The Manfrotto 3-Section Wind Up Stand with Levelling Leg (Black) is a tall, high-load wind-up stand thats constructed from carbon-nitride casehardened steel for enhance wear resistance. The stand is equipped with a geared column and one levelling leg thats rugged and heavy duty; and combines strength, stability and portability all in one stand; and also incorporates universal mounts which have both a 1-1/8 and 5/8 female socket as well as a 5/8 male stud.