So my perception of "heavy" might not be very accurate in this case.
I included on the scale a short piece of typical 2.5" tubing with the band clamp because that is the tubing needed in the band clamp slip joint, and the fact the V clamp reduces the amount of 2.5" tubing needed by approx 1".

ie, the V Clamp weighs less, disregarding the needed SS welder filler needed to install.

1lb .2oz vs 1lb 1.9 oz

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Reality check, that half the population is smarter then 50% of the people and it's a constantly contested fact.