{"title":"V Size Dovetail Saddles","description":"\u003c!--FPSEO|v1|20260609|111111001110000NNN--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVixen V-size dovetail saddles.\u003c\/strong\u003e The saddle is the clamp that receives a Vixen-style (narrow) dovetail bar and locks your telescope or accessory onto the mount. These Farpoint saddles let you add a Vixen clamp to an EQ6-class mount, run side-by-side setups, or adapt between dovetail standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed the wider Losmandy\/D-size clamp instead? See the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/d-size-dovetail-saddles\"\u003eD-size dovetail saddles\u003c\/a\u003e. Not sure which standard your mount uses? The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/telescope-dovetails\"\u003etelescope dovetail guide\u003c\/a\u003e walks through V-size vs D-size.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"farpoint-sure-grip-vixen-dovetail-saddle","title":"Farpoint Sure Grip Vixen Dovetail Saddle","description":"\u003c!--FPSEO|v1|20260610|1111110111101010N0--\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.fp-dvt{font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,\"Segoe UI\",Roboto,\"Helvetica Neue\",Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;color:#2a2a2a;max-width:900px;}\n.fp-dvt *{box-sizing:border-box;}\n.fp-dvt h2{font-size:1.45em;font-weight:700;color:#0d1333;margin:30px 0 12px;line-height:1.25;}\n.fp-dvt h3{font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;color:#0d1333;margin:0 0 8px;}\n.fp-dvt p{margin:0 0 14px;}\n.fp-dvt a{color:#b8862a;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;}\n.fp-dvt a:hover{text-decoration:underline;}\n.fp-dvt strong{color:#0d1333;}\n.fp-dvt .badge{display:inline-block;background:#0d1333;color:#c9a84c;padding:5px 14px;border-radius:20px;font-size:0.76em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:0.07em;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:14px;}\n.fp-dvt .lead{font-size:1.15em;color:#0d1333;font-weight:600;margin-bottom:10px;}\n.fp-dvt .specs{border:1px solid #e0ddd4;border-radius:10px;overflow:hidden;margin:18px 0;}\n.fp-dvt .specs .row{display:flex;border-top:1px solid #ece9e1;}\n.fp-dvt .specs .row:first-child{border-top:0;}\n.fp-dvt .specs .k{flex:0 0 42%;background:#f9f7f1;padding:12px 16px;font-weight:700;color:#0d1333;font-size:0.9em;}\n.fp-dvt .specs .v{flex:1;padding:12px 16px;font-size:0.9em;}\n.fp-dvt .cmp{border:1px solid #e0ddd4;border-radius:10px;overflow:hidden;margin:16px 0;}\n.fp-dvt .crow{display:flex;border-top:1px solid #ece9e1;}\n.fp-dvt .crow:first-child{border-top:0;}\n.fp-dvt .crow \u003e div{padding:11px 14px;font-size:0.9em;}\n.fp-dvt .chead{background:#0d1333;}\n.fp-dvt .chead \u003e div{color:#c9a84c;font-weight:700;font-size:0.78em;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.04em;}\n.fp-dvt .cm{flex:0 0 38%;font-weight:600;color:#0d1333;}\n.fp-dvt .cc{flex:0 0 24%;}\n.fp-dvt .ct{flex:1;}\n.fp-dvt .cnow{background:#fffbed;}\n.fp-dvt .cnow .cm{color:#6a4f12;}\n.fp-dvt .tag{display:inline-block;background:#b8862a;color:#fff;font-size:0.72em;font-weight:700;padding:1px 7px;border-radius:10px;margin-left:6px;vertical-align:middle;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.03em;}\n.fp-dvt .cnote{font-size:0.82em;color:#777;margin-top:8px;}\n.fp-dvt .callout{background:#fffbed;border:1px solid #e6c878;border-left:5px solid #b8862a;border-radius:8px;padding:16px 20px;margin:18px 0;font-size:0.95em;}\n.fp-dvt .callout strong{color:#6a4f12;}\n.fp-dvt details{background:#fafafa;border:1px solid #e6e4dd;border-radius:6px;margin-bottom:10px;}\n.fp-dvt details[open]{border-color:#b8862a;background:#fff;}\n.fp-dvt summary{cursor:pointer;padding:14px 50px 14px 18px;font-weight:600;color:#0d1333;list-style:none;position:relative;}\n.fp-dvt summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none;}\n.fp-dvt summary::after{content:'+';position:absolute;right:18px;top:50%;transform:translateY(-50%);font-size:1.4em;color:#b8862a;font-weight:400;}\n.fp-dvt details[open] summary::after{content:'\\2212';}\n.fp-dvt .faq-body{padding:0 18px 16px;font-size:0.95em;}\n.fp-dvt .faq-body p{margin:0 0 10px;}\n.fp-dvt .faq-body p:last-child{margin:0;}\n.fp-dvt .cta{background:linear-gradient(135deg,#0d1333,#1a1f3d);color:#fff;border-radius:10px;padding:22px 24px;margin-top:26px;}\n.fp-dvt .cta h3{color:#fff;margin-bottom:6px;font-size:1.1em;}\n.fp-dvt .cta p{color:rgba(255,255,255,0.85);margin-bottom:14px;font-size:0.95em;}\n.fp-dvt .cta a{display:inline-block;background:#c9a84c;color:#0d1333;padding:10px 22px;border-radius:5px;font-weight:700;margin:4px 8px 4px 0;}\n.fp-dvt .cta a:hover{background:#d4b75c;text-decoration:none;}\n@media(max-width:600px){.fp-dvt .specs .row{flex-direction:column;}.fp-dvt .specs .k{flex:none;}.fp-dvt .crow{flex-wrap:wrap;}.fp-dvt .cm{flex:0 0 100%;}.fp-dvt .cc{flex:0 0 40%;}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fp-dvt\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eFarpoint Dovetail System · Vixen Saddle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eFarpoint's Vixen saddle — a firm grip that never marks your dovetail bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafely attach telescope optical tubes and accessories with the \u003cstrong\u003eFarpoint Sure Grip Vixen Dovetail Saddle\u003c\/strong\u003e. Machined of sturdy aluminum with a black anodized finish, this is Farpoint's version of the Vixen-style (V-size) saddle. The \u003cstrong\u003enon-marking clamp system\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a secure, firm grip — but won't mark or damage your dovetail bars, no matter how many times you set up and tear down. CNC-machined in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eSaddle standard\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eV-size (Vixen-style)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eClamping\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eNon-marking clamp system — firm grip without damaging dovetail bars\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eBlack anodized aluminum\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eCNC-machined in the USA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich V-Size Saddle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow chead\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eType\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow cnow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eSure Grip Vixen Saddle\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eThis model\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eSaddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eNon-marking clamp for any V-size bar\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-dovetail-saddle-puck-adapter-eq6-vixen\"\u003eEQ6 \/ Atlas Vixen Conversion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eConversion\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eReplacing the stock EQ6 \/ Orion Atlas saddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-side-by-side-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eSide by Side Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eDual\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eTwo telescopes on one mount — 12″ bar with two saddles\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-side-by-side-connecting-bar\"\u003eSide by Side Connecting Bar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eBar only\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eAdding your own saddles to a side-by-side rig\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-losmandy-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eV-to-D Adapter Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eAdapter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eMounting a V-bar telescope on a D-size mount\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-losmandy-to-vixen-dovetail-assembly-tall-version-with-spacer-pucks\"\u003eD-to-V Adapter Assembly\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eAdapter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eMounting a D-bar telescope on a V-size mount\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cnote\"\u003ePair it with any of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/v-size-sct-kits\"\u003eV-size SCT bar kits\u003c\/a\u003e — with this clamp, you don't need the armored-strip versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck your hole pattern before ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0567\/6639\/8617\/files\/FVS_Public.PDF?v=1638383700\"\u003eReference the product drawing\u003c\/a\u003e for the hole pattern and measurements — or \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@cxbastro.com\"\u003eemail us\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll confirm your fit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes it \"Sure Grip\"?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost basic Vixen saddles clamp with the tip of a set screw — a tiny contact patch that digs into the bar. The Sure Grip's non-marking clamp system spreads the grip, holding firmly without marring, pitting, or deforming your dovetail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need armored-strip dovetail bars with this saddle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — armored strips exist to protect bars from \u003cem\u003eset screws\u003c\/em\u003e. Since this saddle's clamp doesn't mar bars, the regular (non-armored) versions of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/v-size-sct-kits\"\u003eV-size bar kits\u003c\/a\u003e work perfectly and save you a few dollars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs V-size the same as Vixen?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — V-size is the Vixen-style dovetail, the smaller of the two common dovetail standards (the larger being the D-size, or Losmandy-style). 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Machined of sturdy aluminum with a black anodized finish, it bridges the two standards so your smaller tube rides your heavy-duty mount without re-barring anything. Spacer pucks are included. CNC-machined in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eMounts V-size (Vixen-style) dovetail bars on D-size (Losmandy-style) mounts\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eClamps\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eV-size (Vixen-style) dovetail bars\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eMounts to\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eD-size (Losmandy-style) saddles\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eIncludes\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eSpacer pucks\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eBlack anodized aluminum\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eCNC-machined in the USA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich V-Size Saddle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow chead\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eType\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-sure-grip-vixen-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eSure Grip Vixen Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eSaddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eNon-marking clamp for any V-size bar\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-dovetail-saddle-puck-adapter-eq6-vixen\"\u003eEQ6 \/ Atlas Vixen Conversion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eConversion\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eReplacing the stock EQ6 \/ Orion Atlas saddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-side-by-side-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eSide by Side Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eDual\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eTwo telescopes on one mount — 12″ bar with two saddles\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-side-by-side-connecting-bar\"\u003eSide by Side Connecting Bar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eBar only\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eAdding your own saddles to a side-by-side rig\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow cnow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eV-to-D Adapter Saddle\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eThis model\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eAdapter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eMounting a V-bar telescope on a D-size mount\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-losmandy-to-vixen-dovetail-assembly-tall-version-with-spacer-pucks\"\u003eD-to-V Adapter Assembly\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eAdapter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eMounting a D-bar telescope on a V-size mount\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cnote\"\u003eGoing the other direction — a D-size bar on a V-size mount? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-losmandy-to-vixen-dovetail-assembly-tall-version-with-spacer-pucks\"\u003eD-to-V adapter assembly\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhich direction does this convert?\u003c\/strong\u003e Telescope has a \u003cstrong\u003eV bar\u003c\/strong\u003e, mount has a \u003cstrong\u003eD saddle\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is your adapter. If it's the other way around, you want the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-losmandy-to-vixen-dovetail-assembly-tall-version-with-spacer-pucks\"\u003eD-to-V adapter assembly\u003c\/a\u003e instead. Hole pattern questions? \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@cxbastro.com\"\u003eEmail us\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll confirm your fit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich direction does it convert?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis saddle puts a telescope with a \u003cstrong\u003eV-size (Vixen-style) bar\u003c\/strong\u003e onto a \u003cstrong\u003eD-size (Losmandy-style) mount\u003c\/strong\u003e. It clamps into your mount's D saddle and grips your telescope's V bar on top. 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Machined of sturdy aluminum with a black anodized finish, this \u003cstrong\u003e12″ Vixen-style dovetail bar carries two of our Vixen saddles\u003c\/strong\u003e — attaching two telescopes side by side to a single mount. Run your imaging scope next to your guide scope, or a widefield refractor next to a planetary tube, without swapping anything. CNC-machined in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003e12″ connecting bar with two Vixen-style (V-size) saddles — mounts two telescopes side by side\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eBar standard\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eV-size (Vixen-style) — the bar drops into your mount's V-size saddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eSaddles\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eTwo Farpoint Vixen-style saddles, mounted\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eBlack anodized aluminum\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eCNC-machined in the USA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich V-Size Saddle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow chead\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eType\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-sure-grip-vixen-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eSure Grip Vixen Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eSaddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eNon-marking clamp for any V-size bar\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-dovetail-saddle-puck-adapter-eq6-vixen\"\u003eEQ6 \/ Atlas Vixen Conversion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eConversion\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eReplacing the stock EQ6 \/ Orion Atlas saddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow cnow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eSide by Side Saddle\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eThis model\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eDual\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eTwo telescopes on one mount — 12″ bar with two saddles\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-side-by-side-connecting-bar\"\u003eSide by Side Connecting Bar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eBar only\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eAdding your own saddles to a side-by-side rig\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-losmandy-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eV-to-D Adapter Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eAdapter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eMounting a V-bar telescope on a D-size mount\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-losmandy-to-vixen-dovetail-assembly-tall-version-with-spacer-pucks\"\u003eD-to-V Adapter Assembly\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eAdapter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eMounting a D-bar telescope on a V-size mount\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cnote\"\u003eAlready own two Vixen saddles? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-side-by-side-connecting-bar\"\u003econnecting bar alone\u003c\/a\u003e saves you the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMind your mount's payload.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two tubes plus the bar add up — make sure your mount's capacity covers the full side-by-side load. Questions? \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@cxbastro.com\"\u003eEmail us\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll talk through your setup.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does it attach to my mount?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 12″ connecting bar is itself a Vixen-style dovetail — it drops into your mount's V-size saddle just like a single telescope would. The two saddles on top then each clamp a telescope's V-size bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat would I use a side-by-side rig for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnywhere two optical tubes beat one: an imaging scope with a guide scope alongside, a widefield refractor paired with a long-focal-length tube, or visual observing through one scope while the other images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I buy just the bar?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-side-by-side-connecting-bar\"\u003eSide by Side Connecting Bar\u003c\/a\u003e is the same bar and screws without the two saddles, for astronomers who already own Vixen saddles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilding out a Vixen dovetail rig?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the V-size saddle line, or start with the dovetail system guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/v-size-dovetail-saddles\"\u003eShop all V-size saddles\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/telescope-dovetails\"\u003eRead the dovetail guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How does the Farpoint Vixen Side by Side saddle attach to a mount?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The 12 inch connecting bar is itself a Vixen-style dovetail that drops into the mount's V-size saddle. 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The \u003cstrong\u003eFarpoint Vixen Saddle Conversion\u003c\/strong\u003e replaces the stock head outright with a firm-grip V-size saddle built around a \u003cstrong\u003eside clamping bar\u003c\/strong\u003e — over 20 times the clamping area of a retaining screw, holding harder without scarring or deforming the dovetail bar. The complete unit comes mounted on its EQ6 puck adapter and installs with the screws already on your mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation: Three Screws, No Machining\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col class=\"steps\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoosen\u003c\/strong\u003e the screws holding the original saddle “puck” in place and set the stock head aside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttach\u003c\/strong\u003e the complete Farpoint unit in its place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRe-tighten\u003c\/strong\u003e the screws — conversion complete. Your mount now grips V-size dovetail bars with the full clamping bar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStandard or New Profile? Check Before You Order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEQ6-family mounts have been made with two different saddle-base profiles over the years. \u003cstrong\u003eThis conversion fits the standard (older) profile.\u003c\/strong\u003e Before ordering, remove or examine your mount's stock saddle puck and compare its side profile against the diagram below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fp-profile\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 700 300\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"EQ-6 saddle base profile comparison diagram showing the standard profile and the new profile cross-sections\"\u003e\n\u003cg transform=\"translate(120,8)\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M1 0 L2 12 L25 13 L25 16 L1 101 L0 133 L67 133 L68 0 Z\" fill=\"#0d1333\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\n\u003cg transform=\"translate(513,8)\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 0 L1 133 L67 133 L66 98 L42 13 L66 12 L67 0 Z\" fill=\"#0d1333\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"350\" y=\"62\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Segoe UI, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif\" font-size=\"27\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#0d1333\"\u003eEQ-6\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"350\" y=\"96\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Segoe UI, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif\" font-size=\"27\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#0d1333\"\u003eStandard Profile\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003cg transform=\"translate(120,158)\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 0 L19 61 L21 64 L31 65 L1 115 L1 133 L66 133 L67 0 Z\" fill=\"#0d1333\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\n\u003cg transform=\"translate(513,158)\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 0 L0 130 L10 133 L66 133 L66 116 L35 65 L47 63 L67 0 Z\" fill=\"#0d1333\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"350\" y=\"212\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Segoe UI, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif\" font-size=\"27\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#0d1333\"\u003eEQ-6\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"350\" y=\"246\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Segoe UI, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif\" font-size=\"27\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#0d1333\"\u003eNew Profile\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eReplaces the stock EQ6 \/ Atlas saddle with a firm-grip V-size (Vixen-style) clamping-bar saddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eFits mounts\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eSky-Watcher EQ6 and Orion Atlas with the \u003cstrong\u003estandard (older) saddle profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eClamping\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eSide clamping bar — over 20× the clamping area of a retaining screw; won't scar or deform the dovetail\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eLoosen the stock puck screws, attach the complete unit (puck adapter included), re-tighten — no machining\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eFits bars\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eV-size (Vixen-style) dovetail bars\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eBlack anodized aluminum\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eCNC-machined in the USA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eV-Size or D-Size Conversion?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth replace the stock EQ6 \/ Atlas head the same way — pick by the dovetail bars you run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow chead\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eClamps\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow cnow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eVixen Saddle Conversion\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eThis model\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eV-size bars\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eKeeping your Vixen-style bars — firm-grip upgrade over the stock clamp\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-dovetail-saddle-puck-adapter-eq6\"\u003eD-Size Saddle Conversion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eD-size bars\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eStepping up to the wider D-size (Losmandy-style) standard\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cnote\"\u003eNot sure which bar standard you're on? The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/telescope-dovetails\"\u003edovetail guide\u003c\/a\u003e shows how to tell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfile check is the one thing to get right.\u003c\/strong\u003e This unit fits the standard (older) EQ6 \/ Atlas saddle profile. Compare your stock puck against the profile diagram before ordering — or \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@cxbastro.com\"\u003eemail us\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll confirm your fit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill it fit my mount?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits Sky-Watcher EQ6 and Orion Atlas mounts with the \u003cstrong\u003estandard (older) saddle profile\u003c\/strong\u003e. EQ6-family mounts were made with two profiles over the years — check your stock puck against the profile diagram. Unsure? \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@cxbastro.com\"\u003eEmail us a photo\u003c\/a\u003e of your mount's saddle and we'll confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy a clamping bar instead of the stock screw?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stock saddle grips your dovetail with the tip of a retaining screw — a tiny contact patch that digs divots into the bar. The Farpoint side clamping bar spreads the grip across more than 20 times that area: it holds harder and leaves your dovetail unmarked, no matter how many times you set up and tear down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eShould I go V-size or D-size?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your telescopes carry V-size (Vixen-style) bars, this saddle keeps everything compatible while fixing the clamp. Running heavier gear or planning to standardize on the wider D-size (Losmandy-style) bars? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-dovetail-saddle-puck-adapter-eq6\"\u003eD-size EQ6 \/ Atlas conversion\u003c\/a\u003e is the same three-screw swap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilding out a Vixen dovetail rig?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the V-size saddle line, or start with the dovetail system guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/v-size-dovetail-saddles\"\u003eShop all V-size saddles\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/telescope-dovetails\"\u003eRead the dovetail guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Will the Farpoint Vixen saddle conversion fit my EQ6 or Orion Atlas mount?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"It fits Sky-Watcher EQ6 and Orion Atlas mounts with the standard (older) saddle profile. 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If you already own Farpoint Vixen saddles, bolt them to this bar and you've built the same two-telescope rig for a fraction of the cost. CNC-machined in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003e12″ side-by-side connecting bar — mounts two Vixen saddles for a two-telescope rig\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eIncludes\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eConnecting bar and screws only — \u003cstrong\u003esaddles not included\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eBar standard\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eV-size (Vixen-style) — the bar drops into your mount's V-size saddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eCNC-machined in the USA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich V-Size Saddle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow chead\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eType\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-sure-grip-vixen-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eSure Grip Vixen Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eSaddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eNon-marking clamp for any V-size bar — add two to this bar\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-dovetail-saddle-puck-adapter-eq6-vixen\"\u003eEQ6 \/ Atlas Vixen Conversion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eConversion\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eReplacing the stock EQ6 \/ Orion Atlas saddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-side-by-side-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eSide by Side Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eDual\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eThe complete rig — this bar with two saddles pre-mounted\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow cnow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eSide by Side Connecting Bar\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eThis model\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eBar only\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eAdding your own saddles to a side-by-side rig\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-losmandy-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eV-to-D Adapter Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eAdapter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eMounting a V-bar telescope on a D-size mount\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-losmandy-to-vixen-dovetail-assembly-tall-version-with-spacer-pucks\"\u003eD-to-V Adapter Assembly\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eAdapter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eMounting a D-bar telescope on a V-size mount\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo saddles in the box.\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is the bar and screws only. Want the ready-to-run version? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-side-by-side-dovetail-saddle\"\u003ecomplete Side by Side Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e ships with both saddles mounted.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat exactly is included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe side-by-side connecting bar and its screws — nothing else. You supply the two Vixen saddles, such as our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-sure-grip-vixen-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eSure Grip Vixen Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does it attach to my mount?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe connecting bar is itself a Vixen-style dovetail — it drops into your mount's V-size saddle just like a single telescope would. The two saddles you add then each clamp a telescope's V-size bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eShould I buy this or the complete version?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy this if you already own two Vixen saddles — it's the same bar at a fraction of the price. Starting from zero? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-side-by-side-dovetail-saddle\"\u003ecomplete Side by Side Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e arrives assembled and ready to run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilding out a Vixen dovetail rig?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the V-size saddle line, or start with the dovetail system guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/v-size-dovetail-saddles\"\u003eShop all V-size saddles\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/telescope-dovetails\"\u003eRead the dovetail guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is included with the Farpoint Vixen Side by Side Connecting Bar?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The side-by-side connecting bar and its mounting screws only. 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It's an assembly of our 7″ D-size saddle bolted to a 7″ V-size dovetail bar: the V bar drops into your mount's saddle, and the D saddle on top clamps your telescope's bar. Machined from sturdy aluminum with a black anodized finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003etall version includes 2 spacer pucks\u003c\/strong\u003e that raise the assembly for easier access to clamping knobs in some configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eMounts D-size (Losmandy-style) dovetail bars on V-size (Vixen-style) mounts\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eAssembly\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003e7″ D-size saddle + 7″ V-size dovetail bar\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eIncludes\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003e2 spacer pucks (tall version) for easier access in some configurations\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eBlack anodized aluminum\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"k\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v\"\u003eCNC-machined in the USA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Saddle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow chead\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003eLength\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-7-inch-dovetail-saddle\"\u003e7″ Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003e7″\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eUpgrading Vixen-style mount heads to a D-size saddle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-14-inch-dovetail-saddle\"\u003e14″ Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003e14″\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eLong bars and heavier optical tubes\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-6-inch-dovetail-saddle-takahashi\"\u003e6″ Takahashi Saddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003e6″\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eConverting Takahashi EM-style mounts to quick-release\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-dovetail-saddle-puck-adapter-eq6\"\u003eEQ6 \/ Atlas Conversion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003e7″\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eReplacing the stock Vixen saddle on EQ6 \/ Orion Atlas\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"crow cnow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cm\"\u003eD-to-V Adapter Assembly\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eThis model\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cc\"\u003e7″\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ct\"\u003eMounting a D-bar telescope on a V-size mount\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cnote\"\u003eGoing the other direction — a V-size bar on a D-size mount? See our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-losmandy-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eV-to-D adapter saddle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhich direction does this convert?\u003c\/strong\u003e Telescope has a \u003cstrong\u003eD bar\u003c\/strong\u003e, mount has a \u003cstrong\u003eV saddle\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is your adapter. If it's the other way around, you want the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-losmandy-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eV-to-D adapter saddle\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich direction does it convert?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis assembly puts a telescope with a \u003cstrong\u003eD-size (Losmandy-style) bar\u003c\/strong\u003e onto a \u003cstrong\u003eV-size (Vixen-style) mount\u003c\/strong\u003e. The V bar on the bottom drops into your mount's saddle; the D saddle on top clamps your telescope's bar. For the opposite conversion, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/farpoint-vixen-losmandy-dovetail-saddle\"\u003eV-to-D adapter saddle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the spacer pucks for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two included spacer pucks raise the assembly — the extra height makes the clamping knobs easier to reach in some mount configurations. That's what makes this the “tall” version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete assembly: our 7″ D-size saddle, a 7″ V-size dovetail bar, and 2 spacer pucks. Your telescope's D bar and your mount are the only other pieces involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilding out a dovetail rig?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the saddle line, or start with the dovetail system guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/d-size-dovetail-saddles\"\u003eShop all D-size saddles\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/telescope-dovetails\"\u003eRead the dovetail guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Which direction does the Farpoint D-to-V Dovetail Adapter Assembly convert?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The assembly puts a telescope with a D-size (Losmandy-style) bar onto a V-size (Vixen-style) mount. 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