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    New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    It was pointed out that one of my pictures that I had posted needed to have the horizon leveled. Since I am on a quest to buy new equipment and improve my picture taking abilities I immediately recognized the problem and set out to invent the solution and have decided to share it with the other members here on our site.

    First step is to determine which side is lower and by how much. Next step would be to purchase my kit that provides you with seven nicely stained pieces of wood that are 1/4 thick. Next you just add boards underneath the foot that is on the same side as the lower end of your horizon line untill the horizon becomes level and presto the problem is fixed. For people with a sever problem you may want to purchase an additional set that will be offered at half price if purchased at the same time.

    Set will be $79.95 and that includes S&H. If you order now you will have it by Christmas, Jeff

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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    man. seems alittle to complicated for me to use.

    what if 1/4 is to much, maybe need to throw a 1/8 in there as well.
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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    a DIY solution that i used was to attach a large clamp of some sort (i used a C clamp) to a geared column assembly. just clamp it onto your leg nice and tight and dial in the height you need!

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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    Quote Originally Posted by Dylan8i
    man. seems alittle to complicated for me to use.

    what if 1/4 is to much, maybe need to throw a 1/8 in there as well.
    Good idea! That looks like it could be an fine adjustment accessory that could be offered for around $19.95 Thanks, Jeff
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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    I think I had rather have inflatable shoes and adjust the air pressure. Like those Nascar guys do the tires on their cars.LOL
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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    I'll take an order, Jeff.
    The check's in the mail.
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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    can you stain the wood to match my shoes?

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    Good way to get a "leg up" on the competition!

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    Brilliant...

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    Set will be $79.95 and that includes S&H. If you order now you will have it by Christmas, Jeff''...
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    There once was a grumpy old guy who knew how to do it better
    He grabbed a bunch of shingles and put a little kit together...

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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    I'll take 2, one for my gf. Plus I would like the 1/4" add on.

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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    Speaking of horizon leveling tools, we may see them in all sorts of cameras pretty soon.

    Here's a youtube video I shot today of the virtual horizon feature that Nikon built into the D3.
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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    Why not just use one of these and adjust the other 2 legs accordingly?

    http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/shop/4...cessories.html

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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    Quote Originally Posted by PhotoDad17
    Why not just use one of these and adjust the other 2 legs accordingly?

    http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/shop/4...cessories.html
    This kit was designed to be used under the foot of the photographer so he will stand straight and not lean to one side. If you use a tripod then the adjustment would be built into the legs. The kit does come with a complete set of instructional photos on how to properly stand on the boards to produce the results you need. LOL Jeff
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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    Jeff,

    Neat idea.

    Just did a patent search in the UK for this and you haven't got one. Get it filed double quick time or your going to miss out on all those royalties :lol:

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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    For some reason, I am reminded of a "Star Trek - Next Generation" episode where the (mere) humans ask "Q" (was that his name?) how to deal with a particular crisis, and his response was to (simply) temporarily "...change the gravitational constant of the universe." So, the photographer's equivalent would be, after you point your camera, to temporarily "level" the earth around you. That would save you $79.95... plus S&H, don't forget...
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    Quote Originally Posted by Rocket_Scientist
    For some reason, I am reminded of a "Star Trek - Next Generation" episode where the (mere) humans ask "Q" (was that his name?) how to deal with a particular crisis, and his response was to (simply) temporarily "...change the gravitational constant of the universe." So, the photographer's equivalent would be, after you point your camera, to temporarily "level" the earth around you. That would save you $79.95... plus S&H, don't forget...
    I would like to point out that the kit for $79.95 includes S&H. It also can be used to set hot pans on during the holidays and can also be used for coasters to put beer and other drinks on as well. It is also helpful if you have a table that rocks. One of these under the high leg and it may save a romantic dinner. This kit has many valuable functions beside the use as a Horizon Leveling Tool.

    Where else can you get one item that serves so many functions and at such a great price, Jeff LOL :idea:
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    Sounds like a Swiss Army Knife add.
    I think it could also be used as kindling in a survival situation which many nature photographers find themselves in.
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    I think Grandpaw's been hitten the Eggnog....maybe that KY or TN version

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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    I would like to point out that the aforementioned Star Trek: The Next Generation episode referenced above is "Deja Q" (TNG 3x13)

    Yeah, I know....
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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    can I get them in different colours? and possibly on some kind of lanyard to carry around?.. this is the next big thing in photography

    also your picture doesnt appear to be level.... ! hehe

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    Re: New horizon leveling tool. A MUST HAVE!!

    Quote Originally Posted by motlive
    can I get them in different colours? and possibly on some kind of lanyard to carry around?.. this is the next big thing in photography

    also your picture doesnt appear to be level.... ! hehe
    Yes to both questions!

    Someone with the critical eye that you have is just who this leveling tool is designed for. The photographer looking for perfection, Jeff
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