The factory-supplied 25/40x100mm tripod is well-made, sturdy, and quite nice-looking considering the military origin. The built-in mount is actually a removable table-top tripod. The 25/40x100's are extremely heavy- 26.5 pounds in fact! Use caution when carrying them, and make sure the tripod is properly set up before mounting the binoculars on the tripod. When setting it up, there are a few things to keep in mind-
Adjust the tripod leg length for proper tripod height. Hand-tighten the leg tensioners, making sure each leg is firmly locked.
WARNING: Dropping temperatures can cause the leg clamp pressure to loosen. Re-check tightness when observing in cold weather.
The tripod must be level- all legs should be adjusted to the same length, unless the terrain is uneven.
The legs should be spread outward to their maximum angle. The spreader that connects the three legs should be at maximum extension.
Once the binocular is mounted on the shaft, do not attempt to make large adjustments in tripod height. Small adjustments can be carefully made by using one hand to grip the upper part of the leg to act as a temporary "stop" when loosening the leg tensioner. Move each leg no more than two inches at a time to prevent the tripod from becoming unbalanced.
Do not attempt to move the tripod to a new location with the binocular still mounted.
To use the table-top tripod, loosen the big locking ring (usually just about a quarter turn) until the slots line up and the table-top tripod can be lifted up and out.
To place the table-top tripod back in the wooden tripod head, line up the tabs with the slots (see pic at right), drop in place, then tighten the locking ring. Grab the mount shaft and make sure it is solidly locked in position before mounting the binocular.
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