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Auction Started
May 6, 2026 08:25 AM MDT
Auction Ends
May 20, 2026 01:00 PM MDT
This auction might extend
Pick-up Location
Clemson University Surplus and Receiving
Auction Contact
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Payment
Visa, MasterCard, Discover 
Online CC Payment Less than or equal to $4,000.00
Shipping
Buyer must pickup item(s)
Description
Condition: SEE DESCRIPTION

Available for auction is a lot of three (3) camera tripods, including Manfrotto/Bogen professional-grade units, suitable for photography, video, and equipment support.

Included

  • (3) Tripods total
  • At least one Manfrotto 3211 tripod (clearly labeled “Made in Italy by Manfrotto”)
  • Bogen/Manfrotto pan heads with control handles
  • Adjustable telescoping legs with locking clamps

These are industry-recognized professional tripods, commonly used for cameras, video equipment, and technical applications.


Condition

  • Used condition with significant cosmetic wear
  • Paint wear, scratches, corrosion on hardware visible
  • One or more units show:
    • Worn or damaged mounting plates
    • Missing or non-original quick-release plates
    • Surface rust on screws/bolts
  • Legs extend and hardware present (function not fully tested)
  • No detailed functional or load testing performed
  • Sold as shown in photos

Key Features

  • Heavy-duty aluminum tripod construction
  • Adjustable height with telescoping legs
  • Pan/tilt heads with control handles
  • Stable base for cameras or equipment
  • Professional-grade tripod systems

Ideal Uses

  • Photography and videography support
  • Studio or field camera setups
  • Surveying or measuring equipment mounts
  • Audio/lighting stand use

Alternate Uses

  • Mounting lights, projectors, or speakers
  • Laser level or inspection tool stand
  • Workshop fixture support
  • Parts/repair resale (heads, legs, hardware)

Important Notes

  • Incomplete condition – may require parts or repair
  • Missing plates may require replacement for camera mounting
  • Sold as bulk lot – individual unit condition varies
  • Sold AS IS, WHERE IS with no warranties

Removal / Shipping Options

The buyer is responsible for all packing, shipping, and transportation arrangements. The surplus office does not ship items.

Local Pickup

Pickup by buyer or authorized third party is permitted.

Local Packing & Shipping Vendors (Buyer Must Coordinate Directly)

UPS Store – Clemson, SC
📍 103 Canoy Ln, Clemson, SC 29631
📞 864-654-9144
📧 store3497@theupsstore.com
🌐 https://www.theupsstore.com/3497

PakMail – Seneca, SC
📍 1085 Old Clemson Hwy, Suite E, Seneca, SC 29672
📞 864-654-1717
📧 us806@pakmail.com
🌐 https://www.pakmailofseneca.com

Note: The university will release items to UPS Store or PakMail once the buyer provides written authorization. All packing, transport, and shipping costs are paid by the buyer.

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Clemson University may require a bid deposit.

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Acceptable forms of payment are: Wire Transfer or Credit Card.
NO CASH, CHECKS, OR MONEY ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED!

Payment for an awarded item must be received within five (5) business days after notice of award.

Clemson University will charge a sales tax of 7%. The tax rate will be calculated at the time of bidding.

A Buyers Premium of 10.5% may be added to the final sale price with a $1 minimum charge per auction for payment collections.

All sales are final. Public Processing will notify buyer of receipt of payment via email.

The successful bidder will be responsible for pick-up of item(s) from the agency's premises. Pick-up must occur within ten (10) business days after notification of award. The notice of award, payment receipt, and personal identification must be presented at time of pick-up, or the item will not be released.

Pick-up hours, by appointment only, are normally Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:00PM EST except for university holidays or noted otherwise. Most surplus property is located at Clemson University Surplus and Receiving 108 Perimeter Rd Clemson SC 29634 but some items may be at other university locations across the state of South Carolina.