How to use the TOA counterweight ring?

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John Stone avatar
Can anyone tell me what these short bolts are for on the TOA counterweight ring that comes with the scope?

Well written
Shannon Foye avatar
John,

The bolts are for attaching this carry handle:

https://takahashiamerica.com/products/tak-toa-130-150-carrying-handle
John Stone avatar
Holy smokes batman!!   

That's one expensive Tak handle!

Thanks for clearing that up.
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