A perfectly fine tripod with an exceptionally-smooth fluid video head as the star of the show, the Leica Trima 1 is a great accompaniment to your Leica spotting scope.-Leica’s DH1 Fluid Head is sealed to survive ardent birdwatchers’ habits, ably giving the pinnacle in stable control while remaining low in weight.-The Trima 1 is a bit shorter than Leica’s Trica 1, but entirely appropriate for use with any angled spotting scope.-Leica’s also thought to include a weight hook at the bottom of the center column; if you’ve got anything to hang there when digiscoping, be sure to take advantage of it. - Aluminum and magnesium construction - Fluid head with adjustable friction control and excellent all-climate operation - ‘Open channel’ style quick release clamp allows ideal balance of spotting scope with camera attached (requires optional longer plate) - Independently-adjustable leg segments allow low working heights or observing upon uneven terrain - Quick flipping leg lock levers - Simple rubber leg tips allowed upon carry-on luggage - Foam-padded upper leg segments - Weight hook at bottom of center column Leica compact magnesium tripod + DH1 head 42224