The Davis & Sanford W3 Universal Folding Dolly with 3" Wheels is an adjustable tripod dolly with 3" ball-bearing rubber/metal wheels. It features a 35 lb load capacity and can be used with all standard tripods. It can conveniently be folded up to a compact 24" x 7" for transport and has a carry handle. The 3" wheels have "step on brakes" that lock and unlock their rolling and swivel movement.
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We bought these dolly's about a year ago for use with our high school students. In less than a year two of the three have broken because of a poor/faulty design where the tripod legs anchor. The previous dolly's we had from this same brand had metal 'boots' for the tripod legs to anchor into, whereas this version this part was made with plastic which broke with normal use due to the tension from the screw-down mechanism. Pictures attached. The only positive is that these dolly's are lighter-weight than the previous model.
It's 2022 and this dolly has hard plastic wheels made to look like the hard rubber ones that used to come with the dolly. The sliding pieces that hold the tripod legs have been plastic for many years, but have metal inserts for the tightening screws. Great for lights because it makes them easy to move and takes the place of the first sand bag. It's not really made for 'dolly shot' video, but if you have a hard floor and good image stabilization it could do in a pinch. Always explain to the crew that adjustments are 'firm' and never 'tight' if you want the equipment to last.