I bought another brand with a good metal stand but the handles weren't as flexible so I bought this one as it seemed more versatile for positioning. Not disappointed! Bonds metal well. I'm not happy with my first purchase as it was a nice big and heavy base but these arms are just better. FYI, I bought this for my husband who 3D prints miniatures and figures for fun and D&D. Sometimes he has to hold her while the glue dries and it takes FOREVER. So it was a good way for him to install it and get those hands to hold the pieces together while the glue dries. If you're in a hurry, you can also sprinkle baking soda on top of the superglue so it activates much faster if you don't have superglue. Although it can be messy if you're not careful. And it activates quickly, so make sure you know where to stick it. Despite this advice, he doesn't mind spending extra time on the regular dry season now that he can properly maneuver his arms and make sure they're perfectly adjusted. Waiting a few minutes for the initial setup means less pressure to set up.