I've had it for a few years and I've tried my best to hurt it, break it, hit something I shouldn't and it just laughs and keeps going. this thing is wonderful. Not as accurate as a brass head hammer for fine work, but if you're making a wooden frame and need to plant a tenon this will work. It's always in my tool bag and the lead shots really help add weight to it. Just don't slap her hand, ask me how I know.