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Finding replacement cheeseplate for old Video SK camera rig

16 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

What the thread found

  • A current Flyer dovetail plate with part number 601-7412 and list price around $350 USD can fit older Video SK rigs as a replacement for a lost cheeseplate
  • An EFP dovetail plate may also be compatible with older Video SK equipment
  • Custom machining of a replacement cheeseplate can take several days of work and result in significantly higher costs than purchasing a compatible aftermarket part

Depends on

  • The compatibility claims are based on the specific Video SK model from the 1990s discussed in the thread
  • No explicit confirmation that either dovetail plate is a perfect fit; original poster was still verifying compatibility
  • Pricing information is from 2010 and may not reflect current costs

Parts

Dovetail Plate

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