These pendants are great quality and add so much style above our sink in our newly renovated kitchen. The metal appears slightly aged so it works well for the rustic, vintage look we were trying to achieve. I like that because the bulb is mostly covered by the shade, we can use regular bulbs in these (instead of the too-yellow Edison bulbs that many industrial-style lights need to look good). The metal rod is adjustable and looks much more expensive and sleek than a cord. I am very satisfied with this pendant and would recommend it to other buyers.