This wonderful tool is a must for anyone who likes fresh pineapple. It works! I've had mine for over a year and use it often. It is sturdy (the handle has never pulled out when pulling the sliced and cored pineaple out of the shell). It is fast and easy to use. It does require some strength in your hand to push down and turn, so if you have arthritis it may be a bit hard. I love having the shell of the pineapple to put melon balls and pineapple chunks in for for display. I like being able to chose from 3 sizes of slicers. I was skeptical at first but when I found out how easy it is and how well it works I bought 6 more for gifts. Everyone I've given one to (including my prof. chef son-in-law) loves it!