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Got a Sachtler fluid head for $20 at a yard sale

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@ScubaSteve
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So I scored this head for $20 having the feeling that it must be worth much more.

It says "sachtler - munchen" and has "P139" engraved on the side.

It didn't come with a plate and I am 99% sure its a 100mm ball.

It has 7 steps of tilt and 3 steps of drag. It also had a red dial that won't move and does nothing to my knowledge.

I am hoping one of you guys could give me some more info on this since I am not having the best luck googling around.



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Mar 17 2013 5:58PM
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@ScubaSteve
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correction: it actually has 7 steps for each pan and tilt!
Mar 17 2013 5:59PM
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TijmenDal
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Whatever the case, that head is worth much more and outperforms its pricetag. There aren't too many legs with a 100mm ballhead though (right?)
Mar 17 2013 6:05PM
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@ScubaSteve
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I know 100mm isnt as popular as 75mm. But its must have been one of the pricer ones since it can hold alot of wieght
Mar 18 2013 4:41PM
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100mm is the "industry" standard for more of the industrial heads. Chances are that head is beefier than you'll need, but i'd suggest heading to DVXuser to get more info on it, and maybe a value. I hear Sachtlers last forever so I assume you could get something more than $20 if you decide/find it's too much for you
Mar 18 2013 4:53PM
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@ScubaSteve
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Thanks. I posted in DVXuser the other day and still haven't gotten any replies.
Is it worth contacting Sachtler about this to see if they know the model number or can sell me a plate?


Mar 20 2013 7:27PM
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Static
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probably not I mean you'd have to copy and paste and click send, seems like a hassle. not worth it IMO
Mar 20 2013 7:33PM
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Mag
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Seems to look very similar to the sachtler video 14/18/16 heads e.g

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sachtler-Video-18-set-/221203385581?pt=US_Tripods&hash=item3380bfcced
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