Farpoint 6 Inch Dovetail Saddle - Takahashi

Product Overview

Convert your Takahashi EM-style mount to a dovetail quick-release system.

The Farpoint 6 Inch Dovetail Saddle — Takahashi turns a Takahashi EM-style mount into a D-size (Losmandy-style) quick-release system. The included mounting puck assists in attaching the saddle to Takahashi mounts — once it's on, any telescope carrying a D-size dovetail bar clicks into your Takahashi mount and releases just as fast. Machined from sturdy aluminum with a black anodized finish, with a non-marring clamping bar that grips without gouging the dovetail.

Who Is This Product Best For?

This product is designed for telescope owners and astrophotographers who use Losmandy-style (D-size) dovetail hardware. It is an ideal choice if you need a precision-machined, reliable mounting solution that integrates with the Losmandy-style (D-size) ecosystem of plates, saddles, and accessories.

Why Choose This Product?

• Precision machined: CNC-machined and anodized for a tight, secure fit on Losmandy-style (D-size) hardware.
• Built to last: Aircraft-grade aluminum construction resists flexing under load and holds alignment.
• Trusted brand: Farpoint Astro is a respected name in telescope mounting hardware, made in the USA.

Recommended Uses

Use this telescope dovetail saddle for visual observing and astrophotography setups that rely on the Losmandy-style (D-size) dovetail standard, including mounting optical tubes, guide scopes, cameras, and accessories.

Compatibility and Accessory Notes

Key compatibility and fit details:

• Length: 6″
• Designed for: Takahashi EM-style mounts — includes mounting puck
• Fits bars: D-size (Losmandy-style) dovetail bars
• Clamping: Non-marring clamping bar — grips without gouging the dovetail
• Material: Black anodized aluminum
• Construction: CNC-machined in the USA

Important Limitations

This is a Losmandy-style (D-size) component and is not compatible with V-size (Vixen-style) hardware unless an adapter is used. Verify your telescope's mounting pattern and your mount's saddle width before purchasing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does it attach to my Takahashi mount?
The saddle ships with a mounting puck that assists in attaching it to Takahashi EM-style mounts. Once installed, your mount has a D-size (Losmandy-style) quick-release saddle — any telescope on a D bar clicks in and releases in seconds.

Can I still use my Takahashi clamshell?
Yes — add our Takahashi clamshell dovetail plate to the clamshell, and your original Takahashi scope clicks into this saddle like any other D-bar telescope. The combination keeps the clamshell's original functionality while opening the mount to other telescopes.

What does "non-marring" mean?
Instead of a bare screw tip digging into your dovetail, a full clamping bar presses flat against the dovetail face. It grips at least as hard — but leaves no divots or scratches in the anodizing.

Our Recommendation

If you run a Losmandy-style (D-size) setup, the Farpoint 6 Inch Dovetail Saddle - Takahashi is a dependable, precision choice that will integrate cleanly with the rest of your Farpoint dovetail system. Ontario Telescope and Accessories stocks the full Farpoint lineup to help you build a complete, matched mounting solution.