It was good while it lasted. I've had this piece for three years and was surprised yesterday to find the silver paint (which I didn't realize was paint) chipping and peeling off, nearly falling into our food. Naturally, no one wants to eat paint -- and it could be toxic. The item promptly went into the garbage. It's not as functional as more traditional, hammer-style mallets, so I'm glad I have a chance now to buy a better one.