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Saddles & Dovetail Clamps

The saddle is the clamp on top of the mount that grips the telescope's dovetail bar. A weak or worn saddle is a common source of flexure, slipping and poor guiding, especially with heavy tubes. Upgrading to a dual saddle that accepts both Vixen and Losmandy bars also lets you move one telescope between different mounts without changing hardware.

We carry Baader V-Series and DV-Series saddles, PrimaLuceLab PLUS clamps in standard, Big, Maxi and Observatory sizes, Software Bisque Versa-Plates for Paramount mounts, iOptron dual saddles and William Optics saddle handle bars.

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William Optics Cat 51 Handle Bar

Length: 107 mm Integrated Mini-Vixen Style Saddle Weight: 0.12 kg / 0.26 lbs Designed for the William Optics Cat 51 Adds a carrying handle and acc...

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PrimaLuceLab Dovetail Clamp Vixen+Losmandy PLUS

Accepts both Vixen-style and Losmandy-style dovetail plates Part of the modular PrimaLuceLab PLUS system High-precision CNC machined from a solid ...

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PrimaLuceLab Big Dovetail Clamp Vixen+Losmandy PLUS

Accepts both Vixen and Losmandy-style dovetail plates CNC machined from a single block of aluminum for maximum rigidity Hard-anodized finish for d...

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William Optics 120mm Saddle Handle Bar

120 mm Length 44 mm Width Integrated Mini-Vixen Style Saddle Patented Handlebar Design Lightweight and Durable Construction Description FAQ Spe...

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William Optics 243mm Saddle Handle Bar

243mm total length Functions as both a carrying handle and an accessory saddle Patented design for rigidity and ergonomics Mini-Vixen style saddle...

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PrimaLuceLab HEQ5, Sirius EQ-G PLUS Adapter Plate

Adapter plate for Sky-Watcher HEQ5 and Orion Sirius EQ-G mounts Lets you fit a PrimaLuceLab Vixen+Losmandy PLUS dovetail clamp (sold separately) C...

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PrimaLuceLab Maxi Dovetail Clamp Vixen+Losmandy PLUS

Single clamp accepts both Vixen and Losmandy-style dovetail plates CNC-machined from a solid block of aluminum for maximum rigidity Hard-anodized ...

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William Optics Saddle Plate for Vixen-Style Dovetail Plate - 90mm

Length: 90 mm Dovetail Type: Vixen-Style Weight: 230 g (0.51 lbs) Full-Length, Non-Marring Clamp Signature William Optics Red Anodized Finish D...

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PrimaLuceLab EQ6, Atlas EQ-G, AZ-EQ6, Atlas Pro AZ/EQ6-G PLUS Adapter Plate

Adapter for EQ6, Atlas EQ-G, AZ-EQ6, and Atlas Pro Mounts Enables Installation of a PLUS Vixen+Losmandy Clamp Creates a More Stable Connection Tha...

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iOptron Vixen/Losmandy Dual Dovetail Saddle

Accepts Vixen-style dovetail bars Accepts Losmandy-style dovetail bars Dual-saddle design for mounting versatility Description FAQ Specificatio...

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iOptron Ball Head Top Plate

Replacement Top Plate for iOptron Ball Heads Holds a Camera on the iOptron Ball Head Creates a Lightweight, Portable Astrophotography Platform Ide...

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PrimaLuceLab Observatory Dovetail Clamp Vixen+Losmandy PLUS

Supports both Vixen and Losmandy-style dovetail bars Designed for heavy telescope payloads Multiple locking blocks for secure, rigid attachment Fu...

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Baader Planetarium Rider Clamp 3" / 60, fitting for Stronghold

Accepts standard 3" Losmandy D-style dovetail bars 60mm wide, with matching holes and screws for the Stronghold Also drilled for Baader guidescope...

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SVBONY Red Medium Dovetail Clamp

Supports a 10kg load capacity Vixen-style dovetail with a 39.5mm top and 45mm bottom opening Non-marring brass locking screw Mounting holes: M6, 1...

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Software Bisque Paramount MX/MX+ Versa-Plate

Direct replacement for Software Bisque Paramount MX and MX+ mounts Universal hole pattern accepts most telescope mounting hardware Integrated fema...

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Software Bisque Paramount Taurus Mounting Ring Dovetail Saddle

Interfaces Truss-Tube Telescopes to Paramount Taurus Fork Arms Functions as a Dovetail Saddle for a Secure Connection Designed Specifically for So...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II Large Dovetail Rails

Adapts Paramount ME II Versa-Plate for Planewave-style dovetails Compatible with PlaneWave Instruments and Officina Stellare telescopes Four rails...

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Software Bisque Paramount MEII Versa-Plate

Shipping weight: 7 lbs Accepts the optional Large Dovetail accessory Compatibility: Paramount ME & ME II Mounts Interface: Built-in Female Dov...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT Versa-Plate

Designed for the Software Bisque Paramount MYT Mount Pre-drilled with a wide array of mounting holes Integrated female dovetail for direct mountin...

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Baader V-Series Dovetail Clamp

Compatible with Vixen/Synta Style Dovetails Massive EQ-Clamp, Black Anodized 70mm Long Ideal for Custom Mounting Solutions Description FAQ Spec...

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Baader DV-Series PAN/EQ Dual Doverail Saddle - 370mm

Accommodates both 3" Losmandy D-style and Vixen V-style dovetail bars Extended length improves balance and acts as a functional counterweight Feat...

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Baader 3" 60mm Losmandy Rider Clamp

Fits standard 3-inch Losmandy D-style dovetail bars 60mm long clamp for Baader guidescope rings or a V-clamp Securely holds heavy accessories like...

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Baader V-Series PAN/EQ V190 Dovetail Saddle

Accepts Vixen-style (EQ Standard) dovetail bars 190 mm total length for maximum stability Features a 3-inch Losmandy-style dovetail on the base Tw...

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Baader DV-Series PAN/EQ Dual Doverail Saddle - 230mm

Accepts both 3" Losmandy and Vixen/EQ style dovetails 230mm overall length for enhanced stability Multi-contact ribbed dovetail faces for optimize...

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What to Look For

  • Dovetail standard: Vixen-style bars are about 44 mm wide, Losmandy-style about 75 mm. Dual saddles take both.
  • Clamping method: Long clamping jaws with two or more screws spread the force and hold better than a single thumb screw.
  • Length: A longer saddle supports the bar over more of its length, reducing flexure on heavy tubes.
  • Mount interface: Many saddles need an adapter plate for a specific mount, such as HEQ5 or EQ6. We confirm the match.

Saddles and Clamps: Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a Losmandy bar on a Vixen saddle?

No. You need a dual saddle or a Losmandy saddle. Dual saddles are a popular upgrade for this reason.

Why does my telescope slip in the saddle?

Usually a single screw clamping a narrow contact area, or a bar with the wrong profile. A saddle with two clamping screws and a full-length jaw solves most cases.

Upgrading your saddle?

Tell us your mount and dovetail bars. We will confirm the saddle and any adapter plate.