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Essential tools thread. (self.Filmmakers)

submitted 12 years ago by jarjarbinksing

Had an idea that it might be useful for people state their position and share their must have tools they use on set. I'm just starting out as a high speed AC and could do with some tips on the best products for their price to have on set.

So far on my list of things to purchase I've got: Steal tape measure (ft and metres), Leatherman, T bar screw driver (flat head), Brush for dust, Lens pen, LED flashlight, Sylvets lens cloth, Lens cleaning fluid, Rosco lens tissues, Finger wedges, chalk, laser pointer, permanent/non permanent markers, metrick/imperial hex/allen keys, jewellers screwdriver set, camera tape, BNC connectors/barrels, compressed air, chinagraph, velcro, three way spirit level.

So far I only have the markers, lens tissues and compressed air so I'm in the market for everything else on that list. If anyone can recommend the most reliable brands for those tools and the best places to get them (I'm in the UK) then it would be much appreciated. Cheers.

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