I was going to do some comments on my Redsnapper 284...

I have a troubled history with tripods
I suppose the closest to ideal for me owulf be the manfrotto mf4 or mf3, but.. ouch the price.

I got the redsnapper, and build wise it seems very good, the bag is surprisingly good for the price. I have tried the 190XPROB, which is very similar, but slimmer. The 284 seems to have more robust legs.
An evidence of manfrottos quality is that it does not feel less capable or reliable than the 284. It has a flexible column too and locking screws for the head.
The 284 on the plus side has a weight hook, and spiked legs (scottish hills here I go!).

I didn't take it up Conic Hill because the weather was absolutely rubbish so I saved myself the weight and it stayed in the boot of the car.
Hope to go to the Pentlands this weekend and give it a try. The bag's strap seems good, although a bit short to be used across the torso.

RSH-24 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head

Completely new in original box. The qr plate snaps into place which is very convenient. Metal build, very solid, but not the most fluid of heads...



Shipped to UK for £15.

In a real world it would mean that you live in a city with a billion people and dozen of photo shops. You belong to a dozen photo clubs and everyday you have huge conference like meetings.

book is now spoken for, awaiting postage payment.
That was quick...

It should be more along the £200 mark. But others may have more stats.
Scratches will put people off. But its scarcity will make it desirable nonetheless.

Another book for your photographic library:
Langford's Starting Photography: The guide to great images with digital or film (Paperback)

PM if interested.

Sold to leytono.

I started as soon as I read the title.

I never unscrewed it. I tried once, but couldn't, I think some grip and strength is needed.
The thread is indeed 1/4'', according to one review.

I bought this tripod to have a good traveler option. It is great for that, so small and light while still reaching a good height.
Problem is I overestimated... With grip and a tele lens, the tripod loses stability extended. With a lighter setup or if you are willing to go to lower heights, than it should be fine.

Specs:

Velbon
length/cm 39
height, max/cm 161
height, max/cm 136
no column
height, min/cm 19
weight/g 896
max weight/kg 3

With head it weighs 1320g.

Reviews:
Amazon
Virtual Traveler

The current offer from Velbon closest to this is the Ultra Maxi L, which is much more expensive and does not reach the specs of the Luxi F.

Photos:




The legs can be changed between 3 different anlges to go very low near the ground.

There legs are in 4 sections


The tripod comes with the PH-145Q 3 or 4 way head with level spirit.


The base of the QR plate is square which is good because it makes it more flexible in orientation.

The head folds to a compact shape for traveling. The head can be changed, but I never tried.



I also have the original box which will be included.

Price is £45 delivered 1st class or +£3 for Next day .