Vintage Apollo Deluxe Camera Tripod with Case

This tripod belonged to my dad. He would use it to take family photos on special occasions. It’s in very good condition and comes with the original leather case. According to ChatGPT: Brand & Model • Apollo De Luxe is a vintage brand, most often associated with compact camera tripods made in the 1950s–1970s. • The logo with the letters inside a triangle (likely SPL or CSL) suggests it was produced by a Japanese or German OEM manufacturer that supplied many camera accessory brands during the post-war boom in photography. Features • Compact, folding design – These were marketed for portability, often fitting into a small leather or faux-leather case (like the one in your photo). • Adjustable ball head – Simple screw mount compatible with standard 1/4”-20 camera threads, making it usable with most cameras of the era. • Metal legs with rubber tips – Sturdy enough for early film cameras, but not designed for heavy SLRs or long telephoto lenses. More for rangefinders, compact 35mm, and smaller movie cameras. These kinds of vintage mini-tripods are sought after by collectors of mid-century camera gear or those wanting a period-correct accessory for their vintage camera. In gently used condition. Sold “as is”.