Monopod: Velbon Ultra Stick 40 Ball Head: Manfrotto 482 Includes a strap and tripod screw cover. I used this for street snaps with a Hasselblad. It's a lightweight monopod that fits comfortably in the hand. With the advent of digital cameras, the problem of camera shake has been resolved, but I still think it's a necessary item when you want to look through the viewfinder properly and consider the composition. I don't see any noticeable large scratches, but it has been some time since I purchased it, so I appreciate your understanding.