Buying gifts for film grips is harder than it looks. This list skips the novelty junk and focuses on real, field-tested tools and upgrades that grips actually use, keep, and appreciate on set.

Modulus-X is redefining what grip rigs can look like - lighter, stronger, faster to build, and adaptable to almost anything you throw at it. Here’s a full breakdown of why this modern truss system has become a new on-set essential.

The first installment of Set Questions — a new Legacy Grip series where I answer real questions from the grip community. From gear picks to breaking into the crew, these are conversations straight from the comments, DMs, and set life.

Over the years I’ve picked up lessons that have stuck with me - some practical, some cultural, and some you only learn the hard way. Here are 25 of the most important lessons I’ve learned while gripping.

Rigging challenges can feel overwhelming, but they don’t have to be. Here’s the exact process I use to break down complex builds, avoid failure, and deliver clean solutions on set.

Location scouting is where real grip work begins. Here’s how I break down a scout—from understanding the creative to measuring access points, coordinating with departments, and walking away with a plan that holds up on the day.

A working grip’s method for fast, solid, and smart object rigs.

A deep dive into five proven softbox build methods—Speedrail, Square Stock, ModX, Box Truss, and Speed Grid—complete with rigging strategies, pros and cons, and real-world grip tips.