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[D0c]

Hello

I have recently purchased a PCT Tripod from Swarovski and want to replace the hook on the centre column with an eye bolt so I can use my sling tripod strap to carry the scope. I need to know what the thread size is on the hook or in the bottom of the centre column, so I can make an eyebolt to replace the hook.

If you look at the attachment you will see the thread I'm talking about.

The thread diameter is 11.59mm and it looks like it has 27 tpi thread.

Thankyou

Michael Bird

 

[D0c]

According to Swarovski it's a 1/4 UNC which it's not as its way bigger then that. Gitzo which makes tripods for Swarovski says it's a M12 x1.0.

 

[dantheman]

Just reading the thread title and with my reply ... it's going to be 3 posts

;-)

(Sorry, not really helping, and it will change ... )

 

[jring]

Hi,

I would trust the manufacturer... Gitzo...
Take the hook to a hardware store and try an M12 nut...

Joachim

 

[Mike Crawley]

Local privately owned hardwear shop is where I would go to try to source an eye bolt, I have a brilliant one near me and I’d be confident that they would have a suitable bolt

good luck and let us know how you get on

 

[Binastro]

Don't ask them for four candles.

Regards,
B.