The 10 inch long bracket is black anodized aluminum with 24 possible positions for attachments, 16 holes tapped 3/8-16, and 8 holes tapped 1/4-20.  The bracket makes it easy to lock the camera position, or attach flags and lights. Suggested attachments: baby pins for locking off cameras, on-board monitors, French flags, Obie lights, or objects in front of the lens.  On Arri cameras: Attach 2 handles for a poor man's hand-held, or use one front and back with included screw feet to position camera on floor or table.