Designed for expeditions, the Shell Pro Full-Leather Mitten from The Heat Company, in size 9, is their warmest outer shell and provides the greatest protection and heat retention to keep vulnerable hands and fingers warm and protected from the harshest elements.

Constructed from tough but soft and supple goatskin leather, these mittens are lined with warm and comfortable Primaloft Gold insulation. When you need to use your fingers to operate a camera, access your phone, check your stats on a sport watch, or perform any one of a thousand tasks, simply fold back the finger's mitten flap to expose your digits. A magnetic clasp keeps the flap out of your way, so it won't interfere with what you're doing. For added protection without sacrificing dexterity, layer the mittens over a pair of available liners.

There's an adjustable cinch at the wrist and extra-long closing cuffs that stay in-place on your forearm to keep snow out. You can slip a disposable hand warmer into the small zippered pocket on the back of the hand or use it to stow other small accessories like credit cards and IDs. Thanks to the leash and elastic wrist strap, you won't lose the gloves if you need to pull off the whole mitten. A container of Heat Leather Balm is provided to keep the leather soft and supple.

The size 9 mitten fits hands 7.9-8.8", measured around the palm of your dominant hand just below the knuckles. The Heat Company recommends sizing up if you are in between sizes.

Soft and Durable Goatskin Leather    Warm Primaloft Gold Insulation    Finger Flap with Magnet Clasp    Pocket for Handwarmer or Essentials    Extra-Long Wrist Band, Easy-Off Leash    Cuff with Snow Lock    Leather Balm Care Kit

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Would this head be compatible with an Arca Swiss Kirk L bracket?

A: Yes.

Q: 2. Will this be able to handle the EOS R5 with battery grip and the adapted EF 100-400mm lens?

A: Yes, it can handle that setup.

Q: 3. does compact lever work well with 70-200

A: Yes, Really Right Stuff BH-30 Ball Head with Full-Size Lever-Release Clamp would work perfect with your 70-200mm lens.

Q: 4. Can the release plate be replaced with the Manfrotto RC-4 plate?

A: No it won't work, I just tried it on mine. The RC-4 plate is too wide for the RRS clamp and it has a profile that doesn't match up with the Arca Swiss style of the BH-55 Screw Clamp. I still use my Manfrotto systems, but prefer the RRS for heavier gear like a full size camera with battery grip and a big lens.

Q: 5. Can this work on an 055XB Manfrotto Tripod?

A: This will be compatible with the 055XB.

Q: 6. I am new to tripods and ballheads. With the BH-40 do I need to purchase a quick release plate? Will RRS BA72 plate fit on BH-40?I'm kind of bummed out that there is no info on this website about compatible plates.

A: It doesn't come with a quick-release plate. Under the related accessories, the Really Right Stuff B-9 plate will work for smaller camera or lenses (and there are custom plates tailored for specific cameras or larger lenses).

Q: 7. Does this ball head come with a quick release plate?

A: Unfortunately, the BH-55 does not include a quick release plate. A suitable plate to fit most cameras to this head is the Really Right Stuff BP-CS Multi-Camera Conventional Plate, B&H # REBPCSPLATE. https://bhpho.to/33pXg7o

Q: 8. Does the lever in the lever release clamp have a safety switch so that I won't accidentally flip it open...??

A: I have read the other responses and agree with them all. Now for an engineering answer. The lever uses a design called an offset cam. The first 10-15 degrees of rotation require a lot of force. After that it becomes continually easier as the cam rotates increasing the lever arm length and the mechanical advantage. This feedback works in reverse when you close the head with the last few degrees of rotation being very hard. You know that the camera is locked without looking.

Q: 9. Screw versus lever release - comparing durability, security, and ease of use. Wondering which bh-40 to get. I've only had lever release heads before and while theoretically they're quick release, I've had them "stick" on me. As I'm getting this head for my heaviest, most expensive gear, I'm in some ways more interested in what clamp style keeps that gear from falling OFF the head than in being able to get the gear off the head fast. Any thoughts from experienced users who have used both clamp types?

A: While I have only examined and not used these outstandingly designed and manufactured ball heads, the fact is I was a motion picture camera assistant who mounted $500,000 movie cameras in precarious positions, and therefore I do have an opinion. The knob/lever decision comes down to exactly the point you elucidate, to wit: security vs. convenience. If you require 100% security assurance, get the knob. If you can live with 99% assurance, get the lever.

Q: 10. The product photos all show a bubble level, but the specs say bubble levels none. If I order this, will it have a bubble level or not?

A: The full size lever release clamp will feature a bubble-level while the compact lever release clamp does not.