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William Optics Vixen-Style 8" Dovetail Plate - Gold

4.8 (4 Reviews) Read Reviews Write Review
Brand William Optics
Part Number M-PVG
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Manufacturer Description

New from William Optics - Vixen-style gold color dovetail plate # M-PVR

  • Gold anodized color matches color of clamshell/tube rings on several WO scopes such as GT81, GT102, etc.
  • Fits many mounts from WO (EZT), Vixen, Orion, Celestron, Synta, and others compatible with Vixen/Synta style dovetails
  • Precision-machined out of solid aluminum, fully anodized for great looks, and life-long durability
  • Light but sturdy; mount any scope on it easily
  • Weight = 5.7oz (236g)
  • Length = 7.9" / 200mm, Bottom width = 1.63" / 41.5mm, Top width = 1.44" / 36.5mm, Height = 0.59" / 15mm

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4.8 (Based on 4 Reviews) 100% of reviewers recommended this product.
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      Review by Richard G.
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      Aug 26, 2017

      5.0 Fantastic

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      Really nice vixen rail.

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      Review by James H.
      1502986531
      Aug 17, 2017

      5.0 William Optics dovetail plate

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      Well machined, with very good finish.

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      Review by Jerry P.
      1483057834
      Dec 29, 2016

      5.0 Fit perfectly on older C8+

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      Everything was machined for a perfect fit on 1985 era C8+. The dovetail replaced the sliding counterweight bar with the pre-drilled mounting holes aligning exactly. The only modification I had to make was purchasing longer allen head screws as my holes were sloppy from the counterweight bar wear after 25+ years of use.

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      Review by Emile C.
      1482896413
      Dec 27, 2016

      4.0 Does the job if you're handy with a drill

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      I would have preferred a flat top and longer slots, but this did the job anyway. I used this dovetail plate to mount a camera + lens directly to my equatorial mount. I had to drill and countersink my own holes where I needed them. Note that there are cutouts at the ends of the raised edges, which may interfere with the desired position of your accessory.

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