Handles feel good, 14.5 inches is a good length for strength and the spoons are well shaped. The rim protectors are also pretty easy to put on and stay in place. Unfortunately, the photos can be seen after one use. The spoons are already chipping off the chromium-nickel coating on the tip, which needs to be smooth to avoid damaging the new tire when fitted. There is no point in covering these tools. If you want corrosion resistance, go for aluminum, but if it's too weak, anodize or powder it, or just leave it as is for someone to grind or sand away the rust. I would have preferred some rust to a sharp edge. I end up buying a Motion Pro tire changer or just a Harbor Freight metal tire changer. The rim protectors actually last 1.5 uses as you can see the prints pushed through the material. I guess a harder plastic rim guard could be better but I also saw a video on youtube of someone using clear tubing from a local hardware store cut to length like the same with laces tied to it for laces. so i will try. The valve core tool worked well.