Fantastic classic C-stand. I wasn't sure if this was the real deal as there are no references to Manfrotto on the stand, nor the box. Having looked at the Manfrotto webpage, it seems this stand is actually Manfrotto Avenger-series. Either way a really good stand for lights or audio gear. The Manfrotto sandbag I got (not included) is actually longer than the legs, which probably make it slip when filled with sand. But, at this point that's just a guess.