with separate ball and pan controls and a RC2 quick-release system
on the other hand
all-metal construction with solid locking
The rear door's goopy "rubberized" coating has been removed
with clean glass and smooth focusing- but a fair bit of cosmetic wear
Markins TB-30 brand_Metabones with separate ball and panThe Markins TB 30 is a head base for select Gitzo Series 3 tripods which replaces the centre column with a fixed plate for additional stability. Includes plate, stem bolt, and extension tube. The tube lets you connect your tripod's hook, but the plate can be installed without the extension tube & hook with the addition of a 3 8" nut (not included). Fits G1320, G1326, G1327, G3330, G3530, G3540 3540L tripods, as well as G3531, G3541, and G3541L models