I purchased two of these "premium" hammer tools. Both of which have fallen apart. The first had the wooden handle fall off and the second had the spring that opens the pliers come unglued. Both are very stiff and difficult to operate. The blades are too tight and holding the tool to remove nails/staples can give you a good blister if you don't wear gloves. I guess for the price and considering it's made in China it's acceptable.