Velbon has been recognised as a leader in the design, development & manufacture of tripods of the highest quality. The Velbon Sherpa 450R tripod is an aluminium tripod equipped with the 3-way panhead PH157Q. The head is die-cast metal, & strongly constructed. It also has the Quick-release platform system that incorporates a one-touch handle that allows locking of both pan & tilt movements with one twist. The handle is mounted on the left this allows the user to keep their right hand free for focusing & operating a camera or scope. The Sherpa 450R tripod features a slanting tooth geared elevator for smooth adjustment, plus a friction adjuster that enables tension adjustment of centre-column elevator.