I've been a Calumet customer for a number of years buying everything from cameras and lenses to paper and consumables to my latest purchase, a calumet branded monopod, CK7108 and tilt head. Service was as usual, prompt and received the 'pod within 48 hours of ordering. It was well packaged and delivery tracked. Delivery was free as I had spent over £50 but at the price of the 'pod I'd have happily paid delivery too. The monopod is great quality and solid and I can't see any difference between this one and the Manfrotto alternative and for less money. I'll continue to buy with confidence from Calumet.