Abstract: A manually-operated shrink-wrap device is described. The device includes a rigid support member having first and second sections, a handle at the first section, and a flexible leash attached to the second section. The rigid support member is adapted to support a film roll, and to facilitate rotational dispensing of film from the film roll to wrap the target load, which is typically a palletized load. The device also typically includes upper and lower film roll engagements for holding the film roll therebetween. A tensioning member may provide tension to the film roll along the longitudinal axis of the support member upon movement of one of the film roll engagements towards the tensioning member.