JibOne $69, ProAM $249 or Kessler $1000+ ? Not judging by price only, which one?

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CaliWhite

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I am looking for a jib to use for a television commercial that
the clients are requesting.

I really only need it one day as for now.
There are n o rental houses in my area, so I have to order one.

My question is, Which unit will be best of these 3. I have heard of them
all but have never used one. I am looking at the

JibOne because my budget is a little low for this production and it cost only $69 for their 6ft Top Mounted Bracket Crane.

http://www.hollywoodife.com/E1/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=58


The Kessler Crane is kind of expensive, but I can squeeze it if I have to. $1000+

http://www.kesslercrane.com/pocket-jib-s/3.htm


I have heard that the ProAm crane is good, but does not offer anything more than the
lower cost cranes like TomyJib or JibOne. $249

http://www.proamcranes.com/shop/product.php?productid=16133&cat=249&page=1



I am leaning toward the JibOne Crane for $69 but I would like some advice if someone has any to offer.
 
+1 for Kessler.

Does it seem a little strange that the other two linked products are mounted on cheapo lighting stands? Nuf said.

Grant
 
Although the Kessler cost more, I think it's the best one from the list to own. Also for future, it has additions in which you can make the crane much longer if need be. Remember for safety, always use a strong and sturdy tripod.

J.
 
I have a 12' Kessler with the K-Pod/Hercules Head and Revolution Head w/ Oracle Controller. As a full, modular system it's fantastic. I can configure it as a 6', 8', 12', or (with add-on) 18' crane that is very stable and sturdy with little bounce or wobble when properly balanced. One person can set it up quickly with no tools, it packs away compactly, and it can easily be configured as a dolly with some additional parts. It also accepts the Shuttle-pod which is a ladder-style dolly that runs along the crane trussing. Kessler build quality is top notch, the design is great, and customer service is very good. A $69 jib is destined to cause problems and be a hassle on set. Would you rather throw $69 (or even $250) away, or put it towards a tool that you will still have in 5-10 years? If you just want a throw away piece that will get you through one job, then go for the cheap option. If you want a tool with some longevity, get the Kessler.
 
Wow, thanks for all of the feedback. Looks like the Kessler would be a good investment.
I just wish they had a payment plan. lol

Thanks again everyone.
 
Thanks for the tips guys.

We made a last minute decision and went with the
JibOne.

3 reasons:

1) We spent too much time talking about it, so we didn't have
enough time to order from the other companies to get it on time.

2) They considered 60 miles away "local", and had a guy out to my studio
the next day. He hooked everything up for us and explained how to use it.
He also explained how to get the best use out of it.

3) The cost was so low that I felt like we cheated them. lol
 
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