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3 Legged Thing Axis 44 Padded Neck and Shoulder Strap Obsidian
Product Code: T3731376H
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The 3 Legged Thing Axis 44P Neck and Shoulder Strap in Obsidian is a 44mm padded strap with microfibre neck padding, a 4-Axis QD buckle and Arca-Swiss compatible plate for heavier professional systems.
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3 Legged Thing Axis 44 Padded Neck and Shoulder Strap Obsidian Summary
The 3 Legged Thing Axis 44P is the widest and most heavily padded strap in the Axis range, combining a 44mm profile with a microfibre-covered padded neck section for photographers carrying larger systems over extended periods. It suits professional mirrorless bodies, DSLRs and heavy telephoto lenses where narrower or unpadded straps create fatigue during demanding handheld shooting. Despite its wider padded construction, the strap weighs 261g.
The strap includes the world's first 4-Axis QD buckle system, allowing natural movement across shooting positions while maintaining a secure quick-detach connection. Two stainless steel QD swivels mount on aerospace-grade magnesium connectors for strength without unnecessary bulk. Cam-lever-lock glides allow fast length adjustment that locks without creep, and the included QD4 Arca-Swiss compatible quick release plate with integrated QD socket supports fast transitions between handheld and tripod-mounted shooting. The Obsidian finish provides a black-on-black appearance throughout.
3 Legged Thing Axis 44 Padded Neck and Shoulder Strap Obsidian Key Features
- 44mm padded strap profile
- Microfibre-covered neck padding
- World's first 4-Axis QD buckle system
- Cam-lever-lock glides for secure length adjustment
- QD4 Arca-Swiss compatible quick release plate included
- Two stainless steel QD swivels
- Aerospace-grade magnesium QD connectors
- 261g strap weight
Real-World Use
The Axis 44P suits photographers carrying heavier professional systems throughout full shooting days, including wildlife, sports and outdoor work where load management over time becomes a practical concern. The wide padded section distributes weight across a broad area of the neck and shoulder, reducing fatigue under large zoom and telephoto combinations. The QD plate remains on the camera throughout, allowing fast movement between handheld and tripod-supported shooting without swapping mounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Axis 44P the most supportive strap in the Axis range?
The Axis 44P combines the widest 44mm profile with integrated microfibre padding, providing greater load distribution and comfort for heavier camera systems than any other strap in the Axis lineup.
Is the Axis 44P suitable for professional telephoto lenses?
Yes. The wide padded construction is particularly useful when carrying heavier telephoto lenses alongside professional mirrorless or DSLR bodies over longer shooting sessions.
What does the microfibre padding improve?
The padded neck section reduces pressure across the neck and shoulder during prolonged handheld shooting and extended outdoor sessions compared to the non-padded Axis 44.
Why are aerospace-grade magnesium connectors used?
The magnesium connectors provide the structural strength needed for heavier equipment while keeping overall strap weight lower than steel alternatives.
How do the cam-lever-lock glides help during use?
The cam-lever-lock glides allow fast length adjustment and lock securely into position, preventing slipping or creep during movement between shooting setups.
What’s in the Box
- 3 Legged Thing AXIS 44mm Padded Camera Strap with QD Swivel
- QD4 Quick Release Plate with QD Socket
- 4mm Allen Key
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Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
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