I'm a big fan of these tools. I used them all the time I worked at Apple, but I've used them a million times at home (including a great addition to my smoker collection). The quality is top notch and I have no problem paying close to $2 for a stick because I know how long it will last before needing replacement and the case they come in will keep them together. Now that I have 10 of these, I almost feel like I have a lifetime!