First Look: Vortex Pro Rifle Clamp Tripod Mount

A quick look at Vortex’s Pro Rifle Clamp Tripod Mount, a simple piece of kit that will help steady you in the field.

There are a few different methods for mounting a rifle to a tripod, but many of them require specialized components or tools in order to mate the two. Sometimes, simpler is better, and the new Vortex Pro Rifle Clamp Tripod Mount looks like it’s a simple yet solid option for hunters and shooters looking to get steady in the field.

The Pro Rifle Clamp can be attached to any tripod that’s compatible with either Arca-Swiss or 3/8″-16 mounts, and its soft durometer rubber jaws are adjustable enough (1.3 to 3.2 inches) to accommodate most rifle, shotgun and crossbow handguards. The soft rubber jaws provide a secure hold on the weapon without marring it, and they absorb some recoil too. Also, thanks to its magnesium construction, the mount only weighs 14.4 ounces. This will help keep tripod setups lighter for hunters who need to carry their gear far afield.