Customer Reviews

Bushnell Binocular Tripod Adaptor

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Warning! When I first tried to use the adaptor it would not fit into the binoculars. After some research about screw sizes, calling Bushnell, etc., I finally went to a hardware store and found that the adaptor and the binoculars actually were compatible threadwise. It turns out the adaptor threads were too high (poorly milled) and the receiving threads in the binocular were not cut deep enough (poorly cut - both probably due to worn out fabrication equipment). By buying a screw (1/4" 20 threads) and applying some grease, I was able to clear the receiving threads and then work the adapter into the binocular. Now everything works fine.

Works perfect with my Bushnell Powerview 16x50 Wide Angle Binoculars. I agree with Rima below - VERY awkward to attach and remove. Worth the $13.09 I paid for it on Amazon. The adapter works perfect, with one easy to live with flaw. Recommended.

It connects my Pentax 10x50 binoculars to my 60" Vista tripod. Both ends are easy to attach and detach, and the molded plastic body feels solid. It meets my expectations at a good price.

While in theory this should be a no-brainer, it unfortunately falls into the Made-in-China stereotypical category of cheap merchandise that too many consumers have grown to receive as acceptable. Read some of the previous reviews as proof that people will accept lack of quality if the price is right. The real disappointment is that this product carries a reputable name on it. I received this in the mail today and attempted to attach it to my Bushnell Powerview 16 x 50. The base attached to my tripod without any problem. However, I could not get the binoculars tightly attached to the adaptor. At first I thought there was a problem with the threads, as I couldn't tighten it enough for the binoculars to not wobble. It turns out that the threaded bolt cannot turn within the adaptor's plastic housing without great effort. I mean Great effort. And then trying to remove it was a real trip. It seems that some sort of lube might remedy the situation, but the adaptor came with no instructions nor any recommendation to lube the bolt. I am returning it to Amazon as defective and will try to fabricate something on my own. I will also contact Bushnell to let them know of this problem, as they have a very good old-fashioned customer service department and would appreciate the feedback. I would not recommend buying this unless Bushnell makes some changes to the design.

There is that possibility that I received the only defective one in the lot, and if I exchanged it I might possibly get a good one. Unfortunately, I have grown tired of being the unofficial quality control person for imported items (i.e., China), and have been through this kind of thing too many times. I honestly don't think I am the only one who feels this way.

It supports my bushnell natureview roof prisim binocluars very well. However the design of the binocular leaves very little space to screw or unscrew the adapter, so attaching and removing it, is bit of a hassle

it was easy to install on the front of my Bushnell 10x60
unit clamps on the tripod with a standard camera mount screw

using tripod with any binocular makes day or night viewing of any object a lot more enjoyable

extremely helpful for young children, my daughter loves it
works perfectly, no complaints and i wish i had got it sooner, would recommend it 100%

a simple but very useful product!

i do not know how, but amazon/usps had it at my house on saturday afternoon, day after i purchased it!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Simple, well made and sturdy. I use it for my Nikon 10x50 binoculars. Easy to use. This one should work with any binoculars that have a standard 1/4-20 thread.

As other reviews I read stated the binocular mounting threads were cut inaccurately, mine was the same even though part was made for my model. It was no big deal re-cutting the threads, as I have the tools to do this. Adaptor now works just fine, but if someone buys this and doesn't have access to a tap and die set, it would be an "irritating issue".

I have a Bushnell Binoculars 20 x 50; this adapter works fine. Only screw the adapter to the binoculars and use them in a tripod.

This adapter is not something high tech. It just attaches the binocular to the tripod stand and it goes in the front in the middle so easy to work with. It fits and works for me or you can say that it does its job (as compared to some reviwers those who have complained for certain things). I am using on bushnell binoculars so have no issue of compatability.

One thing that I noticed is that as this adapter holds the heavy binocular from the center so the two sides tend to swing on either side while viewing (like a see saw) and the adapter screw get loose from the binocular and as my kids were using they dropped the binocular but luckily it did not break. Otherwise without a tripod it is difficult to view clearly using heavy binoculars because of slight shake/movement.