Description
Ronford-Baker Heavy Duty Cinema Tripod Legs with Ground Spreader (Vintage)
Bring rock-solid, industry-standard stability to your cinema or high-end video production setup with this vintage Ronford-Baker Heavy Duty Tripod. Renowned worldwide by camera operators and cinematographers for their legendary durability, Ronford-Baker supports are built like tanks and engineered to handle the heaviest camera rigs (Arriflex, RED, Sony, Panavision, Mitchell, etc.).
This listing features a classic set of dual-tube aluminum legs equipped with a 150mm bowl mount (interchangeable/adaptable top) and an original Ronford-Baker adjustable ground spreader.
Item Specifics & Details
Brand: Ronford-Baker Engineering Co. Ltd. (Watford, Herts, England)
Model: Heavy Duty (HD) Cine Tripod Legs
Serial Number: 17430 (Stamped on the ground spreader)
Head Fitting: Large Bowl (Standard 150mm bowl diameter)
Material: Heavy-duty aluminum alloy tubes with robust cast-iron/steel locking castings
Spreader: Included Ronford-Baker adjustable ground spreader with locking knobs
Type: Professional Motion Picture / Cinema / Video Tripod
Condition Report
Mechanical Condition: Fully functional. All leg extensions slide smoothly, and the vintage heavy-duty locking clamps tighten securely. The ground spreader adjustments lock firmly into position.
Cosmetic Condition: Good Vintage Condition (with beautiful patina). As seen in the photos, there is standard cosmetic paint wear, minor scuffs, and chips on the black castings from professional studio and field use. The silver aluminum legs show minor surface wear but remain straight with no structural dents or compromises.
