I bought this when I got my Komodo because I didn't have a rig, but I started using a rig right away, so this has been sitting unused. I've only tried it on 2-3 times, and I haven't used it at all for outdoor shooting. There are almost no scratches. The KOMODO™ Wing Grip is a practical handle that makes handheld shooting with the KOMODO more comfortable. It features an ergonomically machined grip with 1/4-20 mounting points, and this small handle is ideal for lightweight camera configurations.