The only problems I have encounterd with stand was screw for crank handle cam loose and almost completly fell out.But if I would of read instructions they tell you to put a drop of removable lock tight on threads or use supplied thumb screws and remove crank handles when transporting.The other problem I found un fortunatly when I was getting ready to take a shot was my rubber boots on the wet platform squeeked very loudly.Yeah the deer was gone after that.