Can I add a stud to the power ring on the SWFA 3x9??

[MuleyFever]

There is a screw on the 3x9 SWFA power ring. Can a stud be threaded in there to make rotating the ring easier?

 

[Macintosh]

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[Bluumoon]

Someone recently posted that an M4 thread will fit it. I need to try it; $35 a pop will add up for me on throw levers.

 

[JohnB]

I'm interested to hear what you come up with. I was wondering the same thing.

 

[Tod osier]

There is a screw on the 3x9 SWFA power ring. Can a stud be threaded in there to make rotating the ring easier?

I have a giant cable tie on all mine, cut the tail completely off and just use the bump left over for my thumb. I wanted something more low profile than the available levers and did it as a test (thinking they wouldn't stay), but they are still there and work well.

 

[Valumpessa]

Reviving this thread as I'm also curious if there is a stud like on the swfa 3-15 available to install on a 3-9...?

 

[coya]

I'll second the offerings from mkmachining

 

[zekepa]

I have the Monstrum 42mm on my two scopes. So far they are working although I've only taken them to the range a few times.

Amazon.com

 

[dårlig jeger]

I have ranger bands on all mine. Cheap and very effective.

 

[Valumpessa]

I have the ranger bands too. They're alright.

 

[Shortschaf]

+1 to @zekepa amazon link

the 42mm fits an swfa 3-9 great using the foam shims

 

[Chris in TN]

I have a giant cable tie on all mine, cut the tail completely off and just use the bump left over for my thumb. I wanted something more low profile than the available levers and did it as a test (thinking they wouldn't stay), but they are still there and work well.

The power steering pump in my tractor has a slow leak. So every few weeks I have to twist the cap off and add fluid. The cap is original, so almost 50 years old, and pretty slick. Probably 5-6 years ago I took a large zip tie and pulled it tightly around the cap so as to have a nub for my hand to twist against. It's stayed on and served well and if I had to replace a zip tie every 5 years, I can live with that.

Point being, I like your zip tie idea and might try that myself.

 

[Valumpessa]

I have an email out to swfa asking about studs for the 3-9. May try one of the aftermarket options or zip ties next.

 

[Stud Duck]

I have an email out to swfa asking about studs for the 3-9. May try one of the aftermarket options or zip ties next.

Please report back.

 

[Valumpessa]

Just got the below response. No stud but I do see the mk machining throw levers are 20% off.

There is not a lever stud for the SWFA SS 3-9X42 but there is a company making throw levers for the SWFA SS 3-9X42 scope. Here is the link: https://www.mkmachining.com/product/swfa-ss-3-9x-hd/

 

[The Harbor Master]

Just got the below response. No stud but I do see the mk machining throw levers are 20% off.

There is not a lever stud for the SWFA SS 3-9X42 but there is a company making throw levers for the SWFA SS 3-9X42 scope. Here is the link: https://www.mkmachining.com/product/swfa-ss-3-9x-hd/

Thanks for this, ordered one... I've been just dealing with it but with 20% off might as well. $20 shipped.

 

[Q_Sertorius]

For what it’s worth, I did not like the polymer throw lever from MK. I prefer this one.

Amazon.com : Monstrum Triton Scope Throw Lever | 42 mm Diameter | Standard : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Monstrum Triton Scope Throw Lever | 42 mm Diameter | Standard : Sports & Outdoors

a.co

The 42mm is a nice snug fit if you use the included pads.

The 44mm fits the 5-20x and 1-6x.

 

[dårlig jeger]

The mk machining levers do not work for me because they have a lip that drops behind the power ring- to the adjustment threads for the diopter. My diopters are all adjusted nearly in, so the mk machine levers get in the way.

 

[Valumpessa]

Not sure if anyone saw but mkmachining has an updated throw lever design posted for the swfa scopes. Sounds like more compact and textured grip. Spendy though!

SWFA SS 3-9x42 HD Pro Series Throw Lever Rev V

SWFA SS 3-9x42 HD Pro Series Throw Lever Rev V. Speeding up magnification changes and target engagements without breaking the bank

www.mkmachining.com

 

[Q_Sertorius]

Not sure if anyone saw but mkmachining has an updated throw lever design posted for the swfa scopes. Sounds like more compact and textured grip. Spendy though!

SWFA SS 3-9x42 HD Pro Series Throw Lever Rev V

SWFA SS 3-9x42 HD Pro Series Throw Lever Rev V. Speeding up magnification changes and target engagements without breaking the bank

www.mkmachining.com

The $15 one from Monstrum works better and feels nicer.