Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3"

  • Price: $5.99
  • B&H # ADCP3
  • Mfr# 3203HT

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This is the Adjustable Clamp Company's 3" Classic "A" Clamp -- strong, rust-resistant, durable. This size is perfect for holding a reflector board, gathering cloth backgrounds or drapes, or securing a large roll of seamless paper to its crossbar.

Also known as a Pony Clamp, it features replaceable plastic end tips to avoid marring delicate finishes, and plastic handle caps for comfort.

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Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3"
 
4.0

(based on 13 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (10)
  • Attach securely (8)
  • Good power output (6)
  • Easy to use (5)
  • Long-lasting (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • General purpose (6)
    • Studio (4)
    • Indoors (3)
    • Outdoor events / games (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Pro photographer (3), Semi-pro photographer (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (6)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Clamp it, Clamp it and go!

    I use these for a variety of needs. They come in handy and I could not survive with out them. The more I use them, the more I need them.

    I use these for a variety of needs. They come in handy and I could not survive with out them. The more I use them, the more I need them.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Need two hands

    I ordered two of these, one to secure each side of my white seamless so that it doesn't unroll. I work alone, so need to be able to hold the roll of paper in...Read complete review

    I ordered two of these, one to secure each side of my white seamless so that it doesn't unroll. I work alone, so need to be able to hold the roll of paper in one hand and clamp with the other. The clamp is too strong to open with one hand. I need to use both hands. Also, the tips are too wide for the paper roll when it's on the support.

    As someone already echoed, this has its uses, but not for small jobs (especially when you're working alone).

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    Reviewed by 13 customers

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    4.0

    Heavy-Duty Chomper

    By Paul

    from Racine, WI

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attach Securely
    • Durable
    • Long-Lasting
    • Powerful
    • Versatile

    Cons

    • Heavy bulky

    Best Uses

    • General Use
    • Studio

    Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

    I have been using these primarily with my background stand in my studio to secure backgrounds and seamless rolls. Fits around the stand's legs well and doesn't leave a mark. (Plus the orange tips are a nice touch.) You might have to two-hand this one to open it fully and some may see this as a problem, but this is exactly the strength you want when securing your equipment. The only complaint from me would be that they are fairly heavy and sometimes I wish the clamp ends were a little longer. I've also found them handy with fill cards by clamping them to the base to hold them upright when working on a table top. And for that time when I had to superglue a shoe together...

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    3.0

    Weak hands beware!

    By kbux

    from East Coast

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attach Securely
    • Durable
    • Powerful

    Cons

    • Big
    • Hard to open

    Best Uses

    • General Use

    Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

    I bought these clamps because they were suggested to me by BH when I bought a background stand, but I should've heeded the reviews that said to avoid them if you are a lady. I found that they were quality clamps, able to support heavy backdrops, but also extremely hard to open for both strong guys and girls. I would suggest a smaller size for ordinary use, but otherwise a good buy.

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    4.0

    Big Honkin' Clamp

    By JackRack

    from Annapolis, MD

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attach Securely
    • Durable
    • Good Color Value
    • Long-Lasting
    • Powerful

    Cons

    • Runs Hot

    Best Uses

    • General Use
    • Indoors

    Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

    I use these to help manage my backgrounds. When you clamp with these things they stay clamped and that is mostly good.

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    • No

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    5.0

    Big Difference Maker!!

    By T - Watt the Videographer

    from Daytona Beach, FL

    About Me Pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attach Securely
    • Durable
    • Long-Lasting

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • General Use

      Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

      [...]These clamps gives my background kit that professional aspect that all independent videos producers aspire to gain. using multiple clamps removes unsightly wrinkles from the muslin backgrounds that I use.

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      5.0

      Clamp it, Clamp it and go!

      By Johnny Light

      from Lancaster, PA

      About Me Pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Attach Securely
      • Durable
      • Powerful

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • General Use
        • Indoors
        • Outdoors
        • Special Events

        Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

        I use these for a variety of needs. They come in handy and I could not survive with out them. The more I use them, the more I need them.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

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        5.0

        If you need a large clamp...

        By schuenke

        from Houston, TX

        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Attach Securely
        • Durable
        • Powerful

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

            Really big A clamp if you need something substantial

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            • No

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            4.0

            Very Clampy

            By oldedgar

            from Minneapolis, MN

            About Me Pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Attach Securely
            • Durable
            • Good Color Value
            • Long-Lasting
            • Powerful

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • General Use
              • Indoors
              • Outdoors
              • Special Events

              Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

              This clamp is sturdy and dependable. I would give it 5 stars but I think a 5 star clamp should get you laid or something.

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              • No

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              3.0

              Easy to Use

              By EditGal

              from Melbourne, Fl.

              About Me Professional

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Durable
              • Easy To Use
              • Lightweight
              • Reliable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Studio

                Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

                They are quite large, and do what they need. I use them to hold up background cloth when filming my interviews and they work just fine.

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                5.0

                Strong!

                By T-Mac

                from AR

                About Me Semi-Professional

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Durable
                • Easy To Use
                • Lightweight
                • Reliable

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Everyday use
                  • Portraits
                  • Studio

                  Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

                  You could clamp an elephant to the wall with one of these!

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                  5.0

                  Bigger than I expected

                  By John

                  from Corona, CA

                  About Me Semi-Professional

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Durable
                  • Easy To Use

                  Cons

                  • Bulky

                  Best Uses

                  • Portraits
                  • Studio

                  Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

                  Much bogger than I expected, but these work very well and I would recommend them to anyone desiring clamps.

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                  1.0

                  Need two hands

                  By Stacey

                  from San Francisco

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                  • Attach Securely

                  Cons

                  • Hard to open

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

                    I ordered two of these, one to secure each side of my white seamless so that it doesn't unroll. I work alone, so need to be able to hold the roll of paper in one hand and clamp with the other. The clamp is too strong to open with one hand. I need to use both hands. Also, the tips are too wide for the paper roll when it's on the support.

                    As someone already echoed, this has its uses, but not for small jobs (especially when you're working alone).

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                    4.0

                    Works Great

                    By John Streeter

                    from Sydney

                    About Me Experienced

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Use
                    • Portable
                    • Quick Set Up

                    Cons

                    • Tip Covers can fall off

                    Best Uses

                    • Photographic Studio

                    Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

                    General Purpose Studio Clamp

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                    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    4.0

                    BIG CLAMP!!!

                    By Chief

                    from Bismarck, ND

                    About Me Experienced

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Use
                    • Improves Performance
                    • Quick Set Up

                    Cons

                    • Bulky

                    Best Uses

                    • Events

                    Comments about Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3":

                    This works great. The only drawback is that it may be too big for some jobs.

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                    What's in the Box

                    Adjustable Clamp Company Pony Spring "A" Clamp with Plastic Tips - 3"
                    • 2 x Replaceable Plastic End Tips
                    • One Year Manufacturer's Warranty
                     
                     
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