6" length of 4" pvc heavy wall cut in half. mould in a 1/4-20 nut (heat it up and push into pipe) line it with some sleeping pad and paint it. If you want the rifle "held" in place get a velcro strap that keeps cables bundled.And strap rifle to tripod.
Done of under $10 and if you have to bug out of a hide you haven't lost much.
6" length of 4" pvc heavy wall cut in half. mould in a 1/4-20 nut (heat it up and push into pipe) line it with some sleeping pad and paint it. If you want the rifle "held" in place get a velcro strap that keeps cables bundled.And strap rifle to tripod.
Done of under $10 and if you have to bug out of a hide you haven't lost much.
Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platfor
I will post a pic of what I have that I would be willing to part with when I get a chance. I have to be in court today so it may be a bit before I can get it done. I think it will be perfect for what you want!
I will post a pic of what I have that I would be willing to part with when I get a chance. I have to be in court today so it may be a bit before I can get it done. I think it will be perfect for what you want!
Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platfor
Should have added- mounts to standard tripod screw and clamps on rifle with the simple throw of a lever. I would use it but my dept sprung for the high $ units so I no longer need it.
Should have added- mounts to standard tripod screw and clamps on rifle with the simple throw of a lever. I would use it but my dept sprung for the high $ units so I no longer need it.
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Got tied up on another investigation! I will get it as soon as I can!
Got tied up on another investigation! I will get it as soon as I can!
Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platfor
OK!
Here is the mount I have been talking about. I bought it a few years ago at a gun show and I have no idea of the manufacturer or the dealer I got it from. Wish I could help more.
It opens up 2 1/2" wide and closes to 1 1/8". The clamp locking lever (the one on the left in the first pic) is cammed somehow, meaning, you tighten the flat thumb screw on the right to take up the slack and then move the lever to tighten the clamp. The other lever is to loosen the tilt option. There are "teeth" mating the two together so it is sturdy when tightened.
Sorry it took so long!
OK!
Here is the mount I have been talking about. I bought it a few years ago at a gun show and I have no idea of the manufacturer or the dealer I got it from. Wish I could help more.
It opens up 2 1/2" wide and closes to 1 1/8". The clamp locking lever (the one on the left in the first pic) is cammed somehow, meaning, you tighten the flat thumb screw on the right to take up the slack and then move the lever to tighten the clamp. The other lever is to loosen the tilt option. There are "teeth" mating the two together so it is sturdy when tightened.
Sorry it took so long!
Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platform
what is the more expensive system you guys are refering to? The nicest i have been able to find are the DLOC products from alamo four star. Thanks
what is the more expensive system you guys are refering to? The nicest i have been able to find are the DLOC products from alamo four star. Thanks
Re: Tripod mount/clamp for secure shooting platfor
That's it for me! I have mine on a Manfroto until Cheese gets the DCLW w/ tripod in stock!
That's it for me! I have mine on a Manfroto until Cheese gets the DCLW w/ tripod in stock!
