[LewisM]

What is more desireable/preferrable:

1. balance a scope using the standard counterweight rod, and using many weights

or

2. balance using a longer counterweight rod with less actual counterweight mass

I understand the effective weight is the same, but is there any actual benefit/advantage/mechanical preference of one over the other?

I have a new scope coming that will require either 9kg counterweights or less actual weights on my custom counterweight rod...