Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/01/26
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I like the new slik pro dx700 I think thats the name. Titanium color. about $180.00 mid size. Legs don't rotate when tightening, large lever locks, removable head. I also have the big pro slik, I stopped using my gitzo when I got that one. Steve - ---------- >From: KEN_GERLACH@HP-SantaClara-om12.om.hp.com >Subject: Re: [Leica] Re: Tripods >Date: Tue, Jan 26, 1999, 4:44 PM > > >Hi Luggers, > >Any recommendations for the lightest weight, very sturdy, small size >tripod for an M6 in the field? > >Also, I have found the "twisty" method (e.g. Gitzo) for locking the >legs is cumbersome and prefer the Bogen thumb tightening knobs that are >easier, faster and more positive. Any comments or recommendations of >other manufacturers that offer such ease of use leg tightening over the >twisty method? > >Would be much appreciated for your help to save me on my next extended >field trip. > >Ken >