@spreegurke WHERE can I get those handels you posted in this forum... the ones with the rossette locks

has anybody got news from lanparte regarding this issue?

are they still taking care?

I ordered some more stuff from Lanparte recently and also received their new set of handles.
Upon first test they look and feel very solid and sturdy. It's a similar design as the Tilta rosetta handles but with a different locking system. Jerry has asked me not to publish any photos yet, but will do so as soon he gives me OK for it.

For the old handles I will also try to add more friction groove on the bottom ball socket with a lathe, since bimdas had already good sesults with that approach.

@Vitaliy_Kiselev If Jerry includes this handles in the rig deal, I can recommend the Lanparte rig again.

Update from the slipping handle front.

I also added friction grooves to the lower socket ball (see pictures) and upon first tests it's performing much better than before. If somebody else has the same problem, this will fix the issue of the locking problem from the handles. At least for now.

@Vitaliy_Kiselev I am interested in the whole Lanparte Rig, do you have a special arrangement with them to sell the whole thing or just specific pieces? What would the price be on all the parts, A,B,C,D,E ? Thanks!

Edit: After reading the promotion once more, I saw the price of $679; just wanted to verify if that price is still relevant for pieces a,b,c,d,e together?

is there any chance that there will be a special deal for the shoulder support?

Same here, it went all good. Parts have the great quality that i was looking forward to. Thanks Vitaly.

Any test footage of the Lanparte in action?

One small thing that is bugging me with the Lanparte (because the overall quality is so good) is the thumb-screw to secure the base plate - if it was round instead of a standard thumb-screw it would be a LOT easier to set the base plate any way you want it (without it getting in the way of the camera body).

@Vitaliy_Kiselev roger that.. although I can't find such a topic. You suggest I make a new one? I was talking about the thumb screw that secures the base-plate. The thumb screw / camera (with dslr form factor) gets in the way of each other. If it was round instead of like a lever, there would be no problem. If you look at the Tilta rig, the base plate is secured with a round thumb screw.

Edit: attached an image to show what I'm talking about.

@meniK I'll propably have a round screw made.. But like you say, an additional riser may help.

Yes, it does. And I like it as it is, since you can tighten it better when your hands are cold (as they are in Germany right now…).

My Lanparte rig arrived today and after a few hours of configuring it and playing around I'm extremely happy with it overall. It's all pretty solid and very well built. Not too heavy but heavy enough that it'll make a huge difference in the stability of hand-held shots compared to my old crappy Cowboy Studio rig.

The rig is very adaptable with all kinds of adjustment points as well as screw holes for additional accessories. I look forward to getting out with it soon and shooting with it and am already saving for the next accessory to join the family.

Thanks VK for an awesome deal.